Architecture - April 2013
Workshop addresses unique concerns in healthcare construction
The American Society for Healthcare Engineering (ASHE) is offering Healthcare Construction Certificate (HCC) workshops throughout the year at various locations nationwide.
4/25/2013
AIA webinar will discuss hybrid operating room designs
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) will offer a one-hour webinar titled "Healthcare Essentials: Hybrid OR - Integrated Planning" on May 7 at 2 p.m. Eastern.
4/25/2013
Harvard offers weeklong course on safety issues in laboratory design
The Harvard School of Public Health is offering a weeklong course on health and safety issues in laboratory design May 6-10 in Boston.
4/24/2013
Building envelopes are evolving to meet ever-stricter energy demands
New codes and standards, the net-zero movement and evolution in facade systems are driving improved building envelope performance, which is a significant way to reduce energy use — a common concern for healthcare facilities.
4/10/2013
ASHRAE publishes second edition to HVAC manual for healthcare facilities
American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) has published a second edition of its "HVAC Design Manual for Hospitals and Clinics."
4/9/2013
Center for Health Design offers series of design trend workshops
The Center for Health Design is offering a series of four workshops on strategic design trends in healthcare.
4/4/2013
Open, indoor water features could be prohibited in new healthcare facilities
Open, indoor water features could be prohibited in new healthcare facilities due to risks associated with waterborne pathogens.
4/2/2013