Client: Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust The Rob Burrow Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Centre in Leeds is a pioneering facility dedicated to providing specialised care for patients living with the condition. Named in honour of rugby league legend Rob Burrow, the centre is designed to offer a comforting, supportive environment for both patients and their families. With a focus on comfort, accessibility, and patient wellbeing, the centre aims to improve the quality of life for those facing this challenging condition. The purpose-built facility provides advanced treatments, therapies, and spaces that cater to the specific needs of MND patients, ensuring they receive comprehensive care in a modern, patient-centred environment. Services we provided Mechanical, Electrical & Building Services Our Role BWB’s Mechanical and Electrical Engineering team was integral to the development of this unique centre. Unlike many healthcare settings, the Rob Burrow Centre required a highly specialised approach to meet the needs of patients living with MND. Patient-focused approach We developed tailored mechanical and electrical solutions that aligned with the centre's specific requirements, ensuring that all systems were optimised for ease of use and patient accessibility. These included temperature control systems that maintained a stable, comfortable environment and advanced ventilation systems to enhance air quality throughout the building. Healthcare expertise The specific needs of MND patients presented unique challenges, as the centre needed to provide a comfortable yet functional environment. Our team’s experience in healthcare design enabled us to meet these requirements with bespoke engineering solutions that balanced patient comfort and clinical efficiency.