Stage one of the Sydney Children's Hospital and Minderoo Children's Comprehensive Cancer Centre project in Randwick has reached construction completion.
Completed works include a new 12-storey, $658 million structure known as the Randwick building. Shaped by consultation with more than 1,000 stakeholders, the building is a key component of the Randwick Health and Innovation Precinct - a medical hub that integrates clinical treatment, research and education facilities.
Billard Leece Partnership (BLP) designed the new facility, which was developed in collaboration with Health Infrastructure, the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network and the Children's Cancer Institute. Aspect Studios was appointed for the landscape design of the project.
The new building will house a paediatric cancer centre that brings together both clinical care and translational research.
A communique from the architect notes that the design has been guided by a biophilic design approach. The form of the new building wraps around a central courtyard, providing access to daylight and fresh air. Landscaped terraces, rooftop gardens and outdoor spaces feature throughout the building, intended to promote connection to nature and wellbeing for both patients and staff.
Managing director and health lead at BLP Tara Veldman said the project has involved years of planning and co-design. "Children heal in hospitals that have been purpose-designed for them, especially when their full spectrum of needs, including clinical, emotional and social, are met," said Veldman.
External works, fitout and operational commissioning is ongoing, with the building set to open to patients in late 2025.
