Case Study: James Paget Orthopaedic Outpatient Centre
The Trust needed a same-day emergency care (SDEC) unit to bolster its urgent and emergency care offering. To provide the best patient flow through the current hospital building, the optimal location for the SDEC was next to the hospital’ emergency department (ED). The space neighbouring the ED was being used to house the Trust’s orthopaedic outpatient services.
Case Study: James Paget Orthopaedic Elective Centre
The JPOC and Oulton Suite are a transformative step for healthcare delivery at the JPUH in Gorleston, Norfolk.
Operating seven days a week, 50 weeks a year, it will provide a planned 1,400 extra theatre sessions annually…
Case Study: Hinckley Community Diagnostic Centre
In collaboration with NHS Property Services (NHSPS), University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust (UHL), Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council, and the MP for Hinckley & Bosworth, Dr Luke Evans (who is also Shadow Health Minister),
LLR ICB approached Darwin Group for its
expertise in delivering quality healthcare facilities.
Case Study: Sutton Cottage Hospital Decant Space
Sutton Cottage Hospital at Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was first built in 1897. It has been developed in four stages, with the most recent addition in 1936. Issues like uneven floors and out-of-date infrastructure were limiting the accessibility of the building, which led to the Trust’s decision to undertake a significant renovation project at the site. Planned for 12 months, this project will see substantial improvements to the existing site for patients and staff.
Case Study: Grantham Ultraclean Operating Theatres
When United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust (ULHT) identified the need for increased theatre capacity at Grantham and District Hospital to help reduce waiting times, it turned to Darwin Group.
Case Study: Momentm Health Consultation Room and Office Space
Momentm Health, an exciting new independent provider of expert diagnostics and therapeutic services, required a modular healthcare facility with enough space to accommodate all of its clinic’s requirements.
Case Study: Two-storey Ward Building at Leighton Hospital
Darwin Group was able to utilise the company’s innovative modular build systems to provide a new 60 bed two-storey ward building featuring a mixture of single and multi-bed bays, complemented with ancillary accommodation – utility spaces, storage and staff areas – and a specialist physiotherapy space.
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Case Study: Older Adult Mental Health Ward in Surrey
Due to the on-going construction of a new mental health hospital on the site of the former Abraham Cowley Unit (ACU), a temporary facility was required to offer capacity for older adult mental health care for a few years. Additionally, the new construction would need to be easy to repurpose, to help the Trust adapt to the ever-changing needs of the estate.
Case Study: Airedale ICU and General Ward
Prior to commencing our construction project, we conducted thorough site surveys that revealed unfavourable ground conditions in the intended construction area. Additionally, the site exhibited significant changes in elevation.
Darwin Group launches solution to ‘corridor care’ as NHS bed occupancy rates exceed optimal levels
NHS figures released today show that bed occupancy rates are exceeding optimal levels for the delivery of safe care, leading to more patients receiving ‘corridor care’. The UK’s healthcare estates specialist, Darwin Group believes their new modular ward could be the solution to reducing the care of patients in clinically inappropriate places.
James Paget to relocate Orthopaedic Outpatient services and boost ‘Same Day’ Emergency Care
The James Paget has had plans approved which will support the movement of its Orthopaedic Outpatient services to a new location on the existing hospital site, to facilitate the development of an improved Same Day Emergency Care service.
First look inside Norwich’s new community health centre as spring opening approaches
Local councillors and health leaders visit Magna Medical Centre, which will transform how health and care services are delivered, by bringing services closer to where patients live and providing wider services to support healthy lives. A new £11 million health centre on the outskirts of Norwich will open this spring, providing health services to thousands of patients.
Darwin Group’s Response to the NHS 10-Year Plan: A Vision for Agile, Patient-Centred Estates
The NHS 10-Year Plan represents a critical opportunity to address some of the most pressing issues in healthcare today. This roadmap aims to improve patient experiences, streamline service delivery, and ensure the long-term resilience of the healthcare system.
RBH breaks ground on new Coast Building
Royal Bournemouth Hospital has started the main construction phase on the Coast Building, a state-of-the-art ward and catering block, that will expand patient capacity and elevate University Hospital Dorset’s services as part of the national New Hospital Programme.
The Coast Building will feature 110 new beds across four levels, a larger kitchen and catering facility, and modular, adaptable spaces designed to meet evolving healthcare needs. Spanning 10,800 square meters, the facility also reflects a commitment to sustainability, with renewable energy supported by photovoltaic panels.
New-look modular mental health bedroom earns praise at industry conference
Industry experts and service users have welcomed changes to Bedroom Evolved; a pioneering modular mental health bedroom built by healthcare construction firm Darwin Group. The firm recently showcased its new-look project at the Design in Mental Health Conference for a second year running and said feedback from visitors was very positive.
New surgical centre at Southmead Hospital takes shape
The external structure of the new Elective Centre at Southmead Hospital has now been completed. More than 200 modules have been lifted into place by a crane over six weeks to create the building structure. The centre is a joint project between North Bristol NHS Trust and University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW), supported by Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire (BNSSG) Integrated Care Board.
Theatres Building Taking Shape at James Paget University Hospitals
A new theatres building which will help reduce surgical waiting lists for patients is taking shape at the James Paget University Hospital.
14 years and counting – meet Head of Construction , Rich Owen
From managing onsite construction to costing major projects, Rich Owen, head of construction for Darwin Group, holds a number of responsibilities.
‘Spaces are powerful’ – Creating spaces for greater staff and patient experiences
Although there is no one-size-fits-all approach to improving the wellbeing of your workforce, the evidence base on the most effective initiatives and approaches is constantly evolving. This can provide a useful basis for reviewing the approach and making decisions as we know how important it is to retain our valued NHS workforce.
‘Working environments and break out spaces are key,’ says Raffaela Goodby, Chief People Officer at Birmingham Women’s and Children’s Hospital.
Reimagining Estates Funding: In Partnership with NHS Confederation
Capital is a scarce resource in the NHS, yet high in demand. Existing estates are deteriorating, creating a potentially unsafe and uninviting environment for patients and staff.
But with limits on funding and an ever-changing landscape for providing care, how will the NHS meet current demands, accommodate changing needs and continue to reduce backlogs in care, all while providing outstanding patient care? Darwin Group recently partnered with the NHS Confederation to deliver a webinar on these issues.
Major work begins as Darwin Group construct new state of the art NHS building
As part of the New Hospitals Programme, major work has begun at the Royal Bournemouth Hospital in the delivery of a multi-million-pound hospital building that will increase patient ward capacity across the region.
Ground breaking ceremony marks exciting milestone for Hinckley’s Community Diagnostic Centre
Pioneering construction firm Darwin Group joined key delivery partners to celebrate the ground breaking ceremony as construction commenced on the new community diagnostic centre in Hinckley.
Healthcare Estates Capital Value: Roundtable Report with HFMA
With too little capital funding available, how can the NHS ensure it gets the most value out of its investment in infrastructure and equipment? A recent HFMA roundtable, in partnership with Darwin Group, made some suggestions.
Construction underway on new Diagnostic Centre at Yeovil District Hospital
Pioneering construction firm Darwin Group and Prime invited key delivery partners to celebrate the groundbreaking ceremony as construction commenced on the new diagnostic centre at Yeovil District Hospital.
14 years and counting – meet Senior Site Manager, Nik Davelis
From liaising with clients and ensuring projects are completed on time and on budget, to running a safe site, no two days are the same for Darwin Group’s experienced senior site managers.
Community health hubs: Could they be the answer to saving £26 million for an average-sized ICS?
With financial pressures increasing for NHS Trusts year-on-year, could the introduction of more community health hubs be one way to help improve health outcomes while saving millions simultaneously?
Work starts on new £49 million Elective Centre at Southmead Hospital
The Elective Centre is a joint project between North Bristol NHS Trust (NBT) and University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) supported by Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board and NHS England. It will enable an additional 6,500 operations to be carried out across the area every year.
Construction of new Learning and Development Centre at Calderdale Royal Hospital underway following ground breaking ceremony
Darwin Group and Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust (CHFT) have celebrated the start of construction of a new, state-of-the-art Learning and Development Centre at Calderdale Royal Hospital. An official ground breaking ceremony took place on Friday 11th March, and was attended by representatives from both CHFT and its construction partners, Darwin Group.
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