Using an accessible room multisensory stimulation environment to reduce dementia associated behaviors
2022
Journal of Long-Term Care
Journal Article
Author(s): Prince, D. M., Fogarty, K. J., VanGeest, J. B., Eberth, S. D.
A growing body of literature supports using multisensory stimulation environment (MSSE) rooms to improve Behavioral and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia (BPSD). While enclosed MSSE applications have been tested, due to restrictions for enclosed-room access and caregiver shortages there is a need to evaluate outcomes associated with open-access MSSE areas.
Added December 2022
Designing a cardiac intensive care unit by employing an evidence-based design approach
2022
The International Journal of Architectonic, Spatial, and Environmental Design
Journal Article
Issue 2
Volume 17
Pages 61-81
Author(s): Alansari, A., Quan, X.
Research shows that the design of the physical environment of cardiac intensive care units (CICUs) plays a significant role in patient outcomes, patient safety, and quality of care. Evidence-based design decisions further influence healthcare personnel well-being, such as reducing workplace injuries and workers’ compensation claims.
Added December 2022
Pre-Occupancy evaluation in hospital rooms for efficient use of natural light: Improved proposals
2022
Buildings
Journal Article
Issue 12
Volume 12
Pages 2145
Author(s): Ferrante, T., Villani, T.
Added December 2022
An experimental research on the impact of spatial configurations of complex hospitals on human wayfinding performances
2022
IDA: International Design and Art Journal
Journal Article
Issue 2
Volume 4
Pages 235-251
Author(s): Aksoy, E., Aydın, D., İskifoğlu, G.
Research shows that human wayfinding behavior in hospitals depends on the spatial configuration of an environment. As successful wayfinding also depends on cognitive abilities, the crowded and busy hospital setting, compounded with any emotional distress, causes challenges for people when navigating the facility.
Added December 2022
The impacts of nature connectedness on children's well-being: Systematic literature review
2023
Journal of Environmental Psychology
Journal Article
Author(s): Arola, T., Aulake, M., Ott, A., Lindholm, M., Kouvonen, P., Virtanen, P., Paloniemi, R.
Added December 2022
Quantifying window view quality: A review on view perception assessment and representation methods
2023
Building and Environment
Journal Article
Author(s): Abd-Alhamid, F., Kent, M., Wu, Y.
Added November 2022
Noise exposure and quality of life among nurses
2022
Workplace Health & Safety
Journal Article
Issue 4
Volume 70
Pages 207-219
Author(s): McCullagh, M. C., Xu, J., Dickson, V. V., Tan, A., Lusk, S. L.
Research shows that the effects of high-noise environments extend beyond hearing damage. Excessive noise levels can negatively impact cardiovascular health, mental health, sleep, and lead to tinnitus. Healthcare work environments are inherently noisy due to paging systems, telephones, monitor alarms, treatment equipment, and ice machines.
Added November 2022
The effects of ceiling display and natural sounds on stress and anxiety among cardiac patients: A randomized controlled trial.
2022
Nursing and Midwifery Studies
Journal Article
Issue 2
Volume 11
Pages 130-136
Author(s): Lalezari, R., Mehdipour-Rabori, R., Dehesh, T., Nouhi, E.
Added November 2022
Using a nature-based virtual reality environment for improving mood states and cognitive engagement in older adults: A mixed-method feasibility study
2022
Innovation in Aging
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 6
Pages 1-17
Author(s): Kalantari, S., Xu, T. B., Mostafavi, A., Lee, A., Barankevich, R., Boot, W. R., Czaja, S. J.
Added November 2022
Strategies to evaluate the quality of hospital design with clinical data
2023
Journal of Hospital Medicine
Journal Article
Issue 6
Volume 18
Pages 538-543
Author(s): Mead, M., Ibrahim, A. M.
Healthcare design research engages multidisciplinary stakeholders who are often driven by competing agendas. The authors of this article discuss the challenges in evaluating hospital design, describe design features, which are often considered important to clinical care, and recommend strategies to enhance rigor into the evaluation process.
Added November 2022
Seasonal variations in the effectiveness of immersive virtual nature
2023
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 1
Volume 16
Pages 219-232
Author(s): Litleskare, S., Calogiuri, G.
Added October 2022
The role of healthcare facility design on the mental health of healthcare professionals: A literature review
2022
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 1
Volume 16
Pages 270-286
Author(s): Jin, H.-Y., Gold, C., Cho, J., Marzban, F., Lim, L.
Research demonstrates that burnout is prevalent in healthcare workers and has been associated with negative consequences for patients, staff, and organizations. To date, initiatives to mitigate burnout and support staff well-being do not fully utilize the built environment.
Added August 2022
Cross-cultural design and healthcare waiting rooms for indigenous people in regional Australia
2022
Environment and Behavior
Journal Article
Issue 1
Volume 54
Pages 89-115
Author(s): O’Rourke, T., Nash, D., Haynes, M., Burgess, M., Memmott, P.
There is a lack of research exploring how modern medical waiting areas are perceived by Indigenous populations, and how these spaces might be improved to enhance the delivery of care.
Added August 2022
Energy analysis and forecast of a major modern hospital
2022
Buildings
Journal Article
Issue 8
Volume 12
Pages 1116
Author(s): Liu, A., Ma, Y., Miller, W., Xia, B., Zedan, S., Bonney, B.
Globally, roughly 4.4% of all carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions come from the health sector. In some countries, the public health sector may regularly be the leading energy user and emitter. There is diverging evidence to suggest whether regional climate patterns or building occupancy have a greater impact on energy use within healthcare facilities.
Added August 2022
The architects’ and landscape architects' views on the design and planning of the hospital courtyard gardens (HCG) in Malaysia
2022
Planning Malaysia
Journal Article
Issue 2
Volume 20
Pages 47-60
Author(s): Mat Idris, M., Sibley, M., Hadjri, K.
Added August 2022
An exploratory study testing environmental wayfinding aids as an intervention for children with autism
2022
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 4
Volume 15
Pages 114-130
Author(s): Irish, J. E. N.
Previous research has found that some people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) have difficulties navigating complex physical environments, such as hospitals. Previous research has also indicated that due to the hypersensitive nature of some people living with ASD, sensitive environmental designs may be especially important for them.
Added July 2022
Simulation-based study for healing environment in intensive care units: Enhancing daylight and access to view, optimizing an ICU room in temperate climate, the case study of Palestine.
2023
Ain Shams Engineering Journal
Journal Article
Issue 2
Volume 14
Pages 101868
Author(s): Amleh, D., Halawani, A., Haj Hussein, M.
Added July 2022
Exploring the turbulent nature of nurses’ workflow
2022
Nursing Outlook
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 70
Pages 440-450
Author(s): Jennings, B. M., Baernholdt, M, Hopkinson, S. G.
Added June 2022
Placing users at the center: Evaluating exam room design for improved user experience
2022
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 4
Volume 15
Pages 152-166
Author(s): Matić, Z., Oh, Y., Lim, L., Zimring, C.
While outpatient exam rooms have remained largely unchanged for the past few decades, limited research suggests that design configurations can influence the quality of care. The relationship of the door, exam table, EHR, and sink can support patient privacy, patient-provider communication, and provider efficiency.
Added June 2022
The nature of innovation in hospital building design: A mixed grounded theory study
2022
Construction Innovation
Journal Article
Author(s): Moslehian, A. S., Kocaturk, T., Andrews, F., Tucker, R.
Added May 2022
