Mercy Medical Center - West Lakes
West Des Moines, IA

Mercy Medical Center-West Lakes is a new high-rise Hospital in West Des Moines, Iowa. Damon Farber Associates worked with the hospital to develop an overall master plan that would integrate with the proposed Wellness Center to the north. The exterior improvements included; integration of storm water requirements, entry plazas, healing garden, outdoor dining terrace and LEED certification.

Damon Farber Associates worked with the City to address tree preservation issues and the City’s demanding landscape requirements. The result is a plan that balances vehicular drop-off and parking ramp access with pedestrian safety and campus aesthetics. The landscape uses native drought tolerant plant material and limited irrigation to achieve LEED points and reduce future maintenance costs. Decorative paving, site furnishings and landscaping defi ne building entries. A healing/therapeutic garden is designed for use by all users of the facility and incorporates fragrant and visually interesting plant material. Storm water is weaved through the site as an organizing element and amenity for pedestrians on campus.