Radical Redesign of Nursing Homes: Applying the Green House Concept in Tupelo, Mississippi
2006
The Gerontologist
Journal Article
Issue 4
Volume 46
Pages 533-539
Author(s): Rabig, J., Thomas, W., Kane, R. A., Cutler, L. J., McAlilly, S.
The Green House design should be considered as nursing home resident numbers are growing. Early experiences with the “pod-like” structure show positive effects on residents, families, and staff.
Added September 2014
Perceived hospital environment quality indicators: A study of orthopaedic units
2006
Journal of Environmental Psychology
Journal Article
Issue 4
Volume 26
Pages 321-334
Author(s): Fornara, F., Bonaiuto, M., Bonnes, M.
The field of healthcare design has increasingly recognized the need for building environments that are more ‘‘user-centered,’’ but spatial–physical features have not typically been included in assessment surveys on patient satisfaction.
Added July 2014
Health Promotion by Design in Long-Term Care Settings
Author(s): Joseph, A.
Added October 2012
User preferences, information transactions and location-based services: A study of urban pedestrian wayfinding
2006
Computers Environment and Urban Systems
Journal Article
Issue 6
Volume 30
Pages 726-740
Author(s): Li, C.
Added October 2012
Effect of built-environment factors on healthcare: Satisfaction, operations, and outcomes
2006
Healthcare Design
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 6
Pages 8-10
Author(s): Etchegaray, J., Fischer, W., Sisolak, J., Lipka, S.
Reduced noise levels, pleasant distractions, safety features, wayfinding systems, support spaces, and patient/family/caregiver control reduces stress, errors, and pain, while at the same time increasing referrals and staff retention.
Added October 2012
Designing a healing environment
2006
Health Facilities Management
Journal Article
Issue 6
Volume 19
Pages 30-39
Author(s): Anderson, E., Huelat, B., Jarvis, A., Johnson, S., Klawiter, A., Lopman, A., Norris, J., Ramsey, C., Shetterly, P., Wyman, M.A.
Added October 2012
Cultural transformation and design
2006
Improving healthcare with better building design
Edited Book
Author(s): Hamilton, D.K., & Orr, R.D
Added October 2012
Designing the 21st Century Hospital : Environmental Leadership for Healthier Patients, Facilities, & Communities
2006
Environmental Leadership for Healthier Patients, Facilities, & Communities
Conference Paper
Author(s): Guenther, R.F., Vittori, G., Atwood, C.
Added October 2012