Design Principles: A Commitment Toward Wellness

The concept that the built environment can have a positive impact to health outcomes is a generally accepted fact in today’s environments.

Research has proven that hospital and medical facility planning can support health initiatives as use functions continue to change and organizations consider how to anchor their services among the community. We are aware of the many challenges facing healthcare providers today, including reimbursement models that reward hospitals for value and outcomes over volume. The incorporation of proven evidenced-based design concepts can have a measurable effect of shortening hospital stays and improving patient outcomes, which directly affect the hospital’s bottom line.

We understand that healthcare facilities must be flexible, adaptable, and responsive to changing needs. There is not a one-size-fits-all approach. We design to accommodate function, flow, and operational efficiency, as well as from a wellness perspective that respects the patient, family, and caregivers.