Construction Begins for International Hospital

BEIJING — Construction began last week on a new women’s and children’s hospital in Beijing’s Lakeview Park district.

The New Century International Women’s and Children’s Hospital, slated to open late this year, is the system’s first women’s hospital and second pediatric clinic and hospital.

Houston-based FKP Architects contributed the site planning, design, programming and planning for the 30,000-square-foot facility. The firm, which specializes in the healthcare, research, and academic markets, has extensive experience designing pediatric and women’s hospitals.

The facility combines traditional Chinese design elements and the Western healthcare delivery model in an effort to capture a share of the Chinese patient market seeking private healthcare services in lieu of those offered by the public hospital system. Following the trend emerging in American hospital construction, the facility will feature a family-centered care environment and modern color scheme, as well as advanced medical technology and experienced staff.
 
Founded in 1937, FKP Architects works with pediatric institutions, community health institutions, academic medical campuses and health science centers around the world.