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39 wards is very complex and challenging in a tropical country like Singapore. “It requires knowledge and expertise along with a commitment to sustainability to build better futures.” The hospital block also contains a model two-room flat where patients can practice skills they will need to return to independent living in a home-like setting, as well as a rehabilitation garden on the rooftop where patients can exercise while looking out to views of Singapore’s cityscape. QUICK TRANSFERS To meet the client’s request for a rehabilitation centre that facilitates quick acute to sub-acute care transfers, clinical functionality was included in the design of the rehabilitation and outpatient podium. Many of the supporting programmes that are integral to the SGH Campus are now located within this new rehabilitation facility. “Patients, depending on the degree of rehabilitation required, go through a series of transition rehabilitation stages,” says Stavros. “For instance, if they are incapacitated and they don’t have the ability to move to the 05 DAVID STAVROS, SENIOR DESIGN PRINCIPAL AND EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, B+H ARCHITECTS 04 05. The rehabilitation garden consists of both sheltered and outdoor spaces. 04. A rehabilitation garden on the rooftop where patients can exercise while looking out to stunning views of the Singapore cityscape.