The hospital expansion project is a cooperative effort involving the College of Architecture's Departments of Architecture, Construction Science, and Landscape Architecture and Urban Planning. Students and faculty from several disciplines combine their expertise to focus on a complex project and develop new possibilities. By working closely with design and construction professionals, the project proposals will combine innovation with practicality. Marc E. Leediker, vice president of Children's Facilities Management Group, believes the ideas presented will pave the way for future growth of the hospital. A key component of this vision is the development of a research-driven structure.
Current facilities have research activities tucked away in every conceivable nook and cranny.
This new facility will be organized around the concept of shortening the time from research bench to bedside application. Photos of models are available upon request.