The first thing that you notice about the Anthony Mamo Oncology Centre is the size of it, a rather large modern building with interesting architecture.
The majority of the light in this space was natural, as most rooms in the building featured a number of windows. Which is comforting for the patients. The only rooms that do not include a window or an outer light source are the radiation rooms, and this is done to combat the radiation emitted from the equipment. The artificial lighting used tries to replace a natural light as much as possible, using white light.
The space itself is highly functional, utilitarian in nature as it is a hospital. The hospital is also highly accessible with various lifts and ramps for wheelchairs. It is also connected to the main Mater Dei hospital through a bridge. The majority of the flooring of the hospital is made from a special type of vinyl surface, this is to combat and prevent infections and diseases.As it is a hospital sounds are kept to a minimum to keep from disturbing patients and staff. The only audible sounds are those of doors, equipment and chatter between the staff. The whole experience could be quite eerie.
The hospital was fitted with an air filtration system which replaces the air every few minutes, this reduces smells and possible infection. The hospital also uses a colour coded system to signify different wards and parts of the hospital, each ward fitted with various signs with a large readable typeface, making it easier to navigate.
