The two new buildings, together comprising 110,000 square metres across eleven storeys above ground, house patient wards, operating theatres and a state-of-the-art, fully automated sterilisation centre. Their design is based on the latest research into the role of space in patient wellbeing and shaped by evidence-based design, and extensive collaboration with hospital staff.
Skåne University Hospital Campus: Healthcare buildings complete after ten years of development
Today, the second of Malmös two new hospital buildings is officially inaugurated, marking the conclusion of one of Sweden’s largest hospital projects. The new facilities represent a major step forward, enhancing both the patient experience and the working environment for staff. At the same time, they realise the vision of a hospital fully integrated into the urban fabric, where new pathways and public spaces at ground level create a vibrant cityscape and fresh connections.
Through close collaboration with the staff, we have succeeded in creating a world-class hospital that not only supports staff in their vital work but also provides the best possible conditions for patients and their families.
Kjell Nyberg, Lead Architect, White Arkitekter
Staff are the most important resource in healthcare, at the same time, the task of attracting, recruiting, and retaining skilled healthcare professionals is a global challenge. A sustainable and attractive working environment is a critical part of the solution.
It is incredibly rewarding to meet the staff and see how proud and satisfied they are with the new facilities. From the outset, we have worked purposefully to create architecture that supports their work and achieves a level of quality rarely seen in healthcare environments.
Paula Block Philipsen, Lead Architect, White Arkitekter
The new hospital buildings are designed to offer both a welcoming presence at street level and a distinct landmark on the city’s skyline. Particular care has been taken to harmonise with culturally significant neighbours such as the former administration building and the anatomical theatre. Materials including slate and ceramics resonate with the area’s traditional brick and natural stone, while aluminium cladding on the upper floors gives the hospital a crisp, contemporary silhouette.
Inside, the buildings provide an inviting atmosphere where timber panelling introduces warmth. An inclusive design approach – with the ambition of creating a calming environment – has been central throughout. The upper floors rise above the city, offering sweeping views of Malmö’s streets, parks and surrounding landscape. Here, the care wards are designed to foster calm and maximise daylight and outlooks, while dedicated workspaces and terraces provide staff with restorative spaces of their own.
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