The New Valley Hospital, designed by HRD with Skyline Design manufacturing the decorative architectural glass, represents a milestone for Valley Health in Paramus, New Jersey. This 890,000-square-foot facility is a new medical campus aimed at delivering high-tech, high-touch care.
The project involved the integration of ten different decorative glass techniques throughout the hospital, including textured, printed imagery, back-painted, gradient, and laminated glass. The design challenge was to seamlessly translate artwork and colors across multiple spaces—ensuring consistency from panel to panel, wall to wall, and room to room—while maintaining a cleanable, durable, and pathogen-resistant surface suitable for a healthcare environment.
The process
Leveraging Skyline’s vertically integrated manufacturing capabilities, all glass types were produced under one roof, delivering a seamless and consistent aesthetic throughout New Valley Hospital. Processes including digital printing, lamination, and back-painting, allowed Skyline to accurately translate the desired artwork and colors across various glass types, supporting the hospital’s cohesive design vision. This approach ensured that every element of the glass installations, from textured panels to gradient transitions, met stringent healthcare standards while enhancing the overall patient experience.
Recognizing the importance of hygiene in healthcare settings, Skyline utilized glass’s natural properties as a non-porous, pathogen-resistant material. This made it an ideal choice for environments that require frequent cleaning and maintenance, contributing to a safer and more hygienic hospital environment. By closely collaborating with HDR Architecture and Valley Health, Skyline delivered a solution that not only fulfilled the aesthetic and functional requirements but also aligned with the hospital’s commitment to high-quality patient care.
The result
The project resulted in a visually cohesive and functional environment that enhances the hospital’s interior spaces. The integration of ten different glass types across various areas of New Valley Hospital created a unified aesthetic that supports the design intent throughout the facility. The durability and cleanability of the glass installations ensure long-lasting vibrancy and ease of maintenance, supporting Valley Health’s commitment to providing a safe, welcoming, and healing environment for patients, staff and visitors.
Skyline Design’s ability to manage the entire glass production process in-house, combined with a dedication to quality and innovation, delivered a solution that exceeded expectations.
