NSBM Medical & Research Hospital | Model Display Pavilion
NSBM Medical & Research Hospital · Homagama
One container. A new architectural purpose.
HCD transformed a single 40 ft High Cube shipping container
into a pavilion displaying the architectural model of the
proposed NSBM Medical & Research Hospital opposite
NSBM Green University in Pitipana, Homagama.
Completed and handed over in five weeks, the project combines
a wider open room, large tempered-glass openings and an
exposed-container exterior. The reconfigured structure
provides a dedicated setting for presenting the hospital
development to visitors.
ClientNSBM Health
LocationPitipana, Homagama
Original structure
One 40 ft High Cube shipping container
Reconfigured dimensions
20 × 16 ft · approximately 320 sq ft external footprint
Primary function
Architectural model display pavilion
Project status
Completed & handed over in five weeks
Container modification
Changing the proportions changes the possibilities.
HCD cut the container into two 20 ft sections and joined
them side by side. This arrangement creates a wider room
while retaining approximately the original overall footprint.
The broader layout provides space to view the hospital’s
architectural scale model from different angles and
accommodate visitors around it. The interior remains open
without separate pantry or washroom compartments.
Working from the supplied pavilion design, HCD recommended
adding a roof, developed the roof’s architectural design
and advised on refinements to the pavilion.
The architecture
The container becomes part of the identity.
The corrugated steel exterior remains exposed in a
Halloween Night finish. Its industrial character gives
the pavilion a recognisable container-based identity.
Large tempered-glass openings connect the model display
with the surrounding site. Front entrance steps connect
the pavilion to the approach walkway while the architectural
roof projects approximately two feet beyond each side.
The added roof completes the building’s outline and
provides an additional protective covering above the container.
Interior finishes
A composed setting for the display.
The interior combines HCD’s Hybrid cement construction
type wall finishes with premium vinyl wood plank flooring
to provide a clean setting for the hospital model.
Insulation and air conditioning support indoor comfort.
The open layout keeps the hospital model at the centre
of the visitor experience.
Protection & assurance
Built for lasting use. Backed by HCD.
01
Marine paint protection
Marine paint was applied to protect the steel exterior
as part of the pavilion’s protective finish.
02
10-year roof warranty
The roof carries a 10-year warranty, supporting
the building’s long-term use.
03
20-year structural warranty
HCD provides a 20-year structural warranty
for the pavilion.
Warranties are subject to their applicable terms and conditions.
Delivery & handover
From modification to complete installation.
HCD carried out the container modification, foundations,
roofing, interior fit-out, electrical work, air conditioning
and installation. The pavilion was completed and handed
over within five weeks.
The project brings together container modification and
building fit-out to deliver a complete pavilion for
displaying the hospital’s architectural model.
Construction involved reconfiguring the container,
forming and reinforcing the openings, installing
the roof structure and completing the interior finishes
before final installation and handover.
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