The Paras Yash Kothari Memorial Hospital in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, is a 430-bed tertiary care facility specializing in oncology, neurology, and cardiology. Designed to provide affordable, high-quality healthcare to the region’s growing middle-class population, the hospital was completed in just 18 months by repurposing an existing building.
Efficient and Patient-Centered Design
The 9-story hospital employs evidence-based design strategies to enhance operational efficiency and patient experience. Key features include:
- Grouping related functions for workflow efficiency.
- Lower-floor placement of emergency, ambulatory, and surgical departments.
- A central light-filled atrium and a courtyard to create a calming and visually engaging environment.
Commitment to Sustainability
The hospital is on track to achieve LEED Gold certification for energy efficiency. Sustainable design elements include:
- Insulated façades to reduce heat gain.
- Solar panels offsetting 20% of the energy load and meeting water heating needs.
With its innovative design and focus on sustainability, the hospital sets a new standard for healthcare in the region.
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