The healthcare industry, entering a post-pandemic era, is prioritizing patient experience, infection control, and disease prevention in post-pandemic design. This shift in focus includes recognizing the importance of interior design in improving patient outcomes and well-being.
Amy Williams and Lyndsee Johnson shine their light on the newest healthcare design trends in the latest Medical Construction & Design magazine. Trends such as increased use of high-performance materials, hospitality-inspired furniture and layouts, modular systems/flexible furniture, and programming for behavioral health. Design strategies are being implemented based on evidence-based approaches and innovative problem-solving. The goal is to enhance the overall patient experience while adhering to stricter design standards.