Spring Hill Specialist Day Hospital
New Day Hospital designed for patient and staff wellbeing
Spring Hill Specialist Day Hospital →Case Study
This project meets an increasing need for Specialist Day Hospitals in Brisbane.
The relocation of Spring Hill Specialist Day Hospital provides a brand new facility for patients who undergo fertility treatment and other day surgery procedures. This new Day Hospital is located within a purpose built medical building opposite St Andrews Hospital in Spring Hill, Brisbane.
8i Architects was engaged by Spring Hill Specialist Day Hospital to design the new 3 theatre Day Hospital with a Central Sterile Supply Department incorporating best practice patient centred design and clinical workflow. The facility is owned by Virtus Health – a global leader of assisted reproductive services, day surgeries and reproductive genetics. The design of the facility reflects Virtus’s position as a leader in the field.
As a Day Hospital that is linked to Queensland Fertility Group, Spring Hill Specialist Day Hospital provides services to fertility, IVF and gynaecological patients, as well as other procedures such as dental and endoscopy.
This project was specifically designed to incorporate the views of Brisbane’s CBD, Spring Hill and Victoria Park. The external views provide a welcome distraction for patients and staff in what can be an emotional and stressful experience. Patient experience was a critical driver for the design by incorporating natural light and views wherever possible. This important point of difference has been received positively by patients and staff.
The patient journey was specifically designed to ensure movement within the Day Hospital is a single circular flow that starts and ends within the waiting room. The simple workflow design is in contrast to many hospitals, where complex workflows create wayfinding confusion for staff and patients. The clinical workflow ensures patient care and best practice infection control standards are of the highest priority.
A close working relationship was established with 8i Architects, the Spring Hill Specialist Day Hospital team and Shape Australia builders to ensure the quality of the project aligned with client expectations.
8i Architects was very pleased to deliver this project for Spring Hill Specialist Day Hospital and Virtus Health.
State-of-the-art Operating Theatres
Operating Theatres that feature world-class equipment
Fully equipped theatres for fertility procedures
Operating theatres designed to cater for multiple types of procedures
Design incorporates best-practice infection control management
Consulting rooms are designed to have ample natural light with city views.
Inviting reception and waiting area for patients and their families
Patients enjoys city views from reception waiting area
Timber details create warmth in a healthcare environment
Recovery area with natural light and outlook for patients while still maintaining privacy
World class recovery areas for patients
The open plan design allows full patient supervision in Recovery Areas
“8i Architects have been instrumental in designing a number of new locations for our business across Australia.”
Rebecca Innes
Patient Services Manager – Queensland Fertility Group
Views to the city and surrounding area are prioritised in all patient spaces
All consulting rooms have natural light for patients and staff
Patients enjoy city views while in the waiting area
State-of-the-art sterilising equipment ensures the highest level of infection control
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Spring Hill Specialist Day Hospital
- Name: Spring Hill Specialist Day Hospital
- Client: Spring Hill Specialist Day Hospital
- Builder: Shape Australia
- Category: Healthcare
8i Architects was engaged by Spring Hill Specialist Day Hospital to design the new 970m2, 3 theatre Day Hospital incorporating best practice patient centred design and clinical workflow.
Located on the 8th floor of a purpose built healthcare building, the design deliberately capitalises on the panoramic city and parkland views in all patient areas.
The facility is owned by Virtus Health – a global leader of assisted reproductive services, day surgeries and reproductive genetics. The design of the facility reflects Virtus’s position as a leader in the field.
As a Day Hospital that is linked to Queensland Fertility Group, Spring Hill Specialist Day Hospital provides services to fertility, IVF and gynaecological patients as well as other procedures.
A close working relationship was established with 8i Architects, the Spring Hill Specialist Day Hospital team and Shape Australia builders to ensure the quality of the project aligned with client expectations.
8i Architects was very pleased to deliver this project for Spring Hill Specialist Day Hospital and Virtus Health.
Queensland Fertility Group IVF Laboratory
- Name: Queensland Fertility Group IVF Laboratory
- Client: Queensland Fertility Group
- Builder: Shape Australia
- Category: Healthcare
8i Architects was engaged by Queensland Fertility Group (QFG) to design a world class IVF Laboratory. QFG is owned by Virtus Health – the largest IVF provider in Australia and the top 5 in the world.
8i Architects had previously assisted in developing Virtus Health’s ‘One Lab’ design principles, which are based on the latest international research and aim to set a new benchmark in the delivery of assisted reproductive services. Elements of the ‘One Lab’ design have been applied to this project.
8i Architects was very pleased to deliver this flagship project for Queensland Fertility Group and Virtus Health.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
