David Sass, RA, LEED AP, Lean

David Sass is an architect and behavioral healthcare specialist, playing a role in the majority of projects executed by CannonDesign’s behavioral health practice over the past 15 years. David’s experience and expertise in mental health planning spans a diverse range of projects at all scales, from system master planning to new mental health hospitals to behavioral health unit renovations/ rejuvenations. His role includes bringing the latest trends and best practices in behavioral health programming and planning to each project. A LEAN certified professional, David identifies opportunities to improve processes, eliminate inefficiencies that may impact delivery of services and patient care, and elevate the spatial environment for patients, clinicians, and families alike.

David has had the opportunity to work with major state and institutional clients across North America in the delivery of behavioral health projects, including Sheppard Pratt, Boston Children’s Hospital, Dayton Children’s Hospital, the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health in Toronto, Northwestern University, St. Louis Children’s Hospital, St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton, and IWK Children’s Hospital. Recently, David led the clinical planning and behavioral health architecture for the redeveloped Cordilleras Mental Health Campus in San Mateo County.