We have successfully transformed Chelsea and Westminster Hospital children’s ward
We have successfully transformed Chelsea and Westminster Hospital children’s ward
Our facilities management team has refurbished the hospital’s children’s ward and opened a new mental health ward, creating a refreshed and modern place to support the recovery of children and young people.
Within ten weeks we completed a full renovation of the hospital’s Neptune ward, a children’s ward comprising 24 beds and two anti-ligature rooms.
The transformation aimed to make the ward more comfortable, accessible and inclusive for children and young people when in hospital care.
A refurbished ward with a creative aesthetic
The extensive improvements include a new HVAC, medical gas and electrical system, smart lighting, new ceilings, floors and joinery, additional space made for cots, TV and video systems, USB ports for the children’s devices, accessible showers and new artwork.
The corridors are now lined with colourful murals and the rooms have bespoke charity-commissioned artwork, which were undertaken by local artists.
A refreshed and modernised place with wellbeing at the forefront
One of the most significant changes was the development of a new anti-ligature area within the ward for children and young people. Those requiring the hospital’s mental health services can now access more age-appropriate facilities designed with their comfort in mind.
This project has been very rewarding. We have completed a significant scope of work, in such a short time, which is a testament to the agility of our Special Projects team.
“From the relatively blank canvas we started with to the colourful and welcoming place we have helped create with the architects at White Arkitekter, we’re very proud to have been involved in this work which will provide an enhanced experience for children – at a most vulnerable time.”
Dave Rose
Head of Projects – Facilities Management
