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Take 5 With CO Architects’ Fabian Kremkus
The team leader in the healthcare, interior design, civic, and cultural disciplines at CO Architects (Los Angeles) shares the top five trends and issues getting his attention right now, including using technology to move healthcare toward net zero.
5 Steps For Hospitals To Improve Energy Efficiency
A strategic approach to energy savings can balance healthcare facilities’ sustainability goals and operational realities.
4 Design Strategies For Treatment Spaces For Persons With Eating Disorders
Treatment spaces for persons with eating disorders require specialized strategies on layout, daylighting, and circulation.
Mass General Brigham Adopts Templated Clinic Design
The healthcare system’s new outpatient facility concept can flex to fit different community needs while improving the patient and staff experience.
What Is A Rural Emergency Hospital?
CMS’ new Rural Emergency Hospital designation is a step in the right direction to help stabilize rural healthcare, requiring a cost-effective design that supports operational efficiency.
Keeping Pace With Technology In Healthcare Design
The design sector needs to stay focused on patient and clinical needs while adapting to technology and science advancements impacting the healthcare landscape.
Technology Installation Provides Positive Distraction in Children’s Mercy Burn Clinic
A positive distraction installation at the redesigned Burn Clinic at Children’s Mercy Kansas City reduces anxiety in patients, families, and the staff who care for them.
Symphony Orthodontics, Virginia: Photo Tour
The 1,500-square-foot project uses evidence-based design strategies to deliver a calming and tranquil space.
Using Experiential Design To Improve The Patient Experience
Positive distractions that combine physical and digital elements can deliver a more dynamic, engaging experience within healthcare facilities.
CHOP’s New Hospital Creates Full Spectrum Of Care In King of Prussia, Pa.
With its second inpatient hospital in 170 years, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia brings together inpatient and outpatient care beyond the organization’s main campus.
More Research Can Help Demonstrate Value Of Evidence-based Design
It’s time to quantify the relationship between upfront investment in capital projects and long-term operational costs.
