LOCATION: Marina Del Rey, CA
The Project
The Cedars-Sinai Marina del Rey Hospital (MDRH) Project is a nine-story facility that will replace the existing Marina del Rey Hospital and is expected to open in 2028. The new hospital will feature expanded emergency services, private patient rooms, advanced surgical suites, and the latest technology to cater to the evolving needs of the community. Notably, construction will proceed alongside the operation of the current hospital, ensuring continuity of care.
Lightweight Insulating Concrete (LWIC) insulation was utilized for the landscape deck, including an RT system which are heat activated asphalt pellets cast directly into the LWIC surface. This design choice enhances insulation, provides excellent fire ratings, and provides a mechanical bond to the mod bit roof system by creating the mechanical bond between the pellets and the base sheet directly to the LWIC surface. The project presents a unique challenge due to the roof substrate’s one-directional slope. LWIC was selected for its adaptability on-site, allowing for the creation of positive slopes where necessary, as well as the formation of crickets to direct water toward the drains.
Additionally, the construction involves pouring planters and addressing narrow areas on the landscape roof, ultimately contributing to a tranquility garden designed for the well-being of patients and staff. This green space will serve as a serene retreat, enhancing the hospital’s healing environment.
