Sweden's leadership in sustainable design is often reflected in its healthcare design, according to a blog on the Healthcare Design website
Sweden's leadership in sustainable design is often reflected in its healthcare design, according to a blog on the Healthcare Design website. Mike Apple, of HDR Architecture Inc., wrote that Scandinavian hospitals are likely to have courtyards, skylights and relatively narrow floor plates. It’s common for operating rooms to have exterior windows and for ICU rooms to have operable windows, he said.
Designers who can incorporate distractions into pediatric healthcare facilities can help children and families successfully navigate healthcare journeys.
Poor IAQ can be deadly in healthcare facilities, so maintaining proper air conditioning and filter systems is key in controlling the spread of infection.