Designing well-being: A qualitative investigation of young patients’ perspectives on the material hospital environment
2023
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 16
Pages 168-181
Author(s): Payam, S., Hossaini, J., Zaschka, K., Friedmann, A., Mall, V.
Healthcare design research often includes user perspectives, but typically focuses on adult input. Young patients can provide useful insights into the remodel of pediatric facilities to better meet their unique needs. Environments tailored to a variety of developmental stages and physical abilities are more welcoming and engaging for young patients.
Added May 2023
A systematic literature review on healthcare facility evaluation methods
2023
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 16
Pages 338-361
Author(s): Pereira, L. M., Ornstein, S. W.
Added May 2023
Hospital Soundscapes
2023
Soundscapes: Humans and Their Acoustic Environment
Book Section
Author(s): Busch-Vishniac, I., Ryherd, E., Schulte-Fortkamp, B., Fiebig, A., Sisneros, J. A., Popper, A. N., Fay, R. R.
Added May 2023
An overview of SARS-CoV-2 transmission and engineering strategies to mitigate risk
2023
Journal of Building Engineering
Journal Article
Author(s): Leo, B. F., Lin, C. Y., Markandan, K., Saw, L. H., Mohd Nadzir, M. S., Govindaraju, K., Shariffuddin, I. I., Sankara, R., Tiong, Y. W., Pakalapati, H., Khalid, M.
Added May 2023
The microbiome of an outpatient rehabilitation clinic and predictors of contamination: A pilot study
2023
PLOS ONE
Journal Article
Issue 5
Volume 18
Pages e0281299
Author(s): Brigando, G., Sutton, C., Uebelhor, O., Pitsoulakis, N., Pytynia, M., Dillon, T., Elliott-Burke, T., Hubert, N., Martinez-Guryn, K., Bolch, C., Ciancio, M. J., Evans, C. C.
Added May 2023
Hospitalized patients’ sleep quality compared between multioccupancy rooms and single-patient rooms
2023
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 16
Pages 119-133
Author(s): Schafthuzien, L., Ista, E., Van Der Heijden, M., Van Heel, L., Maben, J., Van Rosmalen, J., Van Eijck, C. H. J., Van Dijk, M.
Added May 2023
A mixed-design study on the development of birth unit assessment scale
2023
Midwifery
Journal Article
Author(s): Reyhan, F. A., Sayiner, F. D., Ozen, H.
Added May 2023
Designing healing environments: A literature review on the benefits of healing gardens for children in healthcare facilities and the urgent need for policy implementation
2023
Land
Journal Article
Issue 5
Volume 12
Pages 971
Author(s): Din, S. K.-J., Russo, A., Liversedge, J.
Numerous studies have shown the benefits of nature in healthcare environments. Healing gardens have been of particular interest in healthcare design, but research on these settings tends to focus on outcomes for older adults. Healing gardens may support positive outcomes for children as well, including physical, mental, and emotional health.
Added May 2023
The Environmental Audit Screening Evaluation: Establishing reliability and validity of an evidence-based design tool
2023
Innovation in Aging
Journal Article
Issue 5
Volume 7
Pages igad039
Author(s): Kaup, M. L., Calkins, M. P., Davey, A., Wrublowsky, R.
Added May 2023
The birth companions’ experience of the birthing room and how it influences the supportive role: A qualitative study
2023
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 16
Pages 156-167
Author(s): Nilvér, H., Berg, M.
Research shows that receiving support from non-health-professional companions during birth results in healthier outcomes, but there is a lack of information on what companions, who typically are not associated with the healthcare facility, need.
Added May 2023
Evaluation of multisensory interactions between the healing built environment and nurses in healthcare nursing stations: Case study of Tehran hospitals
2023
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 16
Pages 210-237
Author(s): Eftekhari, M., Ghomeishi, M.
Added May 2023
The perspectives of older people living with dementia regarding a possible move to a nursing home
2023
Aging & Mental Health
Journal Article
Issue 12
Volume 27
Pages 2377-2385
Author(s): Groenvynck, L., Khemai, C., De Boer, B., Beaulen, A., Hamers, J. P. H., Van Achterberg, T., Van Rossum, E., Meijers, J. M. M., Verbeek, H.
Added May 2023
Evaluating the impact of housing interior design on elderly independence and activity: A thematic review
2023
Buildings
Journal Article
Issue 4
Volume 13
Pages 1099
Author(s): Mnea, A., Zairul, M.
Added May 2023
Guiding the lean design of a hospital’s new laboratory: A case study
2023
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 16
Pages 379-394
Author(s): Audibert, P. F., Heim, J. A., Vetch, A.
Added May 2023
Residential environments for older persons: A comprehensive literature review (2005–2022)
2023
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 16
Pages 291-337
Author(s): Verderber, S., Koyabashi, U., Cruz, C.-D., Sadat, A., Anderson, D. C.
Added May 2023
The impact of physical environments on outpatient mental health recovery: A design-oriented qualitative study of patient perspectives
2023
PLOS ONE
Journal Article
Issue 4
Volume 18
Pages e0283962
Author(s): Sui, T. Y., McDermott, S., Harris, B., Hsin, h.
Patient-centered (or human-centered) design approaches have helped designers to better understand patient needs and expectations during mental health treatment. Previous studies show evidence that the physical environment has an impact on the human experience, and the importance of environments that support feelings all humans strive for, including normalcy, safety, control, and belonging.
Added May 2023
IAQ in CCU units: an experimental and numerical investigation based on the outlet air height (case study: Namazi Hospital, Shiraz)
2023
International Journal of Ventilation
Journal Article
Issue 2
Volume 23
Pages 156-181
Author(s): Farhadi, F., Khakzand, M., Altan, H., Chahardoli, S.
Added May 2023
An exploration of post-occupancy evaluation in Canada: Origins, milestones and next steps
2023
Building Research & Information
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 52
Pages 332-357
Author(s): Boissonneault, A., Peters, T.
Added May 2023
Effects of subjective perceptions of indoor visual environment on visual-related physical health of older people in residential care homes
2023
Building and Environment
Journal Article
Author(s): Wang, C., Leung, M.-Y.
Added May 2023
Designing a child-, family-, and healthcare provider–centered procedure room in a tertiary care children’s hospital
2023
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 16
Pages 195-209
Author(s): Litwin, S., Clarke, L., Copeland, J., Tyrrell, J., Tait, C., Mohabir, V., Campbell, F.
Added May 2023
