A Health Center Reimagined

UW Health, a health system integrated with the University of Wisconsin, serves over 700,000 patients every year across the Midwest. To expand medical care and enhance patient experience, UW Health added a 469,000 sq ft, seven-story ambulatory medical center to their east campus, housing a variety of specialty care services, including women’s complex care, adult cancer care, advanced imagery and clinical trials. Accompanying the large medical center is a five-level, 846-stall total precast parking garage with spaces for electric cars.

The facility is equipped with the largest photovoltaic array in Wisconsin and is expected to generate enough solar power for 30% of the campus’s energy needs.

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2025 ENR Midwest Best Project Award: Best Healthcare Project

Year
2024
Size
469,000 sq ft
Building Systems
Architectural, Structural
Design Features
Acid Etch, Architectural Features, Complex Shapes

When UW Health needed a partner for their new parking garage, they chose Wells — drawn by the promise of a fast construction schedule, exceptional quality finishes, and a competitive price. That trust was well placed.
To create a seamless campus aesthetic, Wells crafted prefabricated architectural cladding for the medical center’s exterior, carefully matching the finishes of the total precast parking garage. The result is a unified, refined look across the entire campus, brought to life through a combination of pigmented off-white acid-etched cement and modern projected architectural elements that speak to Wells’ commitment to high-quality design.

The project demanded a level of precision that pushed the boundaries of conventional construction. Highly complex precast pieces required CNC machining to accurately build the casting forms, ensuring every element met exacting standards. Designing and segmenting components around the building’s window systems required careful engineering, balancing architectural intent with the structural integrity needed for long-term performance.

Today, the UW Health Eastpark Medical Center is a landmark visible from the freeway — a testament to what’s possible when craftsmanship, innovation, and community purpose come together. More than a striking facade, it’s a state-of-the-art facility serving families across the Midwest, and a project Wells is truly proud to call its own.

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