Architectural Planning

ASHE TOOLS
Dividing spaces into subcategories can help to make the master planning process more manageable.
ADVOCACY ADVISER
Practical tips and resources to help ensure compliance with the myriad codes and standards governing health facilities .
STUDYING SPACES
Three principles health care planners can use when reexamining the types and amount of space needed to serve patients .
DESIGN DISCOVERIES
Three studies that show how design can help to achieve economic, environmental and societal/person-centered goals.
DESIGN
How design is helping to address health access deficiencies among patients in indigenous and sovereign jurisdictions.
ARCHITECTURE SHOWCASE
Penn State Health Children's Hospital provides space for growing patient population.
STUDYING SPACES
Moving toward collaboration, consolidation and customization in health care space planning.
PLANNING
Thinking of command centers as an 'intelligence center' could help to spur future innovation .
PLANNING
Integrating patient technology needs during planning and design stages will help improve health outcomes.
PLANNING
From mechanical rooms to stairwells, it's important to make note of all spaces when planning health care facilities.