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The Knowledge Repository is a complete, user-friendly database of healthcare design research references that continues to grow with the latest peer-reviewed publications. Start with our Knowledge Repository for all of your searches for articles and research citations on healthcare design topics. Access full texts through the source link, read key point summaries, or watch slidecasts. Expand your search and find project briefs, interviews, and other relevant resources by visiting our Insights & Solutions page.

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The design of health promoting outdoor environments for people with young-onset dementia—A study from a rehabilitation garden

Author(s): Oher, N., Tingberg, J., Bengtsson, A.
Added August 2024

Biophilic design elements and natural materials in healthcare environments

Author(s): Maghlakelidze, M., Mesa, A., Sawyer, A. O., Morad, M. G., Ben-Alon, L.
Added August 2024

History and evolution of the healing gardens: Investigating the building-nature relationship in the healthcare setting

Author(s): Zhu, L., Sarah, J. S.
Added June 2024

Greenspaces of psychiatric clinics and patient perceptions: A mixed-methods exploration

Author(s): Schmid, H.-L., Nowak, A., Oeljeklaus, L., McCall, T., Hornberg, C., Caspers, B. A., Zerbe, S.
Added June 2024

Feasibility of a hospital-based kitchen garden

Author(s): Carroll, C., McCray, S., Utter, J.
Added May 2024

Toward restorative hospital environment: Nature and art in Finnish hospitals

Author(s): Heikkilä, M., Verma, I., Nenonen, S.
Added May 2024

Quality criteria of nature-based interventions in healthcare facilities: A scoping review

Author(s): Sterckx, A., Delbaere, B., De Blust, G., Spacova, I., Samson, R., Remmen, R., Keune, H.
Added March 2024

Moderating effects of individual traits on the association between nature and patient wait experiences

Author(s): Lee, J., Yoon, S.-Y.
Added February 2024

The influence of exposure to nature on inpatient hospital stays: A scoping review

Author(s): Guidolin, K., Jung, F., Hunter, S., Yan, H., Englesakis, M., Verderber, S., Chadi, S., Quereshy, F.
Added February 2024

Moderating effects of individual traits on the association between nature and patient wait experiences

Author(s): Lee, J., Yoon, S.-Y.
Added February 2024

Effect of nature-themed recharge room on healthcare workers' level of stress and anxiety

Author(s): Besa, R., Angelo, E., Cutroneo, A., Frieman, A., Paliwal, M., Williams, D.
Added January 2024

Identifying features within a garden linked to emotional reactions and perceived restoration

Author(s): Harries, B., Chalmin-Pui, L. S., Gatersleben, B., Griffiths, A., Ratcliffe, E.
Added January 2024

Vitality and nature in psychiatric spaces: Challenges and prospects for ‘healing architecture’ in the design of inpatient mental health environments

Author(s): Simonsen, T. P. H., Brown, S. D., Reavey, P.
Added January 2024

Design of pediatric outpatient procedure environments: A pilot study to understand the perceptions of patients and their parents

Author(s): Goel, S., Mihandoust, S., Joseph, A., Markowitz, J., Gonzales, A., Browning, M.
Although pediatric outpatient procedures are becoming more commonplace, pre-procedure anxiety among children and their parents remains. Positive distractions and the presence of parents or caregivers have been shown to alleviate pediatric patient stress, but research specific to the outpatient setting is scarce.
Key Point Summary
Added January 2024

The impact of sensory stimuli on healthcare workers and outcomes in trauma rooms: A focus group study

Author(s): Bayramzadeh, S., Ahmadpour, S.
Research demonstrates that excessive sensory stimuli in healthcare settings can negatively impact patient, staff, and organizational outcomes. Because emergency department (ED) trauma areas can be especially chaotic, understanding issues related to noise, lighting, and temperature is the first step toward addressing the problem.
Key Point Summary
Added December 2023

Implementation and impact of health care gardens: A systematic scoping review

Author(s): Carroll, C., Higgs, J., McCray, S., Utter, J.
Added December 2023

Views from construction professionals on hospital project construction management using modular prefabricated materials and building information modeling support

Author(s): Abbasi, A., Saberi, V., Eghbali, H., Saberi, H.
Added November 2023

Investigating the conceptual model of child–nature interaction in architectural spaces using grounded theory

Author(s): Soleimani, S., Molanaei, S., Khorshidi, B., Nedaei, C., Ghamari, H.
Added November 2023

An evaluation of toxic properties of woody landscape plants used in hospital garden design

Author(s): Akdeniz, N. S., Zencirkiran, M.
Added October 2023

Resilience room use and its effect on distress among nurses and allied staff

Author(s): Prendergast, V., Elmasry, S., Juhl, N. A., Chapple, K. M.
The impact of COVID-19 on caregivers is well known, and while some research has been done regarding restorative staff spaces, a definitive strategy remains elusive. Features of restorative spaces can vary and the use of such areas is dependent on factors including patient acuity and staffing.
Key Point Summary
Added September 2023