Welcoming 2026 – and a new Community Diagnostic Centre in Hereford!

We’re delighted to announce that this new, patient-focused facility has opened its doors to the public, providing a calming and non-institutional space for imaging and testing appointments.

Architype collaborated with experts Medical Architecture and Speller Metcalfe on the CDC, which form part of a national initiative that brings healthcare away from hospitals and directly in the community, specialising in X Ray, CT and MRI as well as more routine blood testing facilities.

Our designs centred on:

• Patient experience, creating a welcoming environment

• Staff comfort, providing the flexibility and accessibility for all staff to work to their best ability

• Sustainability, guided by Passivhaus principles and the NHS Zero Carbon Building Standard, with a BREEAM Excellent score of 74.1%

It’s been a truly exciting journey, to be part of a scheme that supports our local community in Hereford and eases the burden on the county hospital.

Image: Department of Health and Social Care