Project Overview
West China Second University Hospital，Sichuan University，Tianfu Branch, is prominently situated in Meishan City, Sichuan Province. As one of the first national regional medical centers in Sichuan and the premier provincial-level children's hospital, we are committed to excellence in pediatric care. The hospital will feature a total of 2,000 beds and occupy an impressive 355,000 square meters.
Our architectural design not only embodies a modern aesthetic but also incorporates dynamic curved shapes, enhancing the visual appeal of the space. We are determined to establish a distinctive identity for the children's hospital that celebrates the unique regional characteristics of Sichuan, China. We firmly believe that a children's hospital can be as lively as a school and as captivating as an amusement park. By prioritizing the psychological needs and cognitive development of children, we are dedicated to creating a medical environment that resembles an animal paradise, ensuring a relaxed and joyful experience for every child in our care.
Project Commissioner
CSWADI-CHINA SOUTHWEST ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN AND RESEARCH INSTITUTE CORP.LTD
Project Creator
CSWADI-CHINA SOUTHWEST ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN AND RESEARCH INSTITUTE CORP.LTD
Team
Design Chief:
Zhang Yuanping
Project Creator:
Wang Jiabiao
Medical&Healthcare Architecture Design&Research Center：
Huang Yifu, Cai Linling, Li Zonghu, Wu Fan, Guan Jianan, Gao Hui, Su Yuhan
Decoration Engineering:
Zhang Guoqiang, Xiao Wei, Chen Yiran, Jiang Yongcai, Rong Gaosheng, Zhao Qian, Wu Tianhong, Zhong Yanyan, Li Wenqi, Liu Yaosen, Li Zihao
Architecture:
Song Zhuoer, Wang Senmin, Sun Rong
Structural Engineering:
Wu Xiaobin, Leng Lihao, Xu Xinguang, Zhou Bo, Chen Lu
HVAC Engineering:
Lin Jiajia, Zhang Pengcheng, Li Lin, Li Xuesong
Plumbing and Drainage Engineering:
Wang Yong, Jiang Long, Lu Yanbo, Guo Yao
Building Electrical Engineering:
Liao Honggen, Yang Bo, Zhu Shaobo, Wang Hai, Ma Lei, Ge Heng
Project Brief
The outpatient hall is a vibrant celebration of "Bamboo Ripples and Panda Paradise." Upon entering, children are greeted by an enchanting atmosphere beneath a dome-like ceiling, adorned with five tall bamboo stalks that stretch toward a ripple pattern resembling flowing water. At the center, bamboo leaf-shaped light panels glow softly, illuminating the charming silhouette of a panda.
As visitors explore, they encounter playful pandas strategically placed to create the illusion of a panda paradise. To the right of the entrance is the "Canyon Panda Paradise," which features informative markers about the altitudes where pandas thrive. This area encourages children to engage in interactive activities that spark their imagination.
In the elevator, the phrase "Cloud Panda Paradise" is elegantly inscribed, reminding riders of the highest altitudes pandas can explore in the wild. The entire outpatient hall is a thoughtfully designed public space filled with childlike wonder and delight.
As families transition to the emergency lobby, they are immersed in a stimulating "jungle adventure." Each floor showcases different worlds, with walls adorned with colorful illustrations of various animals. Enchanting natural elements, like lush forests and shimmering icebergs, create an unbelievable backdrop reminiscent of beloved fairy tales. This immersive experience captivates the imagination and offers a sensory delight that makes each visit memorable for children.
Project Innovation/Need
1. The children's hospital embraces an innovative and integrated design approach that harmoniously combines architectural form, interior design, and signage systems. This thoughtful strategy is aimed at creating a nurturing environment that caters to the unique psychological needs of children.
2. The interior design of the children's hospital is beautifully inspired by nature, featuring animals as a central theme. This motif not only adds a visually refreshing touch to the hospital but also helps to create a comforting atmosphere for young patients.
3. The outpatient lobby's public areas, spanning the 1st to 3rd floors, celebrate the region's beloved panda, reflecting the rich cultural essence of Sichuan. The design creatively transforms differences in elevation into refreshing altitude variations, offering children a conceptual panda paradise at various levels. This engaging experience provides valuable learning opportunities while ensuring a stress-free medical environment.
4. The inpatient building features an innovative signage system that creatively associates distinct animals with each floor, breaking away from traditional, monotonous designs. This unique wayfinding system transforms the hospital experience, making it easier and more enjoyable for children and their families to navigate.
5. In the hospital's public areas, playful wall designs invite children to interact and engage, effectively reducing anxiety during wait times. Additionally, the walls of examination rooms are dedicated to showcasing charitable children's artwork, encouraging young patients to express their creativity and fostering a sense of community involvement.
Design Challenge
1. The hospital is positioned as a high-standard national children's regional medical center with an international perspective. The design scheme must innovate beyond traditional hospital decoration concepts.
2. This project is large in scale and features a high level of decoration. The owner has a strong artistic sensibility and expects a high degree of artistry and innovation in the interior design scheme.
3. The design scheme reflects Bashu culture, incorporating local landscapes and elements characteristic of Sichuan, such as pandas and bamboo forests.
4. Both the architectural and interior shapes of the project include many curved and irregular elements, which make implementing the design scheme challenging.
5. As a large-scale public building project, it requires budget-conscious design. The selection of decoration materials must consider both cost and economic benefits.
6. The hospital project must also account for barrier-free design and emphasize human-centered design considerations.
Sustainability
1. Throughout the hospital, different areas incorporate environmentally friendly and high-tech materials. For example, public spaces such as the outpatient lobby feature flooring made from organic epoxy terrazzo, which offers excellent wear resistance, acid and alkali resistance, and antibacterial properties. The walls are finished with composite aluminum panels that are impact-resistant and easy to maintain. Additionally, columns with intricate shapes are constructed from GRG materials, which are non-radioactive, capable of regulating indoor temperature, and possess high strength, among other notable advantages.
2. The hospital utilizes natural elements, including wind, light, heat, and greenery, to enhance the microclimate, which benefits human health. By increasing the amount of green vegetation, the process of photosynthesis helps regulate oxygen levels in the air while simultaneously reducing carbon emissions.
3. The public areas of the building are designed to be accessible for all ages and to ensure barrier-free movement. The corners of walls and columns are rounded, and the spaces are equipped with safety grab bars and handrails, reflecting a human-centered and sustainable design approach.
Interior Design - Public & Institutional
This award celebrates innovative and creative building interiors with consideration given to space creation and planning, furnishings, finishes and aesthetic presentation. Consideration also given to space allocation, traffic flow, building services, lighting, fixtures, flooring, colours, furnishings and surface finishes.
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