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Inside UCI Health – Irvine’s All-electric Acute Care Hospital
Owner UCI Health, University of California, Irvine combined all-electric systems, biophilic design, and AI-driven surgical planning to open one of the most sustainable acute care hospitals in the country.
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HCD Interior Design Competition: Frist Health Center At Princeton University In Princeton, New Jersey
WRNS Studio blends old and new interiors at Princeton University to deliver a cohesive, inviting student health center, taking home the top award in the 2026 Interior Design Competition.
Projects May 5St. Louis Children’s Hospital Unveils New Child Life Zone In Missouri
The project more than doubles the hospital’s play spaces and features a maker space, gaming hub, sensory room, and spa.
News May 5HCD’s 2026 A/E/C Survey Illuminates Industry’s Challenges, Opportunities
The 2026 survey edition reveals a sector navigating shifting priorities, smaller projects, and growing demand for accessible care amid persistent financial headwinds,
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