East Melbourne Specialist Day Hospital
Creating Patient Centred Healthcare
Case Study
This project supports patients who undergo fertility treatment and other day surgery procedures. A refurbishment of an existing Day Hospital within the health precinct of East Melbourne.
8i Architects was engaged by East Melbourne Specialist Day Hospital to design the refurbishment of the Reception and Administration area and the Central Sterile Supply Department (CSSD) of the hospital, owned by Virtus Health – the largest provider of assisted reproductive services in Australia and one of the top 5 in the world.
8i Architects had previously assisted Virtus Health-owned fertility clinic, Melbourne IVF over a number of years, which was based on the latest international research and aimed to set a new benchmark in the delivery of assisted reproductive services. As a Day Hospital that is linked to Melbourne IVF, East Melbourne Specialist Day Hospital provides services to fertility, IVF and gynaecological patients as well as other procedures.
This project was designed to be delivered over the Christmas closedown period to minimise disruptions to the Day Hospital operations.
The CSSD upgrade was designed with quality and safety front of mind, meeting new infection control standards and the reception and administration offices were reimagined to create an open and welcoming space for patients and their families.
A close working relationship was established with the day hospital teams and builders to ensure the quality of the project, and meet the very tight timeframe set for completion.
8i Architects was very pleased to deliver this project for East Melbourne Specialist Day Hospital and Virtus Health.
New welcoming reception for patients and their families.
Warm timber tones and a natural pallette to create a calming space.
The Reception is designed to have ample natural light.
Refurbished CSSD upgraded to meet new infection control standards.
Ergonomically designed to CSSD for staff health and safety.
Timber details create warmth in a healthcare environment.
“8i Architects brings a refreshing level of design excellence and professionalism. They have a high degree of technical acumen, combined with excellent attention to detail.”
Dan Moller
Project Director – Health, CHP Fund
A welcoming reception for patients and families.
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Case Study
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Oasis Fertility Centre, South Perth
- Name: Oasis Fertility Centre, South Perth
- Client: Dr Santanu "Sunny" Baruah
- Builder: Interite
- Category: Healthcare
Oasis Fertility Centre’s new South Perth fertility clinic (85m2) and world leading IVF laboratory (220m2) reflects the intimacy and warmth provided by the caring team in supporting families during their fertility journey.
The IVF laboratory is a combined Embryology and Andrology lab specifically designed to cater for:
– the scientist’s workflow and well-being,
– the latest Time-lapse Incubators, AI and Witnessing technology and equipment for better patient outcomes and security
– flexibility for future expansion including Pre-implantion Genetic Testing (PGT).
Oasis’s patient experience is improved by co-locating within Southbank Day Hospital in South Perth as patients attend the same facility throughout their consultation and treatment.
East Melbourne Specialist Day Hospital
- Name: East Melbourne Specialist Day Hospital
- Client: East Melbourne Specialist Day Hospital (Virtus Health)
- Builder: Arete
- Category: Healthcare
This project supports patients who undergo fertility treatment and other day surgery procedures. A refurbishment of an existing Day Hospital within the health precinct of East Melbourne.
8i Architects was engaged by East Melbourne Specialist Day Hospital to design the refurbishment of the Reception and Administration area and the Central Sterile Supply Department (CSSD) of the hospital, owned by Virtus Health – the largest provider of assisted reproductive services in Australia and one of the top 5 in the world.
8i Architects had previously assisted Virtus Health-owned fertility clinic, Melbourne IVF over a number of years, which was based on the latest international research and aimed to set a new benchmark in the delivery of assisted reproductive services. As a Day Hospital that is linked to Melbourne IVF, East Melbourne Specialist Day Hospital provides services to fertility, IVF and gynaecological patients as well as other procedures.
This project was designed to be delivered over the Christmas closedown period to minimise disruptions to the Day Hospital operations. The CSSD upgrade was designed with quality and safety front of mind, meeting new infection control standards and the reception and administration offices were reimagined to create an open and welcoming space for patients and their families.
A close working relationship was established with the day hospital teams and builders to ensure the quality of the project, and meet the very tight timeframe set for completion.
8i Architects was very pleased to deliver this project for East Melbourne Specialist Day Hospital and Virtus Health.
Virtus Diagnostics Queensland
- Name: Virtus Diagnostics Queensland
- Client: Virtus Diagnostics
- Builder: Shape Australia
- Category: Healthcare
This project improves the workflow of a relocated laboratory to increase the quality of diagnostic outcomes for patients.
Queensland Fertility Group IVF Clinic
- Name: Queensland Fertility Group IVF Clinic
- Client: Queensland Fertility Group
- Builder: Shape Australia
- Category: Healthcare
This project meets an increasing need for fertility specialists and IVF treatment in Brisbane.
The Fertility Centre, Nepean (NSW)
- Name: The Fertility Centre, Nepean (NSW)
- Client: IVF Australia
- Builder: Cornerstone Healthcare Properties
- Category: Healthcare
A purpose designed IVF Lab and Clinic for The Fertility Centre which is part of IVF Australia.
A state of the art IVF facility that encompasses world’s best research and practice by Virtus Health.
Lakelands Medical Centre
- Name: Lakelands Medical Centre
- Client: Chatham Property Projects
- Builder: Ray White Constructions
- Category: Healthcare
Lakelands Medical Practice
- Name: Lakelands Medical Practice
- Client: Chatham Property Projects
- Builder: Ray White Construction
- Category: Healthcare
Margate Medical Centre
- Name: Margate Medical Centre
- Client: Chatham Property Projects
- Builder: Ray White Construction
- Category: Healthcare
North Lakes Day Hospital
- Name: North Lakes Day Hospital
- Client: Chatham Property Projects
- Builder: Ray White Construction
- Category: Healthcare
North Shore Medical Centre (Townsville)
- Name: North Shore Medical Centre (Townsville)
- Client: Chatham Property Projects
- Builder: McDonald Constructions
- Category: Healthcare
