Construction firm Quinn London has delivered a new elective care centre for Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.
The elective care hub was developed through an extension and refurbishment of Block 5 at Homerton University Hospital.
The scheme included a vertical extension to create a new second floor, alongside a first-floor extension and extensive internal remodelling to provide additional capacity for planned care.
The work involved a multidisciplinary project team including healthcare architects Ansell + Bailey, project managers WT Partnership, accountants Wareham & Associates, and architectural and design collaboration involving RSP.
What were the phases of the construction?
Construction and refurbishment activities were phased to accommodate the decanting and relocation of hospital departments, while the project team also had to manage the logistical challenges associated with carrying out major works above an operational secure mental health unit.
The first phase of the project involved refurbishing the north wing of the existing hospital, including new Gynaecology, GI Physiology, diagnostics spaces, and a 10-bed ward, alongside roof replacement for new plant installation.
The second phase involved constructing two new operating theatres and integration with existing services.
The final phase involved refurbishing the waiting area and support spaces for the new facility.
The completed development includes two new day surgery unit theatres, a new endoscopy suite, enhanced diagnostic facilities and a 10-bed inpatient ward, alongside expanded staff accommodation and storage areas.
What are specialised features of the build?
According to Quinn London, the project also incorporates high-specification MEP design, including 7 new HTM-compliant air handling units, and three four-pipe air source heat pumps that provide low-carbon heating and cooling.
The new rooftop of the building also includes a plantroom for all major plants and building management system integration for centralised control and monitoring.
The project was delivered within a live hospital environment, requiring extensive planning and coordination to maintain existing clinical services throughout the works.
Low-noise equipment and external louvres helped to minimise impact on surrounding wards.
The project also included sustainability, with 100% diversion of non-hazardous waste from landfill.
The centre cost £20m and was supported by £7,500 raised for Homerton Hope charity.
The additional facilities are expected to enable the Trust to carry out up to 2,500 more operations each year, with the new theatres increasing the hospital's total day surgery theatre provision to five.
The elective care centre officially opened in November 2025 and is now supporting increased surgical and diagnostic capacity at Homerton University Hospital.
