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Ronald McDonald House, Perth

Children’s health through sustainable design

  • $20M

    Project Value

  • 5

    Storeys

  • 47

    Family Units

  • Perth, Western Australia

    Perth, Western Australia

As a LEED Silver building, this was the first project in Western Australia to be certified by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)

Ronald McDonald Houses are intended to provide a “home away from home” environment for children and their families receiving medical treatment. This one—a new, five-storey facility—serves the Perth Children’s Hospital.

One major goal on the project was to create something that was highly progressive and sustainable. This approach was important in ensuring that every element of the building worked to promote healing, provide comfort, and encourage connection for residents who are far from home. Sustainable designs include water-efficient landscaping, high-performance glazing, timber shading devices, an indoor air quality management plan, and much more.

Our building services design complements architect Gerry Kho’s vision, resulting in stunning and unexpected spaces designed to delight residents. A vast circular light shaft creates a striking connection between the levels, highlighting the communal spaces. Whereas, the “secret garden” and the natural palette finishes have been thoughtfully curated to enhance the positive effect of nature and vegetation on the healing process.

The building includes 47 units for families, a commercial kitchen and laundry, a communal lounge, and dining and play areas. This new Ronald McDonald House provides vital accommodation for families from rural and remote areas with children receiving life-saving treatment.

At a Glance

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Architect
Gerry Kho Architects
Meet Our Team

Stephen King, Principal, Mission Critical, Science & Technology Sector Leader, WA

Mixing prescriptive with performance-based design, I like to be involved in technical detail without losing focus on the big picture.
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Matthew Quin, Principal, Senior Electrical Project Technical Lead

I thrive on the challenges that arise in major healthcare and laboratory projects and particularly enjoy engaging with stakeholders during the design process.
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Eric Lemeur, Principal, Senior Structural Project Technical Lead

I pride myself on providing efficient, cost-effective structural solutions and am known for my personable and collaborative relationships.
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Andrew Wakelam, Principal, Mechanical Group Leader, WA

I’m a people person—I thrive on the collaborative process with both the project design team and between the disciplines at Stantec.
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Imran Khan, Principal, Commercial Market Leader, WA

There’s always acoustic complexities to be resolved, and I relish the opportunity to create environments that meet my client’s needs.
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Ben Hyde, Principal, Hydraulic Project Engineer

With more than 20 years of contracting and design experience in the hydraulic industry, I deliver effective and creative solutions.
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Stephen King

Principal, Mission Critical, Science & Technology Sector Leader, WA

Matthew Quin

Principal, Senior Electrical Project Technical Lead

Eric Lemeur

Principal, Senior Structural Project Technical Lead

Andrew Wakelam

Principal, Mechanical Group Leader, WA

Imran Khan

Principal, Commercial Market Leader, WA

Ben Hyde

Principal, Hydraulic Project Engineer

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