DESIGN IN MENTAL HEALTH AWARDS 2023
site-specific areas. The artworks comprise a combination of larger and smaller scales, developed in parallel so that architecture and the art complement each other.” The artworks include eight large 60 m2 concrete walls, ‘each with the
artistic expression and motif of life-giving molecules, a torso, and people moving around’. In the centre of the 375 metre- long foyer, three columns feature curved LED screens showing slow-motion footage of chemical and physical processes. The entry explained: “In meditative and therapeutic nuances, digital video installations, mosaics, and relics, set the ambience – generating a beautiful and visually attractive setting for patients, staff, and visitors, at GRH. Every exit and ward section has its own colour to assist wayfinding, creatively enhance recovery, and strengthen sense of identity. Erik A. Frandsen’s playfulness with materials and colours shows his characteristic sense of creating human-centric and visually appealing designs. Integrating his artworks contributes to creating a safer and calmer environment that has a positive impact on the treatment and atmosphere.” The judges commented: ‘Bold, uplifting, and intriguing pieces – including wayfinding, and reflective, tactile, and LED screens with chemical processes. Sustainable/ robust, cultural diversity.’ The award was presented by DiMHN Chair, Philip Ross.
Concept Product Innovation of the Year The evening’s second award, for Concept Production Innovation of the Year, saw a Highly Commended certificate awarded to a joint entry from Darwin Group, Safehinge Primera, Polar NE, and Tough Furniture, for ‘Collaboration In Action – Modular Bedroom with One-key for Staff’. The entrants said: “Untying nurses of the shackles of multiple keys, we have co- developed a one-key approach that utilises the tried and tested anti-tamper Lifeline Key from Safehinge Primera commonly used by hospitals throughout the UK. A
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single key operates a range of products within a bedroom – whether the bedroom window, a locked drawer, the observation panel, or activation of the the anti- barricade override. It means safe, reliable access is quick, and key management much simpler.” The winner of the Concept Product
Innovation of the Year Award was Nobi, for the Nobi Smart Lamp – ‘an AI-enabled smart lamp that focuses on fall detection, prediction, and prevention, and even vital signs monitoring’. The entry said: “Picture Nobi as a sort of ‘guardian angel’ hanging in the middle of the room, offering safety, while meeting the highest design standards, and privacy requirements. If a fall or other emergency occurs, caregivers, relatives, or friends, will immediately be contacted, and Nobi enables them – via voice connection – to talk to the person to reassure them help is on its way. When help arrives, the lock of the person’s home can be automatically opened. Nobi assures peace of mind for the elderly, their family, and other carers.” Unfortunately nobody from Nobi could attend, but the company
sent in a video expressing their thanks for the award, which was shown at the ceremony. A judge commented: ‘A brilliant and clever idea; I didn’t even notice the product initially.’
Low Cost – High Impact The evening’s third award was for Low Cost – High Impact, sponsored by P+HS Architects, with a Highly Commended awarded to Gilling Dod Architects for ‘minor ward refurbishments’ at Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Trust’s 71-bedded Moorside Unit on the Trafford General Hospital site in Davyhulme, Manchester. The five wards house male, female, and older adult inpatients. The initial budget was set at a maximum £175,000, and the project had to be completed within four months. Service- users were involved in the interior design process. The award-winner in this category
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was Medical Architecture, for a scheme involving re-planting at Blossom Court, a mental health inpatient building operated by Barnet, Enfield and Haringey Mental Health NHS Trust at St Ann’s Hospital, Tottenham, that the practice had designed, and which it says ‘represents a new approach to design for mental health – with modern therapeutic spaces that promote direct and independent access to outdoor space’. A ‘unique two-storey arrangement’ sees four wards stacked around two terraced courtyards. Medical Architecture’s entry said: “In August 2022, we visited Blossom Court to speak with staff and a former service-user about their experiences in creating the building, and its impact. During the visit we noticed that the courtyard gardens had deteriorated. Knowing the importance of these garden spaces to the patient experience, we asked to return with a team of volunteers and some fresh planting, to put some healthy green life back into the courtyard most in need. The Trust accepted our offer, and we assembled a team to complete the work. “Once finished, we opened the space back up to an appreciative audience of
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