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A resource of basic information and vendor contacts for planning, designing, and furnishing physical environments in healthcare settings, based on the healthcare design certificate program at New York State University, for architects, designers, and planners new to the field. Covers stages of the design process, describes product options such as carpet and lighting, and discusses trends including green design and the therapeutic effects of landscape architecture. Includes b&w and color photos. -- Copyright © 1999 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR All rights reserved
Book Description
Comprehensive coverage of healthcare design fundamentals—from the field's top professionals
Healthcare Design examines all of the basic elements necessary to create physical environments that enhance the quality of healthcare delivery. Written by practicing professionals, educators, and other experts in the field, this book is an essential cornerstone for anyone building a career in healthcare design.
Combining important concepts with practical guidance, this definitive resource: Covers planning, designing, and furnishing of cost-effective, efficient facilities that serve patient needs Contains product specification information for a range of design components—from floorcoverings and ceilings to furniture, lighting, textiles, and more Addresses current topics such as wayfinding, green design, healing art, and therapeutic effects of landscape architecture Features a wide selection of photographs, including an eight page full-color insert
As massive changes in healthcare financing and delivery sweep the industry, the question of how to create facilities that address market considerations, satisfy government regulations, and accommodate patient needs is setting the agenda for today's healthcare design professionals.
Healthcare Design is the first comprehensive source of the basic information and resources necessary to plan, design, and furnish efficient physical environments that facilitate quality healthcare delivery. Written for architects, designers, and planners who are new to this growing field, the book presents key contributions from leading experts within an overall framework based on the healthcare design certificate program offered by New York University.
Practical ideas are provided for every stage of the design process—from site visits and programming to design implementation and evaluation. You'll also find extensive product guidance and coverage of new trends such as green design and therapeutic effects of landscape architecture. The photographs that accompany the text—many in color—vividly illustrate the design concepts while showcasing the work of some of the best professionals in the business.
Well-organized and clearly written, Healthcare Design is a valuable reference for anyone taking on the exciting design challenges in healthcare today.
Book Info
First comprehensive source of the basic information and resources necessary to plan, design, and furnish efficient physical environments that facilitate quality healthcare delivery. DLC: Health facilities.
The publisher, John Wiley & Sons
This book covers fundamental issues in healthcare design. It covers basic information and resources necessary to plan, design, and furnish efficient physical environments that facilitate quality healthcare delivery. It contains product specification information for a range of design components--from floor coverings and ceilings to furniture, lighting, textiles, and more. Features a eight-page color insert of outstanding interior and exterior healthcare facilities.
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Comprehensive coverage of healthcare design fundamentals—from the field's top professionals
Healthcare Design examines all of the basic elements necessary to create physical environments that enhance the quality of healthcare delivery. Written by practicing professionals, educators, and other experts in the field, this book is an essential cornerstone for anyone building a career in healthcare design.
Combining important concepts with practical guidance, this definitive resource: Covers planning, designing, and furnishing of cost-effective, efficient facilities that serve patient needs Contains product specification information for a range of design components—from floorcoverings and ceilings to furniture, lighting, textiles, and more Addresses current topics such as wayfinding, green design, healing art, and therapeutic effects of landscape architecture Features a wide selection of photographs, including an eight page full-color insert
As massive changes in healthcare financing and delivery sweep the industry, the question of how to create facilities that address market considerations, satisfy government regulations, and accommodate patient needs is setting the agenda for today's healthcare design professionals.
Healthcare Design is the first comprehensive source of the basic information and resources necessary to plan, design, and furnish efficient physical environments that facilitate quality healthcare delivery. Written for architects, designers, and planners who are new to this growing field, the book presents key contributions from leading experts within an overall framework based on the healthcare design certificate program offered by New York University.
Practical ideas are provided for every stage of the design process—from site visits and programming to design implementation and evaluation. You'll also find extensive product guidance and coverage of new trends such as green design and therapeutic effects of landscape architecture. The photographs that accompany the text—many in color—vividly illustrate the design concepts while showcasing the work of some of the best professionals in the business.
Well-organized and clearly written, Healthcare Design is a valuable reference for anyone taking on the exciting design challenges in healthcare today.
About the Author
About the editor
SARA O. MARBERRY is Editor of AEsclepius, the official newsletter of The Center for Health Design, and the former editor in chief of Contract magazine. Building on over fifteen years of experience in the interior design industry, she leads her own consulting firm, which provides writing and public relations services to the commercial design industry. A frequent moderator and lecturer, she serves as Director of Communications for The Center for Health Design. She has written and edited a number of books, including The Power of Color: Creating Healthy Interior Spaces, which she coauthored, and Color in the Office: Design Trends from 1950-1990 and Beyond.
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