Royal Columbian Hospital – Ph 2

Building FunctionEmergency services, acute care
Gross Floor Area36,500 square meters (392,883 square feet) 
LocationNew Westminster, British Columbia  
ScopeIndependent Energy Consultant
Project DescriptionRoyal Columbia Hospital Phase 2 comprises of an expanded emergency department and a new acute care tower. The new addition to the Royal Columbian Hospital campus will contribute an additional 229 beds, MRIs to supplement the clinical diagnostic process, a neonatal intensive care unit, and a rooftop heliport to improve emergency patient transport. The Facility will provide both inpatient and outpatient services and will operate 24 hours a day, continuously throughout the year, to ensure a safe and comfortable environment for all staff and patients. The Facility’s design is guided by principles of Evidence-based Design, Sustainability and Resilience.
Value AddedAs IEC, Edge is assisting the Health Authority to realize the stringent Energy and Carbon targets during design, construction and occupancy.