Rural Hospital

Braun Rural hospital.
“Best Damn Little Country Hospital in the World.”

1 Megazebo with the standard alcoves on the lower level and an interior Operating Room on the upper level. 30 beds.

Center Core Function	Operating Theatre fully equipped
CUC	Host to all utilities, wiring, control panels, cable
Alcoves	Equipment and apparatus
Revenue Streams	Government or privately funded. Operating fees, examination fees, and some day when attitudes change, cremation niches in the memorial perimeter wall to finance the operating and maintenance costs of running the entire hospital

Key Innovations

1. Portable. Fast erection time. Pre-engineered and modular design. Turn-key solution.
2. Erected in 20 days. Dismantle in 10. Easy to re-locate when the town expands.
3. Over-sized pillars convey an image of strength, stability, permanence, and durability.
4. Durable materials. Ceramic roof, Granite floors. Glass walls. Longevity.
5. Spiral stairs for quick access to other levels. Staff efficiency. Easy to monitor.
6. 360 degree panoramic view.
7. Abundant natural light. Windows convey transparency.
8. Interior open space concept. Freedom to design.
9. Efficient use of space in the central utility core (CUC) and Operating Theatre
10. We conserve materials. Less wire, pipe, ducting, cables, plumbing
11. Optional operating theatre in the CUC. Easy to sterilize and create a “clean room”
12. Ductless heating and air conditioning. Less air carried infections. Less disease.
13. Optional upper loft for shift workers and staff to rest or sleep.
14. Full bed elevator to serve all Gazebos in the cluster.
15. No exterior walls. Only plate glass and pillars. A neat and clean look
16. Fire alarm and sprinkler system throughout.
17. Fully Earthquake resistant design
18. CUC as well as valuable OR equipment and appliances can be easily locked-down.
19. All beds are IC beds. No private rooms.
20. Designed, built, delivered, erected, equipped and furnished for under $20,000 / bed.
21. The client provides the land, concrete pads, utility access and some landscaping.