The S/L/A/M Collaborative (SLAM)

On June 20th, our very own Rick Polvino will be joining other esteemed professionals in a panel discussion at the Hospital, Outpatient Facilities & Medical Office Buildings Summit in Houston, TX, hosted by AMFP - Association of Medical Facility Professionals. Prepare for an engaging discussion as the panelists explore what drives success in major projects. Rick will discuss SLAM's current Houston-based project, the new flagship building for Baylor College of Medicine. This summit promises to be both insightful and lively! If you're in the area, come join us! For more information, visit https://lnkd.in/gAZDrWpj #Healthcare #MedicalEducation #Summit #AMFP #Houston

Recently, Bridgeport Hospital's Milford Campus introduced 3 East, a state-of-the-art post-surgical orthopedic care unit, symbolizing a significant commitment from Yale New Haven Health and Bridgeport Hospital. President of Bridgeport Hospital, Anne (Davila) Diamond, emphasized, “every aspect of this unit was meticulously thought out to truly enhance the patient experience.” The rooms feature cutting-edge technology and meticulous design aimed at prioritizing patient and family comfort. Equipped with advanced amenities, each room includes personalized tablets for patients, allowing control over lighting, temperature, window blinds, and entertainment options. Interested in learning more? Click the link below: https://lnkd.in/em8E-UH4 #Healthcare #OrthopedicCareUnit #PatientFamilyCare #Design #Architecture

Thrilled to announce that our recently completed project, Bellflower Radiation Oncology Center, won the national Major Project Delivery Award!! With its Grand Opening in May, this facility will contribute in expanding Kaiser Permanente's Cancer Care, Radiation Oncology Services, in Southern California. This all-electric, LEED Gold, cancer care center was designed specifically for the experience of the cancer patients. We designed a peaceful yet inspiring exterior form and an uplifting and comforting interior environment that would provide hope to the cancer patients. Congratulations to the extended design and construction team and collaborators: IMEG, tk1sc, DPB ENGINEERS, INC./ Salas O'Brien, Brandow & Johnston, Ridge LA, VANYAN STUDIO, Guidepost Solutions, SKADESIGN , Larsen Zienkiewicz, Inc., EGG Office, Resonance Acoustics, UL, Turner Construction Company, Porcelanosa, DIRTT. Read more here: https://k-p.li/4e8Mbtf #GrandOpening #KaiserPermanente #BellflowerRadiationOncology #Healthcare #CancerTreatment #Award #NationalMajorProjectDevliveryAward

Happy #HigherEducationDay! 🎓📚 Today, we're delving into immersive learning, going beyond hands-on experiences. We're on a journey to creating exceptional environments designed specifically for meaningful, engaged learning. Our goal? To shift the focus from instructor-centered to student-centered. At the heart of our Immersive Design philosophy lies the belief in crafting spaces that ignite creativity, foster collaboration, develop interpersonal skills and promote critical thinking. By creating these simulated environments, we aim to engage students on multiple levels—physically, socially, cognitively, and emotionally—through purposeful activities and experiences. #NationalEducationDay #ImmersiveLearning #University #HigherEducation #Design

Join us in Las Vegas from June 9 to June 12 for the upcoming NACDA/CEFMA National Convention! This event offers invaluable opportunities for educational sessions and networking throughout the week. Don't miss the chance to hear Dane Hawthorne, alongside Mike Hill (Athletic Director at UNC Charlotte), Mike Behan (President, Legends College), and moderator Cass Ferguson (Associate AD Facilities and Events at UNC Charlotte) at the CEFMA Senior Leadership Panel. They'll discuss utilizing research, data analytics, and survey responses to evaluate premium amenities and product mixes, as well as revenue generation strategies in new and renovated facilities. Be sure to connect with esteemed SLAM members: Emily Burton, Marc Clear, Vagts Jacob, Dane Hawthorne and Rick Bouchard, RA during the convention. Check out the schedule here: https://bit.ly/3Vrpmtu

Exciting news! Our team, in collaboration with MSA Design, has been chosen to lead the design of Xavier University's pioneering College of Osteopathic Medicine building. Messer Construction Co. has been selected as the builder. The new building will feature a variety of learning environments and simulation spaces where students can immerse themselves in real-world situations to prepare for patient care. The first class of students will be divided into four cohorts to create learning communities, each centered around a dining space to accommodate the busy life of a medical student. “Medical students traditionally come to medical school, and by the time they graduate, they’re very stressed,” said Dr. Steven Halm, DO, FAAP, FACP, FACOI, Dean of the College. “It’s not an easy process. I want my medical students to end happier than when they show up. I want them to have direction. I want them to have purpose. That’s at the core of how Xavier’s medical school will be unique. It’s a very interesting mind-body-spirit connection.” Check out the Biz Journals article here (paywalled): Xavier University picks Slam Collaborative to design medical college - Cincinnati Business Courier (bizjournals.com)

We've just celebrated a significant milestone with the groundbreaking of the Modesto Medical Office Building! Following our string of successful projects for Kaiser Permanente in Southern California, we're thrilled to contribute to their expansion into the Central Valley and Northern California. The Modesto Medical Office Building spans 105,000 square feet, utilizing prefabricated and modular components to deliver healthcare projects at a faster pace. 

We are beyond excited to be partnering with University of Notre Dame in the creation of Shields Family Hall, a cutting-edge football facility poised to revolutionize the landscape of human performance, sports science, medicine, and nutrition. This will house team spaces, such as a training room, sports medicine facility, equipment facility, new locker rooms, as well as a training table for all student athletes. Set to debut in 2026, our collaborative endeavor with Notre Dame will set a new era of excellence in collegiate athletics. This football facility stands as a commitment to empowering athletes with the resources and support necessary to achieve their utmost potential. Prepare to witness innovation, precision, and unparalleled dedication converge as we redefine the boundaries of athletic achievement together. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3UKvhbu #NotreDame #ShieldsFamilyHall #FootballFacility

Thank you, CHES (CT Healthcare Engineers' Society), for contributing to the success of this event. And to all who have joined us, thank you for your valuable participation. Your comments, insights, ideas, and more have enriched our discussions and made this event memorable.

Last week, SLAM attended the CREW CT Blue Ribbon Showcase and was recognized with the prestigious Best in Class: Commercial award for designing Belimo's 34-acre North American Headquarters Expansion. The renovation and 24,000 square foot expansion to the original 195,000 sq.ft steel-framed facility introduced a dynamic work environment with research labs, a manufacturing area, and a warehouse. Additionally, the design incorporated new office spaces envisioned to cultivate collaboration among staff and a workplace café. Thank you to CREW CT for this recognition. Congratulations to the team: Donald Crowe- principal Carl Bertrand- senior associate architect Rick Bouchard, RA- associate principal architect Monika Avery- principal interior designer Paul Baldinger- design architect Salas O'Brien- MEP #CREWCT #DesignAward #Recognition #WeAreSLAM