Author: Lindsey Rowles
Healthcare’s Water Conservation Efforts Have Ripple Effect
Water conservation is on everyone’s mind these days as water prices climb, regulations change and weather patterns are becoming less predictable. California and Nevada suffered one of the worst droughts in history while other parts of the US are suffering from horrendous out-of-season floods. The following article is a re-post written by Anne DiNardo, Senior Editor […]
Lighting Design – The Truth About the Effects of Lighting on Productivity
The best experiences are the ones that we remember as everything coming together as expected with more. As a designer, it’s our job to create an outstanding experience for all. In healthcare design, you can imagine the dilemma. A visit to the hospital is never going to be remembered as a good experience but as […]
Understanding Evidence-Based Design and 5 Examples of Its Value
Evidence-based design (EBD) has become one of the fastest growing trends in healthcare development and design. Why? Because it incorporates design techniques that add tremendous value to the outcome of the patients, their experience, the hospital staff, and the hospital administration’s bottom line. What is Evidence-based Design or EBD? Evidence-based design or EBD, is a field […]
Doctor’s Chaotic Back Office Makeover
Everyone loves a good makeover story. The image shown here is of an actual back office belonging to one of the most sought-after specialty doctors in the US. The reality is that when a doctor is that busy, his/her back office is bound to be chaotic. While many patients complain of back pain, imagine what kind of pain […]
A Guide to Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design – LEED
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) is one of the most popular green building certification programs used worldwide and it’s becoming more and more popular for all the right reasons. You may have notice LEED Certification plaques hanging proudly in the hotels, airports, office buildings and hospitals that you’ve recently visited. If so, rest […]
Five Need-to-Know Trends Shaping Healthcare Design
The following summarizes the five need-to-know trends that are shaping healthcare design. The full article was written by Karen Edmundson and was published on HealthcareDesignMagazine.com. As healthcare facilities today strive to create more responsive and needs-specific environments, innovative furniture and design techniques can play a transformative role. Facilities are finding that by converting traditionally stark, clinical […]
There Are Just Some Days When Everyone Wants to Be Outside
There are some days when everyone wants to be outside. And who can blame them? Controlled studies confirm that contact with the natural environment can alleviate stress, relax blood pressure, and even reduce the need for pain medication. The Design Dilemma As a healthcare designer, you know that most patients wont be able to frequent […]