Lakeland Regional Health Hollis
Cancer Center
The addition to the Hollis Cancer Center supports the rapid growth in the number of patients who want treatment close to home. This project achieves a total transformation of the existing cancer center with a comprehensive expansion. The program includes a new infusion suite with 40 stations, a new teaching auditorium, and a total renovation of the existing public spaces. Utilizing evidence-based healthcare design practices, the center becomes a place of hope and healing for patients and their families.
The location of the infusion area was driven by the hospital CEO’s idea of creating a lakefront view for each patient. The infusion stations are grouped in pods of six, with direct views to the lake and a beautiful expanse of an old growth oak tree hammock. This challenging concept drove the design of an undulating façade that provides undisturbed views for every patient. The design of the lakeside garden and the outdoor terrace complements the architecture based on the same fluid geometries. The interior architecture completely transforms the patient experience with clean and bright spaces, views to nature, and natural light.
Utilizing evidence-based healthcare design practices, the Center will become a place of hope and healing for patients and their families.
Location
Lakeland, Florida
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Size
21,800 SF New Construction
12,700 SF Renovation
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Services
Architectural Services
Interior Design
Project Highlights
Chemotherapy Stations
Education/Conference Center
Chapel
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Awards
2015 - AIA Orlando Chapter Honorable Mention
- Unbuilt
2017 - AIA Orlando Chapter Built Award of Excellence
This project attempts to achieve a total transformation of the existing Cancer Center with a comprehensive expansion.
The design resolved the challenges of adding to an existing dated cancer treatment facility while maintaining operation during construction by creating a layout that allows for optimal clinical flow and maximum flexibility. The public access is separated between general visitors and established cancer patients. The public concourse connects the two entrances and creates a welcoming environment for patients and families. The auditorium has become an important asset not only for the cancer center, but also for the city as well. It serves as an education anchor as it welcomes all kinds of community events, while activating the building.
The location of the proposed new infusion area was driven by the hospital CEO’s idea of creating a lakefront view for each patient. The design of the lakeside garden and the outdoor terrace complements the architecture based on the same fluid geometries.
