Client: Directorate of Housing Establishment & Military Works
Location: Amman - Jordan
Services Provided: Master Planning
Plot Size: 774,000 m²
Start Date: June 2014
Completion Date: 2015
Challenge:
The King Hussein Medical City (KHMC) faced the challenge of developing a long-term master plan for its 774,000 m² site to sustain its role as the Kingdom’s leading military hospital complex. With a history of groundbreaking medical achievements and a reputation for providing specialized services across Jordan, KHMC needed a forward-looking strategy to maintain its position at the forefront of medical innovation for the next fifty years.
Approach:
The master planning effort focused on ensuring that the site’s layout could accommodate future medical advancements, population growth, and increasing service demands. This involved careful analysis of existing infrastructure and creating flexible zones for expansion. The design emphasized enhancing connectivity between various facilities, streamlining patient and staff movement, and integrating sustainable design practices. The master plan was structured to maintain KHMC’s high standards in medical education, research, and care by reserving spaces for new specialized centers and cutting-edge medical technologies.
Impact:
The resulting master plan provided a clear roadmap for KHMC to continue its leadership as a regional medical hub. It ensured that the site would remain capable of adapting to global healthcare advancements while preserving the hospital’s heritage as a pioneer in the region. By establishing a comprehensive long-term strategy, KHMC reinforced its commitment to excellence in military and civilian healthcare, medical education, and international collaboration.
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