Madinat Yanbu Medical Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Built for the industrial city of Yanbu, the $121 million, 13-building complex featured a 342-bed general medical/surgical hospital, a public health administration building and occupational health clinic.

RBSD’s design for the medical center integrated the local architectural vocabulary with state-of-the-art medical facilities.  The lobby was comprised of a two-story atrium provided a sense of space and facilitated wayfinding for patients and visitors.  The lobby also overlooked the lower-level cafeteria, which features a domed seating area that echoes the architectural style of the region.

In addition to the medical services, a residential development containing housing for 440 personnel, recreation building, swimming pool, and tennis courts were included on the campus.

RBSD provided  a full service package, which included: programming, planning, staffing/operations analysis services, and architectural and interior design.  Working with the Program and Construction Management firm, Ralph Parsons Ltd. from Pasadena, CA, RBSD also maintained on-site staff to provide advisory services throughout the construction period.