Healthcare Havens When it comes to healthcare interiors, design has a larger effect on patient outcomes than you may think. From construction to completion, both personal space and common space can affect a patient’s outlook and ultimately, have a positive impact on his or her health. Consider Common Spaces From the moment you walk into the door of a hospital or healthcare facility, the layout has to make sense. Simple, easy-to-navigate spaces can dramatically impact patient and caregiver experiences. Dr. John Zeisel, author and founder of Hearthstone Alzheimer’s Family Foundation, conveyed a clear connection between getting lost in a hospital and increased cortisol levels, which could ultimately lead to a decreased immune response. “You might think that way-finding round the hospital is t

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