“Today’s consumers demand a facility that is accessible, that reinforces their need for independence, respects patients’ need for privacy and dignity and preserves confidentiality.” – May Chow, Principal, Parkin Architects Limited
Paediatric hospitals are well-known for theming their interior design. Everything from trains to space to underwater themes have been developed to add visual interest for hospitalized children. Chicago’s Children’s Memorial Hospital even has a real fire engine in one of its lobbies, and a sculpture of a mother whale and her calf animate the main lobby. Adult facilities are also being themed, with ‘spa’ and nature themes being the most popular. Natural-looking materials, views to gardens, soft colours, artwork and spectacular lighting systems make these spaces warm and welcoming.
This quick overview of the 3D print workflow will help you understand the content of this blog. The genesis of a 3D printed project is a computer-generated model scanned from an object or developed in a 3D program like Sketchup or Revit. The model is exported to another program (generally referred to as a ‘slicer’) to generate a layer-by-layer tool path and material supply code for the 3D printer to follow. The slicer may also calculate assistive tools such as temporary supports, pauses for material/colour changes and printer settings to balance speed and quality as desired by the user.
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Welcome back to our Architectural Blog Series, where we’re highlighting some of the great work happening at Parkin.
In this ongoing project, we are consolidating space for digestive disease specialists and space for generic clinics. Read more
I am fortunate enough to have degrees in both interior design and architecture and I am registered with both ARIDO and the OAA. The practice of which I am a part provides architectural and interior design services to clients, so I get to do both. As a result, I know what it is like to be an interior designer who practices within an architectural office. It is challenging but also very rewarding. Read more
Welcome back to our Architectural Blog Series, where we’re highlighting some of the great work happening at Parkin.
