Architecture

PLANNING
How three health care facilities developed their master plans to adapt to changing patient needs.
ARCHITECTURE
Recent study published in the HERD Journal demonstrates how OR layout can contribute to reduced surgery duration.
INTERVIEW
Kristina Krail, president of the Nursing Institute for Healthcare Design, recounts her diverse career from caregiving roles through health care leadership consulting.
DESIGN DISCOVERIES
Three studies examine how patients interact with different wayfinding patterns and the visual cues that best help with orientation .
FROM THE CENTER
The Center for Health Design is offering readers a discount to attend its Design for Aging workshop Jan. 23, 2025.
ARCHITECTURE
Pediatric hospital enhances wayfinding and inclusivity with graphical elements.
DESIGN
How auditory sleep interventions and advanced acoustic therapy programs can benefit older patients.
HEARD FROM HERD
Developing research-informed design concepts requires a little investigation .
DESIGN DISCOVERIES
Three studies show different strategies for planning health care spaces.
ARCHITECTURE
Philadelphia hospital caters to patients with carefully chosen wayfinding elements, finishes and 'just plain good design'.