Every patient room has a view of the West Hospital roof which features a mixture of 65,000 native plants, according to an article on the Healthcare Design
Every patient room has a view of Cincinnati's West Hospital 2.5-acre living roof which features a mixture of 65,000 native plants, according to an article on the Healthcare Design. The driving principle in the facility's design was connecting it with the surrounding landscape with expansive windows, daylighting, and complementary color palettes, according to the article.
August 4, 2014
Topic Area: Energy Efficiency
Building Envelope Design: Beyond Energy EfficiencyAn integrated approach to envelope design can create more comfortable and energy-efficient hospitals.
Outpatient Surge Reshapes Long-Term Strategy for Medical Outpatient BuildingsDemographic tailwinds, policy uncertainty and shifting care models are pushing health systems to rethink how and where they invest in outpatient facilities.
Mercy Medical Center to Be Integrated into Baystate HealthUntil the transition is complete and receives all regulatory approvals, Mercy Medical Center and Baystate Health will continue to operate independently.
Managing IAQ in Healthcare Facilities During WildfiresWildfires are becoming more prevalent across the country. Facilities must be prepared to handle their effects on air quality.
Building Hospital Resilience in an Era of Extreme WeatherExpert Jennifer Mahan discusses the vulnerabilities healthcare facilities face during disasters and the infrastructure strategies that keep operations running.