Structural plans for three-storey extension to private hospital

BSF was appointed to provide structural and civil engineering designs for the extension of Benenden Hospital’s existing facilities.

Multiple blocks were constructed A to E, including steel frame and retaining wall designs. 

Structural design of Block E

Block E is a three-storey extension to an existing building which includes hospital wards, operating theatres, emergency rooms as well as an open courtyard in the middle.  The building is of steel frame construction with masonry infill panels. The building is designed as a moment frame and void of any wall bracings to provide maximum flexibility for future alterations. The steel frame is tied to the existing structure providing access from the existing building.

Floors and foundations

The floor structure is formed as precast planks along with a secondary ceiling structure below which acts as a service access platform. The concrete deck acts as a diaphragm at floor level. The foundations are pad and strip footings with reinforced retaining structures as required.

Civil engineering design

Civil Engineering work included drainage, car park and attenuation pond designs.