Hinchingbrooke Hospital Theatre Block

The new Theatre Block at Hinchingbrooke Hospital replaces the main theatres to the rear of the hospital campus, adjacent to areas containing Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) panels. In line with NHSEI guidelines to replace RAAC panel buildings by 2035 the Trust identified this as part of their remediation strategy and is the first significant phase in a wider redevelopment of the site.

Key drivers for the new scheme were to create an environment providing a positive patient experience and efficiently planned to deliver modern clinical service. HBN compliant theatres of sufficient size to incorporate robotics as a future requirement, and an environment where staff can be trained.

The 5500sqm new-build development is arranged over 3 floors and provides the following accommodation:

• Ground floor: Pathology laboratory, offices and support; Pharmacy with robotic dispensary and stores.
• First floor: 7 new Theatres (General, Obstetric and Laminar Flow), admissions and 10 Recovery bays with support and staff spaces
• Second floor support and plant

We worked collaboratively with the design team, including regular Revit and IFC information exchanges to deliver a full BIM Level 2 project in compliance with all ISO 19650 requirements. The project also fully complies with P22 BIM requirements and includes asset data information for use in the building’s operation post-handover.

Prefabrication of several significant elements means the project sets exemplar standards for the use of Modern Methods of Construction (MMC), improving sustainability and efficiency in design, and exceeding NHS targets for BREEAM Excellent and Net Zero Carbon.