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Analysis Of The Right Sizing Approach To Healthcare Space Planning, Johnathan Anspach
Analysis Of The Right Sizing Approach To Healthcare Space Planning, Johnathan Anspach
All Theses
Achieving optimal spatial design in healthcare facilities is crucial for efficient operations and high-quality patient care. This study investigates the application of the right-sizing approach to healthcare conceptual design, with a specific focus on the Medical-Surgical Unit (MSU) and Intensive Care Unit (ICU) departments within inpatient wards. Utilizing a robust methodology, foundational parameters and constraints were established to align with the functional requirements of a 100-bed hospital case study. Through a systematic process, industry practitioners contributed valuable insights via surveys, facilitating the quantification of parameter rankings essential for spatial decision-making.
Analysis of the data revealed significant correlations between parameters, emphasizing …
Living Space : Client - Based Design For Assisted Living, Michael K. Adams
Living Space : Client - Based Design For Assisted Living, Michael K. Adams
Bachelor of Architecture Theses - 5th Year
Designing an assisted living facility with the client in mind. This project aims to create a space which encourages growth and progression for its residents by focusing on community, access to nature, sunlight, open spaces, increased living space, and flex spaces.
By working with the existing community and by emphasizing a program which focuses on the physical and mental needs of the residents, this building seeks to inspire and allow the residents to pursue their passions a manner that honors who they are and what they require.