WDP LABORATORY FITOUT
THE BUILDERS CHOICE WDP Laboratory Fitout
Detailed approach required for laboratory fitout
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aboratory fitouts differ significantly to most commercial fitout projects and, with a floor area of over 6,000m2 over two floors, the Western Diagnostics Pathology (WDP) laboratory is one of the largest private pathology laboratories in Western Australia. Western Diagnostic Pathology’s goal was to relocate the Myaree Laboratory and other peripheral facilities to a new purpose-designed central laboratory in Jandakot. PS Structures were engaged initially on a Design and Construct basis for the base build portion of the project working with architect Meyer Shircore. From the onset of the project, it was determined that it was critical to develop the base build and fitout designs concurrently, to ensure a seamless integration of the complex service requirements of the fitout. With this established THE TEAM
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PS Structures were appointed head contractor of the fitout and as a result worked with Silver Thomas Hanley to deliver a facility which would meet the clients’ expectations. Silver Thomas Hanley was the lead Architectural consultant responsible for the design and delivery of the internal fitout. A key consideration of the project was to ensure the facility would not only meet the operational requirements of the client but would also be adaptable and responsive to their changing needs as well as future technological advancements. Throughout the design process, PS Structures, Silver Thomas Hanley and other design consultants regularly engaged with the client and key stakeholders to ensure the best possible outcome for operational efficiency. In many ways the internal fitout informed the form of the building and was driven by the specialist requirements of the equipment and function of the facility.
