Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center – Center for Advanced Heart Failure & Cardiomyopathy Care
HGA designed the innovative Center for Advanced Heart Failure & Cardiomyopathy Care, reimagining patient and provider experience through efficient layouts, calming colors, and natural lighting elements in Boston.
The new Center for Advanced Heart Failure & Cardiomyopathy Care at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) in Boston, Massachusetts reimagines both the patient and provider experience. HGA designed the new outpatient clinic through a complete renovation of approximately 11,000 square feet on BIDMC’s West Campus.
Part of Beth Israel Lahey Health, BIDMC is a leading provider of cardiovascular services in eastern Massachusetts, treating more than 5,000 patients each year with advanced heart failure. Though chronic, heart failure can be treated, managed, and in some cases cured.
The newly designed outpatient clinic consists of ten exam rooms and several specialized spaces for performing echocardiograms, stress-tests, ultrasound, and two infusion treatment rooms specific to the care of heart failure patients. Staff spaces are thoughtfully designed, balancing off-stage areas to allow for respite and focus with on-stage open nurse stations and carefully positioned sightlines. Clear wayfinding, easy access, and soothing views of Boston’s Emerald Necklace enhance the patient experience. Features such as ample storage, universal and flexible exam rooms and infusion spaces, easy to maintain materials and finishes, and a focus on walking distances improve operational efficiency.
The design creates a warm, welcoming, and anxiety-reducing setting for patients while incorporating BIDMC’s design standards — featuring shades of blue, purple, and beige. In addition to modern flooring and innovative lighting, HGA designed a contemporary ceiling feature in the waiting area. This organically shaped and naturally patterned lighting feature provides a soothing, calm environment for patients and their families. This feature was inspired by the fractal patterns and shadows found with the leaves of forest canopies, immediately creating a sense of comfort and reduction in stress.
Design: HGA
MEPFP Engineer: Fitzemeyer & Tocci Associates, Inc.
Structural Engineer: Souza True & Partners, Inc.
Construction Manager: Suffolk Construction
Photography: Anton Grassl