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COMBINING CONTEMPORARY aesthetics with exceptional performance, an array of solutions from Forbo Flooring Systems’ portfolio have been installed throughout the state-of-the-art Cancer Centre at Milton Keynes University Hospital (MKUH). Designed by Ryder Architecture, the facility brings patient experience to the fore, where the integrated flooring scheme seamlessly guides users through the building. Te prestigious project took home the winner’s accolade in the 2020/21 annual Fly Forbo competition. International design practice Ryder was brought on board to design the interior. Toby Ingle, associate, said: ‘As the building is curved, the ground floor is essentially a circular loop that is split into three main zones: the main reception and well-being lounge, outpatients and chemotherapy. Tis layout enables patients to easily navigate their way through the building on the day of an appointment, from check-in through to treatment. It was therefore vital that the patient journey was seamless and, through the use of flooring, we were able to achieve a smooth transition from one zone to the next.


‘We opted for a timber effect in all of the circulation spaces to provide a sense of continuity. In the non-clinical areas – such as the lift lobby and main reception right up to the front door of outpatients, as well as in the corridor upon exiting the chemotherapy suite – we chose Forbo’s Allura Flex Wood Luxury Vinyl Tile planks in White Autumn Oak, which


Brightening up cancer care with an award- winning integrated Forbo flooring scheme


were installed in a staggered pattern. Te playful use of the planks really adds a sense of dimension to the space, making it a much more friendly environment, as opposed to being cold and “institutional”.’


As the building moves through into the circulation spaces of the outpatients and


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chemotherapy zones – the more clinical areas – Allura Flex Wood transitions into Eternal Wood general purpose vinyl in the Elegant Oak colourway. Eternal Colour was also used in the outpatient consultation rooms, chemotherapy suite and specialist treatment rooms, as well as the 24-bed inpatient ward and staff areas on the first floor.


Ingle continued: ‘For all of the wet rooms and areas that might be prone to spillages, such as toilets, shower room ensuites, utility rooms as well as the tea point, we specified Surestep Star safety vinyl for its guaranteed lifetime slip resistance.


‘We took a holistic approach to the design of the Cancer Centre and all of Forbo’s solutions have come together to help us to achieve a beautiful and practical integrated flooring scheme that seamlessly connects the spaces. I am really pleased with the outcome of the project and how every element of the interior works together to create an environment that promotes patient comfort and experience.’


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