by Anne DiNardo I Healthcare Design Magazine I Published on: Nov 26, 2024
Designed to blend seamlessly with its predecessor, the neighboring Cancer Research Centre designed by the late Charles Correa, the Botton-Champalimaud Pancreatic Cancer Centre in Lisbon, Portugal, opened in October 2023.
With a goal to improve treatment and the quality of life for those affected by the disease, the 392,700-square-foot project focuses on operational efficiencies to accelerate treatment and care, bringing together surgical services, research, and clinical trials under one roof.
It was submitted to the Design Showcase by HDR (Omaha, Neb.), Sachin Agshikar (Mahim, Mumbai, India), and João Laranjo Arquitectos (Portimão, Algarve, Portugal).
Innovative architectural features—including round operating rooms with glass walls that change from transparent to opaque at the flip of a switch; infusion bays featuring contemporary pods with views of the water and built-in seating inspired by first-class airline seats; and natural elements such as water features, courtyards, and views of nature—reinforce this strategy while delivering a peaceful environment designed to inspire hope.
Read the full article here Botton-Champalimaud Pancreatic Cancer Centre, Lisbon, Portugal: 2024 Design Showcase Award Of Merit