Emerging Talent in Healthcare Design: Decarbonization Becomes a Priority

As healthcare organizations began discussing climate change nearly 20 years ago, discussions focused on how much energy hospitals, doctor’s offices, and clinics use. “Healthcare organizations have an incredible opportunity to reduce both their environmental footprint and operating cost associated with energy usage,” according to Kim Shinn, principal and sustainability wizard Continue Reading

Emerging Talent in Healthcare Design: 10 Innovative Artwork and Wayfinding Products

New Healthcare Artwork and Wayfinding Products From custom-painted murals and mosaics to acoustic art installations, vendors and manufacturers are unveiling an array of artwork and wayfinding products designed to support healthcare design environments. These recent launches were inspired by recognizing artwork as an essential component of healthcare facility design, serving Continue Reading

Rising Star in Healthcare Design: Is It Time for Healthcare to Bid Farewell to Waiting Rooms?

Consumer expectations across various industries have significantly shifted towards on-demand services, including healthcare. Patients now tend to avoid long wait times and complicated processes when seeking care from medical practitioners. More and more patients are opting for alternatives to the traditional hospital model, including virtual consultations, telemedicine, and mobile health Continue Reading

Emerging Talent in Healthcare Design: Disney-Themed Mosaics Bring Delight to the New AdventHealth Emergency Department

AdventHealth recently unveiled an emergency room at Flamingo Crossings Town Center nearby Walt Disney World Resort to serve patients throughout Central Florida as well as guests visiting Walt Disney World Resort. As part of their project, a healthcare organization collaborated with Pixar animators, architectural firm AOA (Winter Park), and mosaic Continue Reading

Healthcare Design’s Rising Star Showcase: Unveiling 16 New Building Products for Healthcare Facilities

New healthcare building products From wall systems, acoustic panels and soundproof drywall to door systems designed specifically to support healthcare design environments, vendors and manufacturers have introduced numerous building products designed specifically to support healthcare design environments. Above, take a look at a slideshow showcasing some of the newest building Continue Reading