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Patients, staff differ on design opinions
Architects measured feedback on a mock behavioral health patient room designed for a VA hospital.
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Interiors
Applying behavioral health design strategies to the ED environment
Providing a safe and therapeutic emergency department through material, equipment and design selection
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Design strategies for noise reduction
Interior designs to absorb hospital noise and improve the environment of care
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Designing for staff efficiency
Interior design strategies that help hospital staff to provide timely and high-quality care
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Hospitals take a fresh look on cafeteria design
Crisp, clean designs reflect health care's focus on healthful eating and wellness programs
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Designs to elevate health care's retail and dining spaces
Hospitals use design to turn these functional areas into minigetaways for patients and families
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Health care facilities go for high-end design in retail spaces
Aesthetically pleasing boutiques, spas and gift shops provide a welcome distraction in health facilities
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OPERATIONS
Clinic uses art, garden to help heal patients
The Healing Arts Program at the Carilion Clinic in Virginia helps to improve patients’ moods
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Hospitals use design to bring the great outdoors inside
Does your health care facility feature design elements inspired by nature?
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Creating sustainable and durable health care interiors
Health care designers look for 'win-win' interior products to achieve sustainability without sacrificing quality
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Designs for cancer care
A patient-focused approach for selecting materials and finishes. Read the related article "Interior designs for cancer care."
Interiors for senior living communities
As seniors age, their mobility, senses and preferences change. They have different challenges with everyday activities like eating and walking. They see, hear and smell things differently and may have strong opinions, especially about their surroundings. Here are designs that answer the challenges of an aging population. Read related article "Interiors for senior living communities."