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An Interactive Lobby Acts As a Welcome Distraction to Small Visitors
Montana Children’s isn’t just a healthcare facility, it is a place where children can feel at home, feel at ease, and feel cared for—in an environment that heals. The new hospital has many great features but today we want to highlight the lobby. Montana Children’s Hospital features an interactive lobby that acts as a welcome distraction for patients and families. […]
Ronald McDonald House Charities Northern Nevada’s Renovation
Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Northern Nevada keeps families close when it matters most: during their child’s illness, accident, or premature birth. Donors and volunteers provide the gift of togetherness, offering a home-away-from-home for families who need to be together during challenging times. Wikoff Design Studio (WDS) is donating time and services to help the […]
The Right Lighting Can Brighten A Patient’s Day
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 important, and adds functionality. Using lighting properly in healthcare design can be tricky, but if done right, can enhance a medical space significantly. Here are four […]
Maximizing Space in Healthcare Design
When designing a medical space, utilizing every square foot is essential for success. When a facility is going through a redesign or a medical practice is just starting out, every little detail of the design must be scrutinized to ensure it is using space efficiently. If healthcare designers do a good job medical practices can […]
Post COVID-19 Design Lessons
“Each day we watch in awe as doctors, nurses, and caregivers bravely take on the greatest public health challenge of our lifetime, putting their own health at risk to save countless lives. As parts of the country are reopening, we recognize that returning to normal will feel different.” James Albert, AIA, is a principal at Hord […]
Choosing The Right Doors for Hospital Design
Doors in the hospital setting are more important than you might think. They offer security, and privacy, and can incorporate germ-fighting properties in both the material, handles, and swing. Beyond that, doors are the gateway into the hospital and all of its areas. This means it will be the first experience and opportunity to make […]
When Good People Do Good Things For Families in Need…
The Hogs House is what happens when good people do good things for families in need. The Hogs House is the new family center providing a safe refuge for the entire family while children undergo brain cancer treatment at Children’s Hospital New Orleans. “By providing a place to stay for families who need it, when […]