U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Lee County Healthcare Center

The Lee County clinic accommodates more than 200,000 veterans living in southwest Florida. The specialty care and outpatient clinic offers a wide range of physical and mental health services.

Stone veneered walls and a covered canopy at the entrance create a warm texture and reduced scale that welcome visitors into the lobby. The stone, wood and neutral aesthetic continues throughout the interior spaces, promoting a feeling of calm for patients.

HOK’s design arranges the clinical functions and diagnostic services around a central space. The floor plan optimizes patient care and staff efficiencies.

Glazing on the north and south sides of the building maximizes daylight and views. Sustainable design strategies helped reduce the center’s projected energy use by 30 percent compared to code requirements.