Author: Marie Wikoff
Interior Designs With Health Care Workers in Mind
The Covid-19 pandemic has shined a light on the mental and physical stress that health care workers undergo daily. To help with this issue the UCI Medical Center in Irvine, California has created what they are calling Lavender Rooms. The highlights from the original article published in Healthcare Design Magazine are below. (source) Lavender Rooms […]
The Importance of Hometown Healthcare
Perhaps you’ve noticed several new healthcare facilities opening in your hometown. I can count five new ones just in my neighborhood. The reason why is because easy access to healthcare is ever more important. During the height of the Covid-19 pandemic, patients were being transferred farther away from their homes and loved ones due to […]
Lighting in Healthcare Design
Certain types of lighting in healthcare design can accomplish different things. In fact, lighting is one of the most important aspects of interior design. The light in a space defines much of what that space is. It sets the mood, highlights the importance of the space, and adds functionality. Using lighting properly in healthcare design […]
Today’s Top Healthcare Design Trends
When you enter into a hospital for treatment, chances are you are feeling anxious. Experiencing a poorly designed atmosphere, whether you realize it or not will have a detrimental effect on your overall patient experience and your response to treatment. On the other end of the spectrum, a well-built environment will set you on a […]
A Positive Atmosphere Makes Patients Less Anxious and Builds Trust
When it comes to medical facilities, quality of care isn’t the only consideration for patient experience. Well-designed, aesthetically pleasing facilities are essential to the equation. A well-built environment attracts top talent/caregivers and patients. This in turn builds trust. Interior design can play a key role in both the physical and emotional health of patients and staff. With urgent care […]
Renown Named #1 Hospital in NV by US News & World Report
We frequently feature Renown on the Wikoff Design Studio Blog. Renown Health is the region’s largest not-for-profit integrated healthcare network serving Nevada, Lake Tahoe and northeast California. With a diverse workforce of more than 7,000 employees, Renown has fostered a longstanding culture of excellence, determination and innovation. It’s no wonder they were named the #1 hospital […]
Healthcare Design Optimized for the VA’s PACT Model
Patient Aligned Care Team PACT is a new model of care that transforms the way Veterans receive healthcare. The PACT model is built on the well-known concept of patient-centered care. It involves each Veteran working with health team that plans and administers life-long health and wellness. Healthcare Design Magazine recently featured the new VA Clinic […]