The Adult and Pediatric Burn Institute at Akron Children’s Hospital (Akron, Ohio) was updated to meet current industry standards and enhance care for inpatient and outpatient burn victims.
The Hasenstab team worked with clinical staff to create a comforting, healing space. Outside views, natural light, and calming colors contribute to an environment with plenty of positive distractions to aid patients in their long and often painful journeys to recovery.
The first portion of this multi-phased project included renovations to the Outpatient Burn Center. The renovated outpatient unit provides space for five exam rooms as well as a procedure room. Associated support spaces include clean supply, a medicine room, and offices for physicians and clinical staff. The second phase of the project encompassed updates to several clinical and common areas within the Burn Institute, including three procedure rooms and a physical therapy room.
Clinical spaces were created with flexibility in mind, while still adhering to strict infection control standards. The tub and procedure rooms, which are equipped to support general anesthesia, also provide access to sterilized water over patient beds. Additionally, the Physical Therapy room flexes to offer ample space for both inpatient and outpatient care.
FIRM: Hasenstab Architects, Inc., hasenstabinc.com
DESIGN TEAM: Scott Radcliff, principal in charge; Amador Gonzalez, design principal; JC Stouffer, project manager; Emily Seger, interior designer; Tina Kessel, equipment planning (Hasenstab Architects, Inc.); BWK Engineering (MEP engineering); PLANIT Studios (architectural graphics and wayfinding)
COMPLETED: 2022 (phase 1); 2025 (phase 2)
