Originally established in 1981, the hospice required a state-of-the-art facility to meet expanding community needs and deliver exemplary end-of-life care. Set in a peaceful Cambridge location, the purpose-built hospice was handed over on budget and two weeks ahead of programme. Bedwell MEP delivered an integrated building services package designed to maximise comfort, therapeutic quality and operational efficiency—featuring high-efficiency gas-fired condensing boilers for low-pressure hot water (LPHW) heating, comprehensive domestic water services, robust security and door entry controls, and dedicated external landscape lighting to complement the serene environment.
A standout highlight of the project is the custom mechanical ventilation system engineered for the open-plan café, dining and catering facilities. Designed to let patients and visitors share in the culinary experience, the open-plan layout called for an innovative airflow solution. Bedwell MEP implemented an induction canopy extract system directly above the kitchen and pot-wash areas that draws air from the cooking zone while discharging filtered, tempered supply air into the adjoining dining spaces. This cross-flow ventilation design simplified complex ductwork, enabled higher ceiling clearances to enhance the open, relaxing atmosphere, and ensured optimal indoor air quality throughout the building.
