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🫶 What are some of the key items we need to consider when designing sensitive spaces, and where can we look for real-world examples? Medical Architecture has started construction on a Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit in Dorset, England. They're focusing on aspects such as biophilia and sensitive design to foster better wellbeing and a serene environment 😌 But, it's no small task. There's a lot to consider, like including clear sight lines to manage risk while creating an environment that still feels relaxed and comfortable for residents. 👀 So, what is Medical Architecture during to create both a secure and serene space for their new site in Dorset? Find out via the link in the comments 👇 #HealthcareDesign #SensitiveDesign #Biophilia #MentalHealth #DesignForWellbeing

*Designing wellbeing: how better architectural approaches to hospital buildings can help patient recovery* The links between environment, mental health and physical health are now well-established. Yet traditional hospital buildings are designed with virtually no reference to the mental wellbeing of their patients. Too often they are functional, forbidding and detached from the natural world. It is commonplace for people to say they feel ‘depressed’ by the thought of hospitals and their associated images of windowless waiting rooms and long artificially-lit corridors. But why should it be this way? https://lnkd.in/gXWgMmmQ #WorldMentalHealthDay #mentalhealth #wellbeing #healthcaredesign #architecture #MakeRoomForNature Maggie's Centres Maggies Newcastle Alder Hey Children's Hospital

📘 Innovating Elderly Care: Unveiling Our Groundbreaking Project We are pleased to announce the completion of our three-year research project "The architecture of residential social services for seniors focused on the ergonomics of provided care". This initiative, a collaboration with Delpsys and APSS, was designed to revolutionize the way we build and renovate homes for the elderly. Our journey began with a simple yet profound goal: to increase the satisfaction of both clients and staff in residential social services. Our multidisciplinary team of social service professionals, psychologists, designers, and architects developed a unique textbook. This guide provides a comprehensive tool for evaluating the ergonomics of existing or planned buildings to ensure that they meet the nuanced needs of elder care. It is not just a book; it is a repository of recommendations and insights for designing spaces that promote individual care, psychological well-being, and active leisure for the elderly. The textbook, the culmination of extensive research and field studies, is now being launched and will be available soon. It is a testament to our commitment to improving the lives of older people and those who care for them. ➡️ The project "The architecture of residential social services for seniors focused on the ergonomics of provided care" (reg. no. TL05000226) was co-financed from the state budget by the Technology agency of the Czech Republic under the ÉTA Program. #ElderlyCareInnovation #ArchitecturalDesign #HealthcareRevolution

NEWS: Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Builds Morgan Center for Research & Innovation -- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia is constructing the $480 million Morgan Center for Research & Innovation on its Schuylkill River waterfront campus. Situated next to the existing Roberts Center for Pediatric Research, the 350,000-sf tower will provide state-of-the-art labs and core facilities where investigators and clinicians from different disciplines can engage in collaborative discovery. CannonDesign’s architectural vision for the 17-story building strategically collocates wet and dry environments to accelerate the creation of innovative new therapies. The dynamic and flexible structure will provide 257,630 sf of lab space, 33,000 sf of office space, and 6,500 sf of ground-level retail. The second story will accommodate conference rooms, collaboration spaces, and a lecture hall. Opening onto a variety of outdoor areas with pedestrian paths, the biophilic development will encourage circulation through public green spaces. Gilbane Building Company, Pride Enterprises, and McKissack & McKissack are jointly delivering the sustainable facility, which is aiming for LEED Silver certification. Ground was broken in October of 2022 and occupancy is expected in 2025. https://lnkd.in/eeJBtcNQ #ResearchAndDevelopment #Healthcare #Biomedical #InterdisciplinaryResearch #Collaboration #EnergyUseReduction #Sustainability

We are proud to spotlight our journey in transforming healthcare in rural communities through the design and renovation of Critical Access Hospitals. With projects spanning from Cedar City Hospital in Utah to Bridgton Hospital in Maine, our commitment to enhancing healthcare accessibility and quality is unwavering. As Utah's top healthcare engineers, we understand that every element of a hospital's design impacts patient care. In rural settings, where resources are often limited, efficient MEP systems ensure reliability, sustainability, and the adaptability needed to meet the unique challenges these communities face. Additionally, we design with climate resilience and healthy indoor environments at the forefront. Project Highlights: 𝐂𝐞𝐝𝐚𝐫 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥, 𝐔𝐓: A testament to our full-service capabilities, from original design to continuous renovation. 𝐌𝐨𝐚𝐛 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫, 𝐔𝐓 & 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐭 𝐕𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥, 𝐍𝐕: Showcasing our expertise in both the inception and evolution of healthcare facilities. 𝐌𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐲 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫, 𝐂𝐎 & 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫, 𝐔𝐓: Original designs that set the standard for rural healthcare excellence. 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 & 𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐬: From Sanpete Valley to Garfield Memorial, our projects reflect a deep understanding of the need for flexible, future-proof healthcare spaces. Beyond hospitals, we've extended our passion for rural healthcare to clinics, ensuring comprehensive care reaches every corner of the community. Through collaboration, innovation, and dedication, we're not just designing buildings; we're building healthier futures. #RuralHealthcare #CriticalAccessHospitals #MEPDesign #HealthcareInnovation

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Designing for physical well-being🌿 While designing the first multispecialty hospital in an infrastructure-starved village, we strived to create a holistic healing environment that would make quality healthcare accessible to the locals while prioritizing the well-being of patients as well as the staff. Our design sought to channel natural light and air into the campus, reducing the risk of airborne infections in closed spaces: 1. In-patient and clinical spaces are oriented towards the north to receive glare-free natural light ☀ 2. The harsh south sun is cut off with deep, sloping overhangs 3. Continuous balconies are provided on the northern and southern edges of the building to channel winds inside 🍃 4. Air conditioning is limited to critical clinical spaces (20% of the total campus area), saving 50 watts of energy⚡per square meter, while also reducing the rate of transfer of infections Read more about the design at the link below: https://lnkd.in/d4vvcBNx #SJKArchitects #indianarchitects #healthcarearchitecture #wellbeing #architecture

My future of healthcare construction beliefs; I am excited to be part of the solution to one of America's most significant challenges: an aging population limping into retirement. At Richard Group, our integrated construction professionals are working alongside healthcare design experts to provide simple, dynamic solutions that expand the footprint of preventative care. #killthepill -This advancement and accuracy of wearables and home testing increases #healthspan and #lifespan, creating a happier and healthier world. We must prepare our buildings and structures for the next generation of 70, 80, and 90 year olds that is more mobile than ever before. - The future of healthcare design and construction is rapidly changing, and the pandemic has highlighted the need for innovative solutions to include connected wellness environments, increasing the ‘right’ human connectivity. Relationships are the greatest predictor of wholesome happy lives. We will build environments for storytelling and celebration. - Residential owners must plan for their own home adaptive reuse, providing essential medical utility and space for home care providers. Our parents and grandparents enjoy the comfort of their own home over outside care. We must build hardscape, landscape, and structure for the most purpose filled aging. - Community-based clinics will bring rapidly deployed docs and nurses to prefabricated environments, reducing the overall healthcare cost of mega hospitals through procedure typically performed in urban environments. At Richard, we are proud to be at the forefront of these changes in the healthcare industry. Join us as we work towards constructing a healthier America. #healthcaredesign #healthcareconstruction #healthcarefacilities #preventativehealth #healthcareinnovation #generalcontractor #healthcare

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Interesting read on 5 year per SF costs on 3 story hospital buildings: https://lnkd.in/e_Sx3KiG National average increased by 19.9 % from 2020 with New York leading the way at $575.76 per SF (a 16.5% increase). With these lofty spends (which only seem to increase), predictability for pricing, budgets and schedules is extremely important. Multi-trade, modular construction can greatly assist with predictability in pricing and planning, be it ceilings, walls, or other products. We at #DIRTT pride ourselves on being one of the best #multitrade #modular investments to accomplish this goal, helping all stake holders save time and increase #ROI on a project delivery. Thank you Steve Kennedy for sharing this article.