Interior Design - July 2018
Flooring adds to welcoming atmosphere at healthcare facility for homeless
The complexities of medical center waste create issues for facility managers
7/27/2018
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Three ways waiting room design can transform the patient experience
Facility professionals today can focus on some key areas to improve the waiting room for patients and their families, and in turn help transform the overall patient experience.
7/25/2018
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Ergonomic flooring installation ideal remedy for UW Health new neuro intensive care unit
Health system addresses noise, fall risk with upgrade
7/24/2018
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Smart purchasing to improve air quality
Being aware of non-PVC options should be a priority for planners and purchasers as they design and gather equipment and supplies for projects
7/23/2018
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Design trends transform behavioral healthcare
Circadian lighting, calming materials are used to improve patient experience
7/20/2018
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Patient experience informing hospital design trends
Features like motorized shades and acoustic panels cater to patient comfort
7/19/2018
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Be smart about the surfaces in healthcare
Smooth surfaces restrict cracks and crevices and help prevent the spread of harmful bacteria through cross contamination
7/17/2018
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Chattanooga hospital brings playground inside
Erlanger Children's Hospital Outpatient Center installs trucks for children to explore
7/16/2018
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Flooring can solve acoustic challenges in senior living
Patients being pushed on wheelchairs, linen and food carts and refuse containers can create noise pollution
7/13/2018
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Mosaics for morale: Colorful murals designed to brighten healthcare facilities
Mosaics can differentiate a healthcare space and its unique characteristics from competing hospitals, while bringing a positive energy to traditionally stressful environments
7/12/2018
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Interior strategies for sustainable healthcare facilities
Facility managers should consider toxicity of materials and cleaning agents in interiors product selection
7/10/2018
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