Health Centre Design Guide, Myanmar
Country-wide / Myanmar
Why this project matters
Rural Health Centres are the backbone of Myanmar’s healthcare system, particularly in remote and underserved areas where access to health services is limited. Yet many of these centres suffer from inadequate infrastructure and outdated facilities. To help improve the quality and reach of rural healthcare, Article 25 was invited to co-develop a comprehensive Design Guide to support the Ministry of Health and Sports in its long-term infrastructure planning.
The design
Working in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of architects, engineers, and research partners, Article 25 helped create a user-focused, evidence-based Design Guide. The guide provides detailed analysis of existing rural health centres, alongside design recommendations for upgrading current facilities and building new ones. It incorporates constructional, environmental, and social considerations, all grounded in the real challenges faced across Myanmar’s rural areas.
Impact and delivery
Published in 2018, the Health Centre Design Guide equips local authorities and construction teams with the tools to improve the functionality, safety, and resilience of rural health facilities. By embedding architectural best practices into the healthcare system, the guide supports long-term investment in infrastructure that can meet community needs and adapt to future demands. The project was made possible through an independent fundraising initiative and ongoing collaboration with government stakeholders.
PROJECT TYPE: Healthcare
PARTNERS: Government of Myanmar, Ministry of Heath and Sports, Steffian Bradley Architects, BRE Trust, Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios, GVA, ICENI, Pollard Thomas Edwards
STATUS: Published 2018
