Willmott Dixon Interiors has completed work on the £2.85m extension to Brighton urgent treatment centre, which will improve the care environment for patients receiving treatment
The two-storey modular extension to the urgent treatment centre will be a key resource in managing the high levels of demand for A&E services that the hospital receives.
The extension contains five ground floor treatment rooms, a new reception waiting room, accessible toilets and a utility room.
There are offices and a training/simulation suite on the first floor, a comms room, additional toilets and multifunctional space for hot desking and small meetings.
Willmott Dixon Interiors completed groundworks, piling and foundation works in preparation for the delivery of the building’s modular shell, which was manufactured off-site.
Providing better access to urgent treatment
Graham Shaw, managing director at Willmott Dixon Interiors, commented: “Modular construction is enabling us to deliver a faster and more efficient build which minimises disruption for NHS staff.
“The new building will supplement the hospital’s existing A&E facilities, providing access to urgent treatment and additional clinical space, as well as supporting a better patient flow through all parts of the department.”
Delivering the best possible care environments across all our hospitals
James Millar, deputy director of Capital Development and Property at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust, added: “This is a really positive development that will ease pressure on the hospital, leaving other departments free to treat the most serious cases, and is in line with the NHS Long Term Plan.
“Thanks to careful planning and partnership working, the A&E Department remained fully operational during the building works. We look forward to patients experiencing the improved environment that this new facility can offer. This is part of the Trust’s dedication to delivering the best possible care environments across all our hospitals.”
The Brighton urgent treatment centre was procured via SCAPE, one of the UK’s leading public procurement authorities, and was delivered by Willmott Dixon Interiors on behalf of Brighton & Sussex University Hospital NHS Trust.
The project team included Noviun Architects, Campbell Reith Consulting Engineers, Van Zyl and de Villiers and Ward Williams Associates.
The NHS is currently facing serious challenges, and a strain on resources
Mark Robinson, group chief executive at SCAPE said: “The NHS and healthcare system is currently facing serious challenges with a considerable pull on resources and the Urgent Treatment Centre will be invaluable in supporting these high levels of demand whilst improving levels of care.
“SCAPE is delighted to have supported our partner, Willmott Dixon in accelerating this project forward to create positive change for the hospital and local community.”
