MMHoA-Group-5-slide - Focus Trends in Building Design Revised
MMHoA-Group-5-slide - Focus Trends in Building Design Revised
MMHoA-Group-5-slide - Focus Trends in Building Design Revised
CLAIRE B SAINI, MD
Master in Management Major in Hospital Administration-Section 2
The Future of Hospital Design
As healthcare needs and systems evolve, the format, role and features within the hospital is
changing. This is the initial view of shifts that may occur by 2030 and is more detailed to stimulate
further debate ahead of a more detailed report.(1)
The Ten year shift
• Modular constructions
Patient centric hospital and
Sustainable Eco Friendly
Hospitals
Example of Sustainable Hospital
Wellness Design
Buildings are being designed with occupants’ well-being in mind, incorporating features
like natural lighting, indoor plants, and spaces that promote mental and physical health.
As critical infrastructure, hospital location and design are
rethought. Resilience to storms and frequent floodings,
extreme temperatures and earthquakes are a priority
Post Covid Hospital Design
The pandemic-resilient hospital: Seven
principles
• Versatility
• Surge capabilities
• Well-being for healing
• Clean surfaces, clean air
• Isolation and containment
• Traffic Flow
• The intersection of digital and physical
Self Cleaning Materials
Self Cleaning Aluminum composite panel
Self-cleaning surfaces are a class of materials with the inherent ability to remove
any debris or bacteria from their surfaces in a variety of ways.
Flexible Spaces
Why Is Adaptive Reuse Important?
The blending of residential, commercial, recreational spaces and health facility in a single
development to promote walkability and community engagement.
Cultural Sensitivity
Architects are increasingly considering cultural and social factors when designing
buildings to ensure they are inclusive and respectful of local traditions.
Modular Constructions
Prefabricated and modular building techniques are on the rise for their efficiency
and reduced construction waste
Greener Faster Smarter