This is the key book for interior designers and architects to learn the methodology for evidence-based design for healthcare facilities
Item #: 165-4942-09
ISBN: 0470149426
ISBN13: 9780470149423
Author: Rosalyn Cama Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Manufacturer: John Wiley & Sons Manufacturer Item #: 9780470149423 Format: Hardcover
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If designed properly, a healthcare interior environment can foster healing, efficient task-performance and productivity, effective actions, and safe behavior. Written by an expert practitioner, Rosalyn Cama, FASID, this is the key book for interior designers and architects to learn the methodology for evidence-based design for healthcare facilities. Endorsed by the American Society of Interior Designers, the guide clearly presents a four-step methodology that will achieve the desired outcome and showcases the best examples of evidence-based healthcare interiors. With worksheets that guide readers through such practical tasks as completing an internal analysis of a client's facility and collecting data, this book will inspire a transformation in healthcare design practice. 272 pp.
Table of Contents:
Chapter 1: Understanding the Shift Toward Evidence Based Design in Healthcare.
Chapter 2: Step 1: Gather Qualitative and Quantitative Intelligence.
Chapter 3: Step 2: Mapping Strategic, Cultural and Research Goals.
Chapter 4: Step 3: Hypothesize Outcomes, Innovate and Translational Design.
Chapter 5: Step 4: Measure and Share Outcomes.
Chapter 6: Evidence-based Design in Practice.
Chapter 7: Growth Opportunities for the Design Professional.