Inspired Interiors
The interior design was inspired by the Mississippi River, which runs through the heart of Memphis, and its surroundings. Shades of blue nod to water while shades of green point towards local landscapes and native foliage. Pops of coral and orange are selectively applied to add depth to the space. The elevated courtyard and amenity spaces are anchored with soft neutrals reminiscent of the river’s shorelines and accented with full spectrum pops of color. The space also features local art installations, which was a top priority since the hospital houses hundreds of local works.
Enhancing Comfort
In patient rooms, seamless headwalls camouflage medical equipment and feature backlit constellation patterns to provide a positive distraction. Private bathrooms and large seating areas provide comfort for family members, and observation windows enable nurses to monitor patients without disruption.
A First for Tennessee
The first in the state of Tennessee, MRI-guided cardiac catheterization lab streamlines imagery and procedures, facilitating safer patient care with less time spent under anesthesia. The space also enables teaching and information sharing; an adjacent monitor room can broadcast cardiac procedures to doctors and hospitals around the world, and the lab can also be used by physicians to practice procedures using virtual reality.
