State-of-the-Art Healthcare Facility

The New North Zealand Hospital, located in Hillerød, Denmark, is an overarching construction project aimed at establishing a state-of-the-art healthcare facility. Spanning a total of 118,000 square meters, the hospital will include 570 beds and 20 clinical departments such as emergency services, intensive care, outpatient clinics, operating theaters, diagnostics, maternal and child functions, general surgery, orthopedic surgery, internal medicine, neurology, oncology, otolaryngology, audiology, and various other medical services. Designed with a clover-leaf shape, it aims to create a human-scaled, welcoming atmosphere for patients, visitors, and staff.

Natural, Harmonious Façade Design

The hospital's façade prominently features natural materials, particularly thermo-wood and oak cladding, promoting a harmonious blend with the surrounding forested landscape. This design, courtesy of Herzog & de Meuron and Vilhelm Lauritzen Arkitekter, utilizes 7,550 m² of unitized curtain walls with thermo-wood, 7,200 m² of oak-engineered timber stick curtain walls with an aluminum AD-ON system, 1,250 m² of thermoprofile elements with mineral wool insulation, and 730 m² of fire resistance stick façades. The use of wood, both externally and internally, is aimed at enhancing the comforting, Nordic aesthetic that is central to the hospital's architectural vision.

Experienced Project Leadership

Leading the construction is NCC Danmark AS, while COWI A/S serves as the project advisor. KG Constructions Group has been appointed as the Facades Contractor, handling the complex work from design and project management to production, transportation, and installation. Additional engineering support comes from Rambøll UK and MOE, with Henrik Jørgensen Landskap and Vogt Landschaftsarchitekten overseeing the landscaping aspects.

Six-Year Construction Timeline

The construction timeline is set from 2020 to 2026. This six-year building period is dedicated to creating a modern and functional hospital that will serve over 310,000 citizens. There is a significant focus on designing a facility that provides a homely and safe atmosphere, which includes interior and exterior spaces conducive to both rest and rehabilitation, offering areas for walking and nature trails. Overall, the project aims to not only meet diverse medical needs but also provide substantial societal benefits by improving regional healthcare infrastructure.

Managing Complex Project Risks

The project does come with inherent risks, particularly in terms of managing such a complex and large-scale structure within a set timeline and budget. Coordinating across various contractors and phases of construction is also a challenge. However, with comprehensive planning and high involvement from experienced contractors, these risks are being diligently managed. The successful execution of this project will result in a significant enhancement of healthcare services, positively impacting the community at large.