Space Solutions
Meeting the Needs of Patient Care
The design of any healthcare space should go beyond aesthetics and tap into the systems that keep the facility running efficiently and effectively. This requires products and solutions built with highly specialized healing environments in mind. Adaptability, cleanability, and comfort are just a few of the important requirements of today’s healthcare spaces.
Welcoming and Warm
Historically, healthcare design has focused on the patient. Future space considerations should extend to include family members and caregivers, which are important to the patient’s overall care and recovery. Furniture considerations include comfort necessary for long-term stays, and mobility for caregiver needs.
Incorporating various tables, seating, and communication tools enables dynamic patient rooms that flex to meet different types of needs.
Featured Manufacturer: Global
A Sense of Security
In the increasingly competitive world of healthcare where patients have more autonomy in their choice of care, facility designers are taking their cues from other service-minded industries like hospitality. Putting more emphasis on creating a positive experience, appealing to patients as their first choice and doing whatever they can to earn the loyalty of their patients, is often front-of-mind when it comes to design. Using certain residential elements throughout the facility will create a unique environment that feels friendly and welcoming instead of clinical.
Featured Manufacturers: Lesro, Magnuson Group
Attention to Detail
A healthcare space that radiates a welcoming and hospitable environment can reinforce that facility’s commitment to care. The reception and waiting areas, in particular, can make that impactful first impression and can do a great deal to calm any understandable stress and anxiety the patient may feel.
One strong design trend in healthcare is to bring the calming effects of the outdoors inside, integrating biophilic elements. Healthcare patients in particular have been shown to have substantial wellness benefits from exposure to natural elements.
Featured Manufacturers: Magnuson Group, KFI Studios
Other Bright Ideas
Complete the space with thoughtful design details
Artwork
Artwork helps create a comforting atmosphere that inspires healing and recovery.
Planters
Green walls and plants increase human connectivity with the natural world.
Air Purification
Professional-grade air purifiers eliminate the spread of germs and viruses.
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