Introduction
Inclusive design for Galaxy Paediatric Ward. Custom reception accessible desks with wheelchair access and modern, sleek two-tone aesthetics.
Our client instructed us to design and build new bespoke reception desks within the Galaxy Paediatric Ward. The design had to cater for visitors and patients with disabilities, such as wheelchair users along with the able bodied. Appropriate height and clear floor space was considered into the design to ensure wheelchair users can access them.
We had to allow for multiple staff members at the same time and designed in a way that allows staff to move freely and have the necessary power, data and telephone supplies where required.
Barnet Hospital - Galaxy Ward
- Location
- Barnet, EN5 3DJ
- Completion
- ??
- Value
- £56K
- Client
- Equans (Bouygues)
- Program
- 1 weekend per desk (fitting)
- Includes
- Three desks
- Bespoke Design
- Out-of-hours Labour
- Electrics & Data
- Door Entry
Scope of Work
The modern sleek two-tone design incorporated a white inner and grey outer desk, with a White Corian surface and brushed aluminium plinth, a further white Corian upper section provided convenient additional storage.
- Design & Build.
- Stripping out existing desks.
- Manufacturing off site.
- Planning Delivery and installation to suit program.
- Out of hours working.
- Electrical, Data, Door Entry & Telephone connections.
- New flooring.
- New Anti-Bacterial wall protection.
Challenges and Solutions
The Paediatric Ward had to remain open during our works which required careful planning to ensure staff could continue their duties, installing a temporary dust enclosure and work with the upmost care and consideration to minimise disruption to all.
Project Outcome
After many hours spent designing and tweaking, the transformation of each area was truly amazing, making an immediate impact for all to see. With new DDA accessibility it will serve all for many years to come.