Architecture - March 2018
Biophilic design becoming more common in healthcare facilities
'Biophilia,' refers to the urge to affiliate with other forms of life
3/26/2018
Psychiatric stabilization unit designed to maximize limited light
The Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Stabilization Unit's space was configured with only one exterior window to bring in natural daylight, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website.
3/9/2018
Center for Health Design launches behavioral and mental health toolbox
Resource included insights, case studies, research data, strategies and tools
3/6/2018
Designing for active senior patients
A healing environment that keeps seniors healthy during hospitalization incorporates spaces that give the patient a reason to get out of bed, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
3/2/2018
Calif. children’s hospital mixes technology, nature and playtime
Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford was designed to create a nurturing and healing environment
3/2/2018
Designing healthcare facilities to curb violence
If nothing else, EDs should be designed in such a way that security staff can cordon off the entrance and access to the rest of the facility
3/1/2018
