The design of healthcare centers are continually evolving to match the needs of communities. These designs must adequately address the vast range of experiences that a diverse population represents, including generational diversity. Facilities designed with all community members in mind allow for a community-centric approach to healthcare. Read More …
Navigating Shifting Terrain: Frameworks for the future of pediatric health
Historically, disruptions to our health system cause a fundamental re-examination of expectations for patients and providers. The question is two-fold for pediatric providers: How is value defined differently for pediatric health systems, and how has the pandemic changed the value equation? Read More …
New Center for Children’s Health Breaks Ground in Flint to Serve Community’s Long-Term Recovery Needs
The Genesee Health System and the Greater Flint Mental Health Facilities Inc. have recently broken ground on a new GHS Center for Children’s Integrated Services building. The mental and physical health treatment center will Read More …
Room to Grow: Designing pediatric spaces for children of all ages
The path through childhood is made up of many phases, and the space around us should reflect that growth. In early years, we are drawn to bright colors and charming cartoons. Remember your first bedroom filled with teddy bears, dinosaurs or rainbows — a wonderland for imagination? A few years later and the teddy bears are replaced by toy cars or unicorns. Another few years pass to find posters of a favorite band or sports star adorning our bedroom walls as we navigate the world of teenagerhood — those awkward years. With high school comes cliques, gossip, sports and just trying to find our “place.” Read More …
Infusing Heart and Soul: Creating healthcare spaces to meet women’s needs
When focusing on certain demographics, it is interesting to see how perspective changes. The result is a different approach to space and building design. Designing for women requires applying different lenses and to think about a woman’s typical day to better understand how to best support her. Read More …