Medical Construction & Design

MAY-JUN 2016

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HOLISTIC SPACES H O L I S T I C S P A C E S ISSUE FOCUS Children have a unique, personal way of looking at the world around them. This is especially true when con- fronted with health problems and unfamiliar surroundings. There is never a better time to provide a solid support system as evidenced by implement- ing the concepts of family centered design. Family centered design focuses on the family needs of a sick child. These environ- ments often aid in provid- ing a sense of control with clear wayfi nding, interactive play areas and patient rooms designed for families which incorporate the use of varied lighting, colors and shapes, natural light and access to exterior gardens. Two recent projects demonstrate how pediatric facilities (both inpatient and outpatient) create holistic, family centered healthcare environments. Akron Children's Hospital Kay Jewelers Pavilion The new Kay Jewelers Pavilion located in Akron, Ohio provides care for both the current and future needs of children and their families. The 368,000-square-foot critical care tower features a new pediatric emergency department, outpatient surgi- cal suites, high-risk obstetrics program and clinical space for pediatric subspecialty pro- grams. The NICU occupies the sixth and seventh fl oors with 75 private rooms providing care for the tiniest and most vulnerable patients. The NICU design creates the feeling of a "tree house" to provide a peaceful theme for the unit. The lower fi rst fl oor simulates a tree house at night, using the color magenta to set the scene for a campout or for a sleepover. The higher second fl oor is green, refl ecting the feeling of spending a day in the tree tops. With up to 600 inpatient admissions expected annually, a large family waiting area allows families to relax, watch TV, provides digital access for computers and convenient access to restrooms. A sibling play area reduces the ef ects of anxiety on older children. The family nourishment room pro- vides respite for parents and families with meal prepara- tion and food tray delivery for breastfeeding moms. Staf work areas feature decentralized touchdown alcoves at the patient rooms with friendly, open nurse and team workstations to provide caregiver teams the ability to have conversations and work collaboratively together. Immediately accessible by the MEETING THE NEEDS OF PEDIATRIC PATIENTS, VISITORS AND STAFF BY PAT SCHULTZ & LAURA HILD FAMILY CENTERED SUPPORT Kay Jewelers Pavilion: HKS/Blake Marvin; VCU Children's: Courtesy of HKS 90% of the cumulative area of all designated indoor places of respite should have direct views to nature. — gghc.org 20m square feet of building projects in 12 countries have enrolled in the WELL Building Standard ® . — delos.com 36 Medical Construction & Design | M AY/ J U N E 2016 | MCDM AG.COM

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