Matt Grimaldi
Architect
Zimbabwe, Birchenough Bridge new medical building.
The Birchenough Bridge hospital in Zimbabwe required a new pharmaceutical distribution and storage building. Design, competitive tender, and construction management all performed locally in conjunction with the Zimbabwe Ministry of Health. Other work included upgrades to electrical and water supply/waste system.
Side view, as-built.
Top viewing identifying pharmacy and storage areas.
Entry as-built.
Entry perspective with entry suited to incoming TB patients.
Top plan.
Overall shot with general contractor.
Work in progress utilizing locally produced brick.
General contractor and myself at entry.
Construction progress, with a view of the city's namesake (Birchenough Bridge) bridge in the distance.