Toronto, Canada
Hellmuth, Obata + Kassabaum

Photography © Ben Rahn / A-Frame

Fresh design enhances the quality of care and comfort

Architect Hellmuth, Obata + Kassabaum www.hok.com Client University Health Network Key players EllisDon (general contractor); Rice Brydon Limited Design (interiors); H.H. Angus & Associates (mechanical/ electrical); Quinn Dressel Associates (structural); Ferris + Quinn Associates (landscape)

The Toronto Hospital, a thriving urban health-care center, wanted to expand its facility to meet its programmatic needs. In a new building centered on a four-story, atriumlike patient court, the hospital was able to replace its imaging and surgical units while integrating the latest protocol and technology. The added space has enabled critical bed care and annual patient admission to increase significantly, and surgical and imaging capacities have also expanded. Most significantly, patients, their families, and staff enjoy relaxing and gathering in the court. The new structure fits nicely into the existing complex—its limestone base is sympathetic to the materials used in the surrounding buildings. Its assertive, contemporary look reflects a signature design and conveys a new institutional identity.

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