in the form of an ark, and has a "nautical theme" appropriate to the seafront location. The exterior has curved corners and is clad in white precast concrete, intended to evoke the painted stucco which is closely associated with Brighton's seafront Regency architecture. The fenestration is irregular: many windows are at a low level to improve visibility for children. The building has a naturally lit central atrium. Patron Since 1954, the hospital's patron has been Princess Alexandra, The Honourable Lady Ogilvy (styled Princess Alexandra of Kent until 1963). See also Healthcare in Sussex List of hospitals in England Notes References Bibliography External links Information on hospital on NHS website. BSUH Royal Alexandra Hospital NHS hospitals in England Hospital buildings completed in 1881 Hospital buildings completed in 2007 Buildings and structures in Brighton and Hove Hospitals in East Sussex Children's hospitals in the United Kingdom 1868 establishments in England