PROPOSED PRIMARY HEALTHCARE, AGEGE, LAGOS: PREFABRICATED BUILDING MATERIALS, A SUSTAINABLE APPROACH.

Access to quality healthcare is fundamental to human well-being and community resilience, particularly in densely populated urban areas like Agege, Lagos. Primary Health Centers (PHCs) are critical public facilities that provide essential medical services, promote maternal and child care, and foster community trust. However, poor design, such as inadequate infection control or climatic adaptation, can undermine these goals, leading to reduced patronage and health risks. This research investigates the application of prefabricated architecture to design an efficient, safe, and sustainable PHC for Agege, serving residents of the community. Through a comprehensive analysis of existing healthcare facilities—both local and international the study identifies advantageous architectural features (e.g., rapid construction, zoned layouts) and addresses limitations. The proposed PHC design incorporates a “start of life” palm tree courtyard to reflect cultural values, modular container units for a 6-week construction timeline, and sustainable systems (e.g., solar panels, rainwater harvesting) to mitigate Agege’s climatic challenges. This work demonstrates that effective planning, informed by case studies and climatic analysis, ensures a safe, accessible, and culturally resonant healthcare facility that enhances community health outcomes and environmental sustainability.