Architectural Gems of Medicine: TOP-8 Private Maternity Hospitals in Ukraine 2025

Healing Architecture – A New Standard for Medical Facilities in Ukraine

Renaissance of Private Medicine in Ukraine

Over recent years, the Ukrainian private medical services market has experienced a true renaissance. According to analytical platforms, the total revenue of private medical facilities in 2024 reached approximately 64.7 billion UAH, demonstrating significant growth compared to 45.7 billion UAH in 2023. This financial upswing has become a powerful catalyst for large-scale investments in capital construction, reconstruction, and creation of premium-class architectural objects.

The concentration of leading market players in major cities, particularly in Kyiv, which accounts for 52% of all visits to private doctors, as well as in Dnipro, Odesa, and Lviv, has significantly intensified competition. In the battle for patients, clinics are forced to compete not only on the quality of medical services and staff qualifications, but also on the level of comfort, service, and most importantly, the quality of the architectural environment. Architecture and design become key differentiation tools and a powerful competitive advantage.

From Hospital to Hotel: The Convergence of Medicine and Hospitality

The modern private maternity hospital has ceased to be solely a functional medical facility. There is a global trend of convergence between medicine and the hospitality industry (“Hospitality-Healthcare”), which is actively developing in Ukraine as well. Patient expectations, especially in such an emotionally significant segment as obstetrics, have transformed. Today, families expect not just safe delivery, but a comprehensive positive experience comparable to staying in a five-star hotel.

This paradigm shift presents new, complex challenges to architects and developers. Projects are increasingly described in hospitality terms: Genesis Dnepr clinic is positioned as an “exclusive 5-star hotel with exquisite interiors,” while “Leleka” maternity hospital is marketed as a “House of Happiness” with a homely atmosphere and its own restaurant. This approach requires a fundamental rethinking of space: from designing rooms that resemble hotel suites to creating cozy common areas, lounges, and recreational territories. The architectural challenge lies in seamlessly integrating the highest medical standards and sterility with an atmosphere of luxury, comfort, and psychological well-being.

The Concept of “Healing Architecture” as the Foundation of Modern Design

The cornerstone of modern medical facility design is the concept of “Healing Architecture.” This scientifically-based discipline studies the impact of physical environment on the healing process and overall patient well-being. It has been proven that factors such as access to natural light, visual contact with nature, air quality, acoustic comfort, and the use of psychologically favorable colors and materials can significantly reduce stress levels, decrease the need for painkillers, and accelerate recovery.

In Ukraine, this concept is no longer just a theoretical idea but is actively being implemented in leading medical projects, becoming a new quality standard. Architecture transforms into an active therapeutic tool. A window overlooking a park, silence in the room, pleasant-to-touch materials – all of this becomes part of the healing process.

Rating Criteria

This rating is the result of a comprehensive analysis of private maternity hospitals in Ukraine operating in 2025. The facilities were evaluated not based on medical indicators, but exclusively on architectural-construction and design criteria that reflect their innovation, comfort, and contribution to the development of modern medical architecture.

Main evaluation criteria:

1. Architectural concept and identity: Uniqueness and integrity of the architectural concept, correspondence of the building’s image to its functional purpose and brand philosophy.
2. Construction and material innovations: Application of advanced construction technologies, energy-efficient solutions, and high-quality, durable materials that meet strict sanitary-hygienic standards.
3. Interior design and patient-centricity: Level of comfort in rooms and common areas, space ergonomics, aesthetic value of interior solutions, creation of an atmosphere of coziness and safety.
4. Integration of “Healing Architecture” principles: Effectiveness of natural light use, visual connection with nature, acoustic comfort, and other elements to create an environment that promotes healing.

Table 1: Comparative Characteristics of Leading Private Maternity Hospitals in Ukraine

Main Content: Rating of Architectural and Design Solutions

#1 — “Leleka” Maternity Hospital (Kyiv, Pusha-Vodytsia)

Architectural Profile: Located in the recreational zone of Pusha-Vodytsia, “Leleka” embodies the concept of “House of Happiness,” where architecture becomes a continuation of the natural landscape. The project maximally utilizes the advantages of its location: large panoramic windows in wards and public spaces provide constant visual contact with the forest, which is one of the key principles of biophilic design and “Healing Architecture.” The building is designed to create a sense of peace, seclusion, and harmony with nature.

Construction Achievements: Investments in the project amounted to $17 million, with a significant portion directed toward equipment procurement and the use of high-quality, environmentally friendly building materials. The choice of flooring such as natural linoleum DLW Marmorette PUR and Nora rubber systems demonstrates an uncompromising approach to quality, durability, and environmental friendliness. These materials not only meet the highest hygienic standards but also create a tactilely pleasant and safe environment.

Interior Design: Leleka’s interiors consciously depart from the sterile hospital image. Designers created a homely, cozy atmosphere using warm textures, natural colors, and soft lighting. Developed infrastructure, including its own restaurant with a summer terrace, discharge lounge, and green recreation area, enhances the feeling of staying at a country hotel rather than in a medical facility.

Engineering Systems: The institution is equipped with advanced medical technologies that are delicately integrated into the design. Central fetal monitoring station, laminar flow systems for air sterilization in operating and delivery rooms, and an in-house laboratory — all this engineering equipment is hidden from patients’ view, maintaining interior harmony.

Conceptual Design from “Mehbud” for “Leleka”:

To emphasize harmony with nature and create a sense of protection, the ideal solution for fencing the “Leleka” territory is the “Rancho” fence from “Mehbud”. Its horizontal slats with Printech polymer coating, imitating natural wood texture, will organically fit into the forest landscape of Pusha-Vodytsia. Such fencing will provide the necessary level of privacy and security without creating visual dissonance with the surrounding environment. For facades, “Mehbud” panel systems in warm, natural shades can be used, supporting the overall concept of “homey comfort” while guaranteeing durability, fire safety, and compliance with sanitary standards.

#2 — ADONIS (Kyiv and suburbs)

Architectural Profile: ADONIS represents a network of modern medical centers whose architecture focuses on functionality, technological advancement, and compliance with European standards. The opening of new branches, particularly the premium-class maternity hospital on the left bank of Kyiv, demonstrates the brand’s evolution toward creating spaces of enhanced comfort that meet the highest patient demands.

Construction Achievements: A key feature is the emphasis on using advanced medical and engineering equipment from the USA and Germany. This establishes high design requirements from the initial stage: buildings must have appropriate infrastructure to accommodate complex life support systems, ventilation, air conditioning, and medical gas supply.

Interior Design: The clinic implements the “ALL-INCLUSIVE” concept and family-type maternity hospital, which is reflected in interior design. New “Standard Plus” category rooms are designed as “bright and cozy spaces,” equipped with everything necessary for comfortable joint stay of mother, child, and partner, including a comfortable fold-out sofa. ADONIS design is a vivid example of “healing architecture” in action, where thoughtful patient comfort (individual rooms, ergonomic furniture, pleasant color scheme) becomes an integral part of the treatment process, contributing to psychological relief and faster physical recovery.

Conceptual Design from “Mehbud” for ADONIS:

For modern ADONIS clinic facades, which should look technological and clean, “Mehbud” cassette facades are ideal. They allow creating a smooth, minimalist surface that is easy to wash and disinfect, which is critically important for medical facilities. Interior spaces, particularly lobbies, corridors, and waiting areas, can be equipped with “Mehbud” cassette ceilings. Such ceilings provide easy access to hidden communications (ventilation, electrical), have excellent acoustic properties, and meet the highest hygienic requirements, supporting environmental sterility.

#3 — ISIDA (Kyiv)

Architectural Profile: ISIDA is one of the pioneers of private obstetrics in Ukraine, and its main building at Václav Havel Boulevard, 65, has become a model for many subsequent projects. The building’s architecture is an example of a classic multi-profile medical center where priority is given to rational zoning and efficient logistics of patient and medical flows. The complex’s total area, exceeding 10,000 m², allows all necessary departments to be housed under one roof.

Construction Achievements: The key achievement is obtaining international QHA Trent (UK) accreditation, which was the first such precedent for a Ukrainian clinic. This certification confirms that not only medical processes but also the building itself, its engineering systems, fire safety, and infrastructure meet strict international standards.

Interior Design: The clinic pays significant attention to patient comfort, confirmed by regular updates to the ward facilities. The design of new “Standard Plus” rooms aims to create “particularly favorable” conditions for postpartum recovery. Interiors are executed in calm, light tones, using high-quality and pleasant-to-touch materials, creating a sense of comfort and safety.

Conceptual Design from “Mehbud” for ISIDA:

For updating interiors and improving acoustic comfort in waiting areas, lobbies, and long corridors of ISIDA clinic, the optimal solution is cube-shaped or slatted ceilings from “Mehbud”. They not only have a modern and aesthetic appearance but also effectively absorb sound, creating a calm and quiet atmosphere, which is an important element of “healing architecture.” Thanks to the possibility of painting in any RAL catalog color, ceiling systems can be perfectly integrated into the existing corporate style of the clinic, supporting visual brand integrity.

#4 — Genesis Dnepr (Dnipro)

Architectural Profile: This maternity hospital is the most vivid and uncompromising embodiment of the “Hospitality-Healthcare” concept in Ukraine. The architectural idea is completely subordinated to creating an atmosphere of “luxury of a five-star hotel with homey comfort.” Planning solutions are directed toward ensuring maximum privacy and exclusivity: only two luxury rooms are located on each floor, each with its own delivery room.

Construction Achievements: The project consciously abandons maximum throughput in favor of exceptional comfort. This requires the use of premium-class construction and finishing materials capable of realizing “exquisite interiors” and providing high-level sound insulation between rooms.

Interior Design: Interior design completely borrows elements from premium hotels and SPA centers. Spacious rooms with orthopedic mattresses and pillow selection options, individual delivery rooms, possibility of water birth according to Michel Odent’s method — all this creates a unique experience far from standard hospital concepts.

Conceptual Design from “Mehbud” for Genesis Dnepr:

To emphasize premium status and ensure the highest level of privacy, the Genesis Dnepr clinic territory should be fenced with “Blinds Exclusive” fence from “Mehbud”. Its unique slat construction provides complete opacity from outside while maintaining natural air circulation. Execution in rich, deep colors, for example, graphite (RAL 7024) or black (RAL 9005), will add solidity to the exterior and perfectly harmonize with the luxurious “hotel” concept of the institution.

#5 — “Manufacture” Clinic (Khodosivka village, Kyiv region)

Architectural Profile: The clinic’s uniqueness lies in its integration into the unified architectural ensemble of the “Manufacture” outlet town, executed in the style of Northern European cities. This required architects not only to create a functional medical facility but also to harmoniously fit it into the existing context. The design of public areas, developed by the renowned studio of Vlad Goldakovsky (ADC Group), aimed to “break the stereotype of clinic interior,” turning it into a stylish and cozy space.

Construction Achievements: As a multi-profile center combining maternity ward, oncology center, surgery, and diagnostics, “Manufacture” is a complex engineering and planning object. Construction required careful separation of patient flows from different departments, as well as creating infrastructure to house high-tech equipment, particularly a modern linear accelerator.

Interior Design: Clinic interiors consciously avoid standard “hospital” solutions. The use of antique decorative items, designer furniture, non-standard color schemes, and lighting creates an atmosphere more reminiscent of a boutique hotel or art gallery than a medical facility. This helps reduce patient stress levels and creates a psychologically comfortable environment.

Conceptual Design from “Mehbud” for “Manufacture”:

Clinic facades, being part of a unified architectural ensemble, can be clad with “Mehbud” panel systems with Printech polymer coating imitating classic brickwork or natural stone. Such a solution will preserve stylistic unity with the outlet town while providing all advantages of a modern ventilated facade: durability, energy efficiency, improved sound insulation, and ease of maintenance.

#6 — Medicover (Lviv)

Architectural Profile: The Medicover new maternity hospital project in Lviv, developed by “Ukrdesigngroup” (UDG), is an example of a modern European approach to medical architecture. The project involves constructing a building up to 25 meters high with a very low site development percentage of only 22%. This allows creating a large park zone around the clinic, which is a key element of “healing architecture.”

Construction Achievements: Planned investments in the project exceeding 20 million euros demonstrate high requirements for construction work quality, materials, and engineering systems. Functionally, the complex is designed to serve up to 1,000 births per year and will include 3 delivery rooms, 2 modern operating rooms, a 29-bed department, and ultra-modern neonatal intensive care.

Insight: The Medicover project demonstrates a comprehensive approach to territory development, where building architecture is inseparably connected with landscape design and creating a comfortable urban environment. This is not just clinic construction but the formation of a holistic healing space.

Conceptual Design from “Mehbud” for Medicover:

Considering the significant landscaping area and park zone, it’s important to ensure visual lightness and fence permeability. “Horizont” fence from “Mehbud”, consisting of thin horizontal slats, creates a sense of openness and doesn’t obstruct visual connection with nature, while clearly defining the clinic’s private territory. Using light colors (for example, white or light gray) will enhance the effect of lightness and modernity.

#7 — “Oberig” Universal Clinic (Kyiv)

Architectural Profile: The new “Oberig” clinic building is a unique project for Ukraine, as it was developed by the leading Spanish architectural studio Vitaller, which specializes exclusively in hospital design. This ensured the attraction of advanced international experience and cutting-edge approaches to planning medical spaces focused on process efficiency and patient comfort.

Construction Achievements: Total project investment amounted to 1 billion hryvnias. The new building is positioned as the first energy-efficient hospital in Kyiv, demonstrating the application of advanced construction technologies, materials, and engineering solutions aimed at sustainable development and minimizing operating costs. The building has underground parking for 175 spaces, which is an important comfort element for visitors in dense urban development.

Interior Design: The design is based on the concept of “Walls that Heal.” For its implementation, specialized materials were used, such as Vogl acoustic designer panels for ceilings and high-quality Forbo flooring. Such choices demonstrate deep attention to creating a comfortable acoustic and tactile environment that helps reduce stress and improve patient well-being.

Conceptual Design from “Mehbud” for “Oberig”:

The innovative building facade, striving for maximum energy efficiency, can be improved with “Mehbud” ventilated facade systems. They create an additional thermal insulation layer, significantly reducing heating costs in winter and air conditioning in summer. For the entrance canopy, as shown in the clinic’s video presentation, “Mehbud” slatted facade is ideal. It allows creating light, modern, and durable structures that protect from precipitation and sun, harmoniously complementing the main architectural volume of the building.

#8 — Maternity Hospital #1 (Odesa)

Architectural Profile: This institution is a vivid example of successful renovation and modernization of a municipal maternity hospital that can compete with many private clinics in terms of comfort and equipment. Architectural solutions during renovation were aimed at creating a modern, clean, and functional space.

Construction Achievements: Capital repair and complete re-equipment with modern medical equipment were carried out. The highest accreditation category from the Ministry of Health of Ukraine confirms the institution’s compliance with high standards of medical care quality and safety.

Interior Design: A key element of modernization was patient-oriented approach. Individual delivery rooms were created in the maternity hospital. Patients are offered single rooms of enhanced comfort equipped with individual bathroom with shower, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and everything necessary for comfortable stay of mother and child. This is a direct response to modern requirements for privacy and comfort.

Table 2: Compliance of “Mehbud” Products with Requirements for Modern Medical Facilities

Detailed Analysis: Flagship Projects (Case Studies)

Case 1: “Leleka” — Architecture in Harmony with Nature

The “Leleka” maternity hospital project is an exemplary example of how location can and should dictate architectural solutions. The location in the Pusha-Vodytsia recreational zone didn’t just become a beautiful backdrop but was integrated into the very essence of the project. Architects consciously worked on creating maximum visual contact between patients and the forest area. This is realized through large glazed areas, ward orientation toward the forest, and organization of spacious terraces. This approach is a direct implementation of biophilic design principles, which prove that nature contemplation reduces blood pressure, decreases cortisol levels (stress hormone), and improves emotional state.

The choice of construction and finishing materials reinforces this concept. Using natural linoleum and rubber coverings instead of standard medical vinyl is a conscious step toward creating a tactilely and environmentally comfortable environment. This not only corresponds to global sustainable construction trends but also creates a “homey” atmosphere, which is key to the “House of Happiness” philosophy. Thus, “Leleka” demonstrates how architecture can become an integral part of medical service, creating an environment that actively contributes to mother and child well-being.

Case 2: Genesis Dnepr — Medicine in “Luxury” Format

Genesis clinic in Dnipro is the brightest representative of the “hospitalization” trend in Ukraine. The project completely abandons traditional hospital space concepts, borrowing architectural and design techniques from the luxury industry. Planning solutions where only two rooms are located on each floor, each having its own delivery room, provide an unprecedented level of privacy and individual approach.

Interior design is the main tool for implementing this concept. “Exquisite interiors,” use of expensive finishing materials, designer furniture, orthopedic mattresses, and even pillow selection options — everything is aimed at creating an experience that patients associate with staying at a premium hotel rather than treatment. This is a strategic decision that allows the clinic to attract the most demanding client segment, for whom emotional comfort and service level are no less important than the medical component. Genesis Dnepr demonstrates how architecture and design can become a key element of a medical facility’s business model, transforming it into a “luxury” class product.

Conclusion: The Future of Medical Facility Design in Ukraine: Synthesis of Technology and Care

The conducted analysis of leading private maternity hospitals in Ukraine clearly outlines the development vector of modern medical architecture. There is an irreversible departure from a purely utilitarian design approach in favor of creating comprehensive, human-centered spaces. Key trends that will determine the appearance of new clinics in coming years are deep integration of hospitality industry principles, priority of the “Healing Architecture” concept, and growing demand for privacy, comfort, and experience personalization.

Implementing these complex, multifaceted tasks is impossible without applying modern construction materials and technologies. They allow architects and developers to solve the fundamental dichotomy of modern medical facilities: how to combine absolute sterility and hygiene with the feeling of homey comfort and warmth.

In this context, “Mehbud” factory products serve not just as a set of individual construction components but as a comprehensive solution system. Ventilated facades imitating natural textures allow creating aesthetically attractive and energy-efficient buildings. Metal ceiling systems (cassette, slatted, grille) provide hygiene, acoustic comfort, and easy access to engineering networks. Reliable and stylish fencing forms safe and private space. Together, these solutions enable creating new generation medical facilities — safe, efficient, durable, and most importantly, truly healing.

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