The patient room is one of the largest investments a hospital or a health facility will ever make, with the design decision multiplied dozens, even hundreds, of times. From optimizing patient well-being and comfort to saving administration money through the strategic use of materials and space allocation during construction, the decisions made regarding the patient rooms are pertinent to every person involved in the healthcare environment. As we all know, patient rooms are more than just a place for a bed and medical equipment.
Namely, if the patient has a more serious illness, it is very likely that he or she will need a separate room. Faivish Pewzner, Chief Operating Officer of the Americare Companies, NYC leading healthcare provider, says that its design and functionality directly affect not only patients and families but hospital staff and administration as well. By applying the principles of design to healthcare, you could not only create an aesthetically pleasing patient environment but create an atmosphere that changes caregiver behavior and improves patient outcome.