When the Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust were looking to develop a new Oncology outpatients department, natural imagery and calming colours were a central part of the design brief. To this end, architects, Ansell and Bailey, specified a range of Forbo Flooring Systems’ flooring, including its climate positive (carbon negative) Marmoleum floor covering.
The project involved the complete refurbishment of the former vaccination centre and medical records store, located on the ground floor. Denise Cloutt, Project Architect from Ansell and Bailey spoke on this, saying: “There are always challenges when it comes to re-developing an existing space; however, in this case we had a great open plan layout to work with right from the off. We were really keen to maximise the amount of natural light coming into the space, helping to brighten the area and have a positive impact on the well-being of those visiting the department. We also wanted to use colour and natural imagery to both stimulate those within the space, but also to aid with wayfinding around the area.
In looking for this natural product, Denise realised that the Marmoleum collection, Forbo’s own brand of linoleum and one of the most sustainable and natural floor coverings on the market would be ideally suited. The large range provided an array of options which work together in terms of Light Reflectance Values, and with the Dementia Services Development Centre (DSDC) ratings, making it a great fit for healthcare design.
| Project Name | Hammersmith Hospital Oncology Outpatients Department |
| Interior Architect | Ansell and Bailey |
| Photography | Matt Livey, Palladian Media |
| Date of Completion | June 2024 |
