Orientation and Access

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Planning Module Applications: Design Configurations

Figure 250-6 illustrates the assembly characteristics of two basic types

of space module: the two-aspect 20-bed module and the four-aspect

40-bed module.

2. Orientation and Access

The orientation of the service modules containing bed-care functions

can also significantly influence the planning of the rest of the hospital.

For example, in a tower on a base configuration, the orientation of the

nursing tower can determine the assembly of service modules in the

base and limit the location of major access points on the ground level.

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