Physical Plant Upgrades
Client
Advocate Aurora Health
Industry
Healthcare
Delivery Method
CM at Risk
Architect
Matthei & Colin Associates
Project Profile
Michuda Construction successfully completed a multi-level physical plant upgrade for Advocate Children’s Hospital at Advocate Christ Medical Center. The project encompassed significant renovations across four floors, enhancing both aesthetics and functionality. These updates contributed to a cohesive and modern design while improving patient safety and operational efficiency.
PROJECT PROFILE
Advocate Christ Medical Center Physical Plant Upgrades
Location: Oak Lawn, Illinois
Client: Advocate Christ Medical Center
Architect: Matthei & Colin Architects
Delivery Method: Construction Manager at Risk
Size: 100,000 sf
PROJECT OUTCOME
Michuda Construction successfully completed a multi-level physical plant upgrade for Advocate Children’s Hospital at Advocate Christ Medical Center. The project encompassed significant renovations across four floors, enhancing both aesthetics and functionality. These updates contributed to a cohesive and modern design while improving patient safety and operational efficiency.
PROJECT SCOPE
Michuda’s role included managing a comprehensive renovation to several critical areas of the hospital. This included:
Pediatric Department Upgrades (First Floor): Refreshing finishes and redesigning spaces to create a welcoming environment for patients and families.
Pediatric Inpatient Floor Renovation: Modernizing patient rooms, nurse stations, and shared spaces to improve both functionality and visual appeal.
Cohesive Design Aesthetic: Aligning the new finishes with existing hospital units for a unified and contemporary look.
Efficiency Enhancements: Upgrades to intake and exam areas, ensuring smoother patient flow and better clinical operations.
CHALLENGES AND SOLUTIONS
Occupied Space Construction: Ensuring uninterrupted hospital operations required meticulous scheduling and phased work plans. Infection control measures and temporary barriers were utilized to maintain a safe environment.
Design Alignment: Collaborating closely with architects and hospital stakeholders, Michuda ensured the new finishes complemented existing aesthetics while meeting modern healthcare standards.
Patient Safety: Special attention was given to materials and layouts to optimize safety for patients and staff during and after construction.
IMPACT The physical plant upgrade not only transformed the hospital's visual appeal but also enhanced its operational efficiency. The cohesive design and functional improvements support Advocate Christ Medical Center's commitment to delivering outstanding pediatric care.