Billard Leece Partnership (BLP) has announced its appointment as the lead architect for the Queensland Cancer Centre (QCC), a state-of-the-art healthcare facility set to revolutionise cancer treatment in Queensland. This project strives to redefine the landscape of cancer care, standing as a beacon of hope and healing to countless patients.

Tara Veldman, Managing Director of BLP, expressed her enthusiasm for the project: “The Queensland Cancer Centre is not just a building, it’s a commitment to the future of cancer care in Queensland. As lead architects, BLP is proud to be entrusted with the design of QCC, as it plays a pivotal role in Queensland’s healthcare as a beacon of hope and healing.”

Located on the existing campus of the Royal Brisbane & Women’s Hospital (RBWH) and Turrbal and Yuggara Country, QCC will be the only cancer centre in Australia to offer the full spectrum of cancer treatments, including advanced proton therapy, as a statewide service. Designed in collaboration with Lend Lease and LCI Consultants for Health Infrastructure Queensland (HIQ), Queensland Health, the project extends beyond the physical structure, symbolising a holistic approach to patient wellbeing, compassionate care and cutting-edge medical technology.

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The facility will feature a warm and welcoming front of house, a day therapy service, outpatient consult rooms (including facilities for telehealth consultations), 150 overnight beds, four operating theatres and proton therapy. “We are delighted to support Queensland Health in bringing their vision to life – a facility that fosters healing and tranquillity while being adaptive to the evolving needs of cancer care delivery. The Queensland Cancer Centre has been thoughtfully designed to be an outstanding example of the future of health, balancing compassionate care with the latest technology and wellness principles,” says Alessandro Filippi, Project Director and Health Lead at BLP.

The design for QCC highlights its commitment to innovation, sustainability and community well-being. The design features intuitive navigation, environmental sustainability through the integration of green building materials and energy-efficient practices, and a conceptual framework that supports robust health facility planning. “QCC is not just a healthcare facility; it’s a community hub. The design takes into account the importance of the public realm and is designed to seamlessly integrate with the urban fabric of the Herston Health Precinct, inviting the community in and fostering a sense of belonging,” explains Brad Dorn, Design Lead at BLP. “Critical to the design has been the incorporation of landscaped areas throughout the building for everyone to access, promoting a strong biophilic response for the site.”

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