ConciER EMERGENCY ROOM

Using an emergency department physician approach, E4H envisioned a series of freestanding emergency departments across the state. Once developers and financiers were onboard, a prototype was developed along with a team of consultants and contractors. Programming and designing alongside several emergency department physicians, a franchise model was generated that closely reflected the needs and operations of both staff and patients. The franchise grew quickly across Texas.

After great success with the initial franchise model, the team was re-commissioned to examine how the prototype could adapt to unique site and programmatic needs. The team developed three different prototypes (small, medium and large) for each department susceptible to variances in demand. In addition, the team was asked to research different regions where the organization sought to grow. Working with city officials, health departments, and fire marshals throughout Texas and neighboring states, the team familiarized the client with the unique opportunities and challenges associated with development in each region. Equipped with an understanding of regional identity, designers then developed a palette of skin options. This kit of parts allows each prototype to be tailored to blend into the architectural surroundings and landscape of the region. The versatile model has been successfully implemented into more than 30 freestanding emergency departments for ConciER.