At Decor Systems, we are proud to have contributed to the transformative Dubbo Base Hospital (DBH) Redevelopment. This redevelopment project, designed by HDR Architects, enhances healthcare infrastructure for the growing communities of Dubbo and Western New South Wales and aligns with our mission to create spaces that combine aesthetics and functionality.

Acoustics are crucial in healthcare settings: noise profoundly impacts patient healing. Excessive noise levels can lead to heightened stress, anxiety, and discomfort for patients, hindering the healing process and potentially affecting recovery rates.

Noise also challenges healthcare professionals, making communication difficult and leading to potential medical errors. Therefore, managing noise and creating a quiet and comfortable environment are essential to improve patient care and outcomes.

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Decor Systems are key players in the acoustics of healthcare spaces, so with careful collaboration with the architects, DecorZen in a SmartLook Tasmanian Oak and DecorTrend® in SmartLook White were specified, which played a key role in shaping the hospital's interior design and acoustic performance.

DecorZen is featured in the hallways and high-traffic areas and absorbs up to 88% of incidental noise. Featured in our SmartLook Tasmanian Oak finish, this provides a Group 1 fire rating and contributes to creating a healing, calming environment. Including natural wood tones and clean, modern finishes helps reduce the sterility often associated with hospitals, making the space more welcoming for patients and their families.

In healthcare settings, maintaining cleanliness is paramount. Our DecorZen MDF panels are engineered with materials that meet the highest hygiene standards, making them an ideal choice for hospitals where sterility is essential. For added protection, we offer the BioPanel ZapX coating at a minimal additional cost. This patented treatment has been proven to eliminate harmful pathogens, including antibiotic-resistant 'superbugs'. Tests conducted on Staphylococcus aureus demonstrated an immediate 100% kill rate, providing an extra layer of safety in critical healthcare environments.

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DecorTrend® in SmartLook White offers a sleek, contemporary design solution with a clean, minimalist finish. It creates a bright, open feel, perfect for healthcare environments and other high-traffic areas. DecorTrend® is available with a Group 1 fire certificate.

Through our work on the DBH Redevelopment, Decor Systems demonstrated our ability to contribute to large-scale healthcare projects with thoughtful, integrated design solutions. Our use of DecorZen and DecorTrend® was essential in creating an environment that balances the technical demands of healthcare with the human need for comfort and tranquillity.

At Decor Systems, we believe that design shapes experiences and our contribution to the Dubbo Base Hospital reflects our ongoing commitment to delivering functional and meaningful spaces to the communities they serve.

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Project details

Project: Dubbo Base Hospital Redevelopment

Location: Dubbo, NSW

Architect: HDR Architects

Builder: Hansen Yuncken

Contractor: Welkin Construction Group

Products: DecorZen, DecorTrend®

Application: Internal

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