CHICAGO, Ill. — Reed Construction recently completed an 11,250-square-foot remodel of the Acute Care Rehabilitation Center at MacNeal Hospital in Berwyn, Illinois. Architectural services were provided by MRF, Ltd. and interior design services were provided by In.design, inc.
For over a century, the 427-bed facility has served the needs of over 1 million people in the near west and southwest suburbs of Chicago. The renovations involved an interior demolition and complete rebuild, as well as significant upgrades to the mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems. Upgrades were also made to a major portion of the base bid electrical infrastructure.
The new suite offers 13 patient rooms, two nurse’s stations, an employee break room and a room for secure storage of medications. In addition, the suite features a fully equipped rehabilitation gym and an Activities of Daily Living apartment, where patients can practice living independently under the supervision of their respective healthcare professionals.
The new space also features high-end finishes, including ceramic tile in patient bathrooms, resilient flooring in patient rooms and corridors, decorative wood film on elevator doors, high-end light fixtures and crown molding throughout. The entire project was completed in an expedited, 7-week timeframe.
“During construction, a transitional care unit remained fully operational on the same floor,” said Rich Melone, team leader for Reed’s Healthcare Division. “Our key objectives were to keep all MEP and life safety systems up and running, while causing minimal disturbance to patients and staff.”
