PHOTO TOUR: Mount Sinai Guggenheim Emergency Department Rapid Medical Evaluation Unit

Elements of biophilic design are incorporated throughout the RME unit, including images of nature, natural wood finishes, and a soothing color palette. These design principles improve healing, reduce stressors, and improve cognitive function. The evidence-based design approach provides positive distraction for the caregivers and all other visitors to the space. Material selections were based on the ability to be non-supporting to bacterial growth while withstanding stringent disinfection protocols.