In a pivotal moment for the recovery of Ukraine's healthcare infrastructure, Sunflower Network has officially opened a new pediatric facility in Brody, Ukraine.
Bringing rapid healthcare solutions to vulnerable communities.
The ongoing war in Ukraine has exacerbated critical weaknesses in the country’s healthcare system, leaving millions of civilians without access to essential medical services. In response, Sunflower Network, in partnership with Ukraine's Ministry of Health and a global consortium of visionary healthcare leaders, is spearheading a transformative initiative to build a network of template-based hospitals leveraging local experience, global expertise, and an innovative use of modular construction.
As a proof of concept, we have constructed a pediatric modular hospital in a secure region of Western Ukraine.
Quick Facts
This effort was a collaboration among Sunflower Network, Pelli Clarke & Partners, CannonDesign, Northwell Health, and local Ukrainian and Polish teams, demonstrating the power of international cooperation.
The hospital is designed to elevate the nation’s healthcare to World Health Organization (WHO) and European Union (EU) benchmarks and lay the foundation for the reconstruction of Ukraine’s nationwide healthcare infrastructure.
The template-based design consists of modular components that are easily replicable, enabling the construction of similar hospitals anywhere in the country without the need for custom design and construction at each site.
Using a modular and prefabricated approach, a substantial portion of the hospital was constructed off-site, expediting the construction timeline by up to 50% and reducing the reliance on a highly specialized local workforce.
The design places profound emphasis on trauma-informed design, creating an environment that restores hope and empowers Ukrainians on their journey toward recovery while being mindful of the traumatic conflict and events of the last few years.
The facility was opened on May 24, 2026.
“Project Horizon promises significant benefits for our people, city, region, and nation. It represents a beacon of innovation amidst wartime destruction.”
Mayor Anatoly Belei of Brody, Ukraine