To help us see the big picture of healthcare design in 2026, Healthcare Design magazine invited industry leaders to share their thoughts and insights for the new year.
Respondents shared a range of ideas—from addressing financial tightening, workforce shortages, shifting demographics, and economic uncertainty to smarter building strategies, more efficient care models, and technology tools to assist projects from start to finish.
This year’s industry predictions include healthcare provider executives and architecture and design experts. We’ve gathered their insights together in one place, so take a look—and tell us what you think will happen in 2026.
2026 Healthcare Design Insights
- Lauren Cole, system director of design strategy, Providence
- Ben Huffman, healthcare advisory council co-chair and senior vice president – account manager, Skanska
- Kierstyn Feldlavy, associate, architect, and medical planner, SmithGroup
- Hank Adams, senior vice president, global director of healthcare, HDR
- Mary Frazier, principal, director of healthcare planning, EwingCole
- Jason Schroer, global sector director, community, executive vice president, HKS
- Jay Patel, associate in architecture, TVS Design
- Jennifer Storey, senior principal, health sector lead (U.S.),Stantec
- Randy Keiser, senior vice president, director of national healthcare, Turner Construction Company
- Renee Lawrence, architect and medical planner, Boulder Associates
- Sheila Cahnman, president, JumpGarden Consulting LLC
- Solvei Neiger, partner, ZGF Architects LLP
- Stephen Parker, architect and mental and behavioral health planner, Stantec
- Travis Tyson, principal, healthcare market leader, DesignGroup (posting Jan. 30)]
