Clinical Trials Chemotherapy Unit
- client:
East & North Hertfordshire NHS Trust
- project cost:
£1.5m
- location:
Mount Vernon Hospital, Middlesex
- description:
This new extension to the present chemotherapy suite comprises a ‘link-building’ which joins the existing waiting area and new treatment building, and a new larger treatment space.
This treatment area accommodates fourteen chemotherapy treatment chairs and six clinical trial treatment chairs.
The internal design of the treatment area is intended to be both uplifting for both staff and patients, providing a bright and spacious environment with a distinctive tubular pin-jointed steel structure exposed to the interior, with both east and west walls fully glazed taking advantage of the morning and late afternoon sun, and the therapeutic value of overlooking the new landscaped gardens. There is also a specially commissioned triptych by Nikki Sims to provide visual stimulation and a calming effect for the patients. Photos: Andy Spain Photography