The seven-storey main hospital and its ancillary structures were developed using BIM and Revit platforms, ensuring full multidisciplinary integration. The project complies with UK NHS healthcare standards, the British Building Code and all relevant Nigerian regulations. Efficient circulation routes and clear zoning reduce travel distances and improve workflow for both patients and staff. Public, clinical and service areas are clearly separated to enhance safety and operational clarity.
Two central courtyards allow daylight to reach deep into the building, reducing reliance on artificial lighting and creating uplifting internal spaces. Given Abuja’ s hot, humid climate, the design uses limited operable windows and instead prioritises high performance mechanical ventilation to maintain air quality and thermal comfort.
Materiality and Climate Strategy Material choices throughout the hospital prioritise durability, hygiene and ease of maintenance. With limited access to local building products, high quality imported materials were selected to ensure long-term performance. Surfaces are anti-microbial, non-porous and easy to clean, preventing infection and reducing operational costs while maintaining a refined aesthetic.
Energy efficiency is integral to the design. All glazing is double glazed with thermally broken aluminium frames to reduce heat transfer. More than 80 % of the façade is ventilated, comprising a masonry inner skin and an aluminium subframe clad in mechanically fixed Italian porcelain tiles. The modular façade system ensures consistency, reduces construction waste and enhances overall resilience.
AMCE 85