HEALTHCARE CONSTRUCTION

Cabell Huntington Hospital Gift Shop & Connector Addition

Creating a Welcoming Connection
Within an Active Hospital

Construction Services

Construction Services

Improving the Patient & Visitor Experience

MIRC Construction Services served as General Contractor for the Cabell Huntington Hospital Gift Shop and Connector Addition in Huntington, West Virginia. The project transformed an underutilized area into a welcoming public space that enhances the hospital experience for patients, families, visitors, and staff while improving circulation between the hospital campus and adjacent parking facilities

The renovation included construction of a modern hospital gift shop, a bright interior connector with comfortable waiting areas, upgraded finishes, and expanded public amenities designed to create a more inviting healthcare environment. Construction was completed while maintaining continuous hospital operations, requiring careful coordination to minimize disruption to patients, visitors, and medical staff

The completed project provides an attractive, functional destination that improves campus connectivity, supports hospital services, and creates a welcoming first impression for everyone entering the facility

  • Client: Cabell Huntington Hospital

  • Location: Huntington, WV

  • Services: General Contracting

  • Project Type: Gift Shop & Connector Addition

  • Construction Value: $1,400,000

  • Architect: Edward Tucker Architects

  • Status: Completed

  • Completion: February 2018

PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS

Expanding Patient Amenities and Hospital Connectivity

The Gift Shop & Connector Addition created a welcoming public environment that improves the experience for patients, visitors, and hospital staff while providing a direct enclosed connection between the new parking garage and Cabell Huntington Hospital. Key project features included:

  • New hospital gift shop serving patients and visitors

  • Enclosed public connector linking the new parking garage directly to Cabell Huntington Hospital

  • Floor-to-ceiling storefront glazing providing abundant natural light

  • Comfortable patient waiting areas

  • Enhanced exterior entrance and arrival experience

  • Custom retail fixtures and checkout area

  • Modern architectural lighting throughout

  • New landscaping and accessible pedestrian pathways

Interior corridor connecting the CHH Gift Shop with surrounding hospital spaces at Cabell Huntington Hospital.

COMPLETED PROJECT

A Welcoming Connection Between Hospital and Parking

The completed addition provides a bright, enclosed pedestrian connection between the new parking garage and Cabell Huntington Hospital. Along the route, patients and visitors have access to comfortable waiting areas and the hospital gift shop within a modern, accessible environment

Nighttime exterior of the CHH Gift Shop Connector at Cabell Huntington Hospital in Huntington, West Virginia.
Interior of the Cabell Huntington Hospital gift shop with checkout counter, merchandise displays, and retail shelving.
Merchandise display area inside the Cabell Huntington Hospital gift shop.
Nighttime entrance to the CHH Gift Shop Connector at Cabell Huntington Hospital in Huntington, West Virginia.
Nighttime exterior of the CHH Gift Shop Connector with glass walls, landscaping, and outdoor seating.

PROJECT IMPACT

Enhancing the Patient and Visitor Experience

The Gift Shop Addition delivered more than new retail space. The project created a functional public connection between Cabell Huntington Hospital and the new parking garage while creating a comfortable, welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff. By integrating retail amenities, waiting areas, and improved pedestrian circulation into a single addition, the completed facility supports daily hospital operations and enhances the overall campus experience