Medspace Solutions

Eastbourne General Hospital's new Elective Care Hub represents a significant investment in improving patient access to day surgery across Sussex. Working inconjunction with IHP, Medspace Solutions played a critical role in this project by manufacturing and installing high-quality, fitted furniture and equipment, contributing to the hub's functionality, efficiency, and patient-centered environment.The £22.5 million Elective Care Hub was designed to provide a modern, purpose-built day surgery unit, featuring pre-assessment areas, four operating theatres, and dedicated admission, recovery, and discharge spaces. The hub aims to increase day surgery capacity, reduce waiting times, and enhance the overall patient experience. This project, a partnership between East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, NHS Sussex, and NHS England, is a testament to the commitment to improving elective care services.Medspace Solutions was entrusted with the manufacturing and installation of a wide range of essential fitted furniture and equipment. This included:Reception desks, featuring complex, radiused curves that required precise craftsmanship for seamless joints.Staff bases, designed for optimal functionality and efficiency.HTM63 cabinetry, including units with roller shutter doors, meeting stringent hygiene standards.Durable and hygienic worktops.Curtain rail tracks, spur shelving, and mirrors, contributing to a comfortable and functional environment.While the project adhered to standard healthcare constraints, such as tight deadlines and stringent hygiene requirements, Medspace Solutions faced a specific technical challenge: creating seamless joints in the curved reception desks. Through meticulous planning and expert craftsmanship, the team successfully delivered a flawless finish, showcasing their technical expertise.Medspace Solutions' contributions directly supported the Elective Care Hub's goals:Enhanced Hygiene: The materials and design of the furniture met the rigorous hygiene standards required for a surgical environment.Improved Staff Workflow: The functional design of staff bases and cabinetry optimized workflow, contributing to increased efficiency.Positive Patient Experience: The high-quality furniture and attention to detail created a comfortable and welcoming environment for patients.On-Time Completion: The efficient installation process ensured the project stayed on schedule.Hospital leadership expressed their satisfaction with the project. Steve Phoenix, Chairman of East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, and Joe Chadwick-Bell, Chief Executive, highlighted the hub's importance in improving patient care and enhancing staff facilities.Medspace Solutions' expertise in manufacturing and installing fitted furniture and equipment played a vital role in the successful completion of the Elective Care Hub at Eastbourne General Hospital.Our commitment to quality, functionality, and hygiene contributed to a modern, efficient, and patient-centered environment, ultimately enhancing elective care services for the Sussex community.

Medspace Solutions was delighted to be awarded the package to redesign and refurbish the Psychological and Mental Health Services (PAMHS) Department on Level 6 of Great Ormond Street Hospital. Great Ormond Street Hospital is a children’s hospital in London and a part of Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust. The project was installed on behalf of Logan Construction and contained a large amount of bespoke furniture, HTM63 and HTM71 cabinetry and Reception Desks.The Medspace team carried out the design work in March and April of 2023, collaborating closely with Day Architectural and artist Giles Round to ensure the successful integration of design elements. The aim was to create functional, aesthetically pleasing, and therapeutic spaces for mental health services.Patient safety was a primary consideration on this project, with many fixtures incorporating anti-ligature handles and fittings. The installation needed a balance of strength and safety whilst retaining a welcoming and calming environment.A lot of thought had been put into creating the department, geometric shapes and bold colours were particularly important on this project and all play their role to relax and reassure patients. To achieve the artistic vision for this unique project Medspace worked closely with trusted supplier Formica® using their flagship Younique® product. Younique® has allowed Medspace to incorporate patterns directly onto the laminate panels used in the construction of the furniture. This creates a long-lasting hard-wearing surface, resistant to vandalism and colour fade.Another interesting design feature is the backlit cloud panel. Giles Round’s cloud design is featured throughout the department and Medspace incorporated this by fabricating it using translucent Corian® solid surface material. This was then backlit using LED’s creating a soft and relaxing feature in each of the 8 bedroom areas.Installation took place between August and October 2023, and our Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment Package included supplying a functional and stylish reception desk and furnishing and designing the laundry room, kitchen, activity room, bedroom, lounge, study, washroom, dirty utility, teen zone and a quiet space.During the installation, two things were paramount – maintaining cleanliness in a hospital environment and ensuring no patients or their families were disturbed by the work. Our team worked closely with the hospital to ensure there were no issues during the installation period, and we kept disruption to an absolute minimum for everyone, including the staff.The finished design is a massive improvement for the department, and it is now a much more modern department that is fit for purpose and more pleasant for treating the patients who come in.

Milton Keynes University Hospital’s (MKUH) new Radiotherapy Centre marks a transformative milestone in local healthcare, bringing crucial cancer treatment closer to residents of Milton Keynes. Prior to this development, patients had to travel long distances to Oxford University Hospitals (OUH) for radiotherapy, adding stress to an already challenging treatment journey. The new centre, strategically located adjacent to MKUH’s Cancer Centre, will allow seamless, integrated cancer care and is set to open its doors in late 2024. Delivered through a collaborative partnership involving OUH, Morgan Sindall Construction, Ryder Architects, and Medspace Solutions, the project underscores a shared commitment to enhancing patient outcomes and community health.The new centre is a major addition to MKUH’s oncology services. It includes two state-of-the-art linear accelerator (Linac) bunkers for precise radiotherapy delivery, a CT suite, multiple consulting rooms, and dedicated staff spaces. The facility also features landscaped areas designed to offer a soothing environment for patients undergoing intensive treatments.The overall objective of the project is to offer a comprehensive, patient-centered cancer care experience, eliminating the need for patients to endure long commutes for radiotherapy while receiving high-quality care locally.Medspace Solutions worked in close coordination with Ryder Architects and Morgan Sindall Construction throughout the project. Collaboration was key to aligning the architectural vision with functional healthcare requirements. The involvement of Ryder ensured that the design maintained a modern, patient-friendly atmosphere while incorporating essential features such as radiation shielding within the Linac bunkers. Morgan Sindall’s project management expertise was instrumental in maintaining timelines and managing the integration of various trades, including Medspace’s specialist fit-out services​. Medspace has proudly supplied Reception Desks, HTM71 cabinetry, HTM63 cabinetry, IPS's, Spur shelving and other custom designed items.

Queen Alexandra Hospital recently unveiled its state-of-the-art £58 million Accident & Emergency (A&E) Department.Designed to enhance patient care, this new facility incorporates advanced infrastructure and thoughtful design to support staff efficiency. Replacing a facility that had been in use since the 1970s, the new department promises a "better experience" for patients, with improved space and design to handle increasing demand. The hospital required furniture and fittings that matched the department’s innovative architectural vision while ensuring durability and compliance with healthcare standards. Specifically, the reception area needed a design that would be both practical and visually striking.Working closely with IHP (VINCI Building UK and Sir Robert McAlpine) and A&D Architects, Medspace Solutions provided:Custom Cabinetry: Functional storage solutions integrated seamlessly with advanced medical systems.Reception Desks: Ergonomically designed, including the boat-shaped desk, a nod to Portsmouth’s maritime heritage.Durable Materials: High-quality finishes designed to endure the demands of a busy emergency department.Collaboration is key to successThe hospital required furniture and fittings that matched the department’s innovative architectural vision while ensuring durability and compliance with healthcare standards. A focus on patient-centric care guided every aspect of the build. From the layout to the materials used, the department was meticulously planned to ensure a seamless experience for patients, their families, and staff. Additionally, the inclusion of dedicated staff spaces fosters a supportive and efficient working environment.Seamless Integration: Collaborative efforts ensured Medspace’s designs perfectly complemented the architectural vision.Enhanced First Impressions: The iconic reception desk became a highlight, creating a welcoming environment.Improved Efficiency: Thoughtful cabinetry design allowed staff to work more effectively.Medspace Solutions, in conjunction with Gradus who helped clad the desk, delivered the architectural vision. This reception desk is a striking design element that ties into the hospital's maritime location. Inspired by Portsmouth’s nautical heritage the iconic boat-shaped desk based on the Paddle Steamer Waverley, the world’s last seagoing paddle steamer. This unique feature combines functionality with aesthetic appeal.The desk provides a welcoming and efficient space for staff to manage patient intake while creating a calming first impression for visitors. Its thoughtful design ensures ease of use for staff and promotes a positive atmosphere in the busy and often stressful emergency care environment.The successful completion of the Radiotherapy Centre at MKUH exemplifies how strategic partnerships, sustainable practices, and community-focused design can come together to create a facility that significantly improves patient outcomes. Medspace Solutions is proud to have been part of this impactful project, delivering bespoke, high-quality cabinetry and fit-out solutions that align with the needs of both healthcare providers and patients. This project not only sets a new standard for regional healthcare facilities but also reaffirms the importance of building with community health at the forefront.

In July 2022, Medspace was awarded the FF&E package for the New University of Bristol Dental School.Working closely with the University and construction company Kier, Medspace were tasked to design, manufacture and install bespoke Reception Desks, 119 Dental Bays, Worktops, Roller Racking and HTM71 Storage as well as fit Group 2 items such as hooks, mirrors, grab rails and soap dispensers.Once again, cleanliness, clever design and functionality were paramount in the successful execution of the project. The existing building spanned six floors and hosted a series of challenging shaped rooms and obstacles to overcome. Working alongside the Kier design and site teams, Medspace worked to fit all bespoke items within the existing fabric of the building, producing more than 160 designs to meet the exact needs of the university staff and students. The communication between the design and the installation team played a huge part in ensuring that the highest level of finish was achieved with weekly meetings held to iron out issues before they got to site. This high standard is immediately apparent as you enter the building and view the 'centre piece' main reception desk, which features a solid surface desk with whitewashed birch panelling, surrounded by a fully bespoke structure featuring fully integrated services, matching the same birch finish to compliment the integral desk.The £27million purpose-built facility near Bristol Temple Meads train station was successfully opened in 2023 following extensive renovations. Medspace is proud to have been part of creating this exciting upgrade for students and staff, incorporating bespoke design and the latest equipment spread across 7,300 square meters of space.

In conjunction with construction company Speller Metcalfe, Medspace was delighted to work on the new £35 million Accident and Emergency department at Worcestershire Royal Hospital. The previous A&E department at Worcestershire Royal Hospital had been built in 2002 to service a far smaller number of expected patients – around 45,000 patients each year. In recent years, the A&E department has seen 75,000 attendees every year – more than 160% of their predicted numbers. As such, the size and layout were inadequate to service today’s patient numbers.Medspace was tasked with designing, manufacturing, and installing bespoke reception desks and staff bases for the new A&E department as well as our standard HTM63 and HTM71 storage solutions. The desks and bases were bespoke designs made to fit the spaces perfectly and to house all the items necessary in these spaces.To ensure the finished items were as successful as possible, we worked closely with the hospital, the architect and Speller Metcalfe to get the designs right for the space and make them as functional and useful as possible. The items had to be highly durable and versatile so that staff could use them as effectively as possible, making their jobs easier and making it more straightforward to treat patients.The designs we created for Worcestershire Royal Hospital A&E department made use of solid surface; highly clinical materials with seamless joints, making them ideal for infection control within healthcare environments. This offers the client peace of mind that their staff bases and reception desks will last the test of time, no matter how much traffic they see. Working closely with SpellerMetcalfe, the Medspace team installed the fitted furniture and equipment to fit in with their construction schedule so that the project could be completed and handed over to the client by their agreed timeline. Our team fitted the items quickly and without disrupting other ongoing work on the site. Medspace was tasked with designing, manufacturing, and installing bespoke reception desks and staff bases for the new A&E department as well as our standard HTM63 and HTM71 storage solutions. The desks and bases were bespoke designs made to fit the spaces perfectly and to house all the items necessary in these spaces.To ensure the finished items were as successful as possible, we worked closely with the hospital, the architect and Speller Metcalfe to get the designs right for the space and make them as functional and useful as possible. The items had to be highly durable and versatile so that staff could use them as effectively as possible, making their jobs easier and making it more straightforward to treat patients.The designs we created for Worcestershire Royal Hospital A&E department made use of solid surface; highly clinical materials with seamless joints, making them ideal for infection control within healthcare environments. This offers the client peace of mind that their staff bases and reception desks will last the test of time, no matter how much traffic they see. The A&E department has proven to be a resounding success, revolutionising the provision of emergency medical care in the region. The department has significantly reduced waiting times and enhanced patient outcomes with state-of-the-art facilities, streamlined processes, and a dedicated team. SpellerMetcalfe said, “The expansion of urgent care facilities will further contribute to the improvements being led by local health and care organisations to reduce waiting times, improve ambulance handovers and also introduce new and innovative models of care in and out of hospital.”