𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗛𝗼𝗽𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸 In collaboration with JGMA, Syska Hennessy contributed to the creation of this vital health and wellness center in Brighton Park by providing MEP engineering services. The Esperanza Health Center, a two-story facility, with its distinctive bright orange, color-shifting metal panel façade, is not just a building; it symbolizes positive change and community support. The center offers high quality care and wellness services in its 48,500 square foot space, which includes 45 exam rooms, community youth group rooms, a teaching kitchen, and an imaging suite (X-ray, mammography, and ultrasound) and much more. Esperanza Health Centers mission is to deliver health and hope for Chicago’s underserved communities. Esperanza means hope, and this project truly captures that spirit and we were honored to be involved. #FlashbackFriday #MEP #Engineering #HealthcareDesign #Chicago
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*Designing wellbeing: how better architectural approaches to hospital buildings can help patient recovery* The links between environment, mental health and physical health are now well-established. Yet traditional hospital buildings are designed with virtually no reference to the mental wellbeing of their patients. Too often they are functional, forbidding and detached from the natural world. It is commonplace for people to say they feel ‘depressed’ by the thought of hospitals and their associated images of windowless waiting rooms and long artificially-lit corridors. But why should it be this way? https://lnkd.in/gXWgMmmQ #WorldMentalHealthDay #mentalhealth #wellbeing #healthcaredesign #architecture #MakeRoomForNature Maggie's Centres Maggies Newcastle Alder Hey Children's Hospital
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We are proud to spotlight our journey in transforming healthcare in rural communities through the design and renovation of Critical Access Hospitals. With projects spanning from Cedar City Hospital in Utah to Bridgton Hospital in Maine, our commitment to enhancing healthcare accessibility and quality is unwavering. As Utah's top healthcare engineers, we understand that every element of a hospital's design impacts patient care. In rural settings, where resources are often limited, efficient MEP systems ensure reliability, sustainability, and the adaptability needed to meet the unique challenges these communities face. Additionally, we design with climate resilience and healthy indoor environments at the forefront. Project Highlights: 𝐂𝐞𝐝𝐚𝐫 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥, 𝐔𝐓: A testament to our full-service capabilities, from original design to continuous renovation. 𝐌𝐨𝐚𝐛 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫, 𝐔𝐓 & 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐭 𝐕𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥, 𝐍𝐕: Showcasing our expertise in both the inception and evolution of healthcare facilities. 𝐌𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐲 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫, 𝐂𝐎 & 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫, 𝐔𝐓: Original designs that set the standard for rural healthcare excellence. 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 & 𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐬: From Sanpete Valley to Garfield Memorial, our projects reflect a deep understanding of the need for flexible, future-proof healthcare spaces. Beyond hospitals, we've extended our passion for rural healthcare to clinics, ensuring comprehensive care reaches every corner of the community. Through collaboration, innovation, and dedication, we're not just designing buildings; we're building healthier futures. #RuralHealthcare #CriticalAccessHospitals #MEPDesign #HealthcareInnovation
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NEWS: Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Builds Morgan Center for Research & Innovation -- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia is constructing the $480 million Morgan Center for Research & Innovation on its Schuylkill River waterfront campus. Situated next to the existing Roberts Center for Pediatric Research, the 350,000-sf tower will provide state-of-the-art labs and core facilities where investigators and clinicians from different disciplines can engage in collaborative discovery. CannonDesign’s architectural vision for the 17-story building strategically collocates wet and dry environments to accelerate the creation of innovative new therapies. The dynamic and flexible structure will provide 257,630 sf of lab space, 33,000 sf of office space, and 6,500 sf of ground-level retail. The second story will accommodate conference rooms, collaboration spaces, and a lecture hall. Opening onto a variety of outdoor areas with pedestrian paths, the biophilic development will encourage circulation through public green spaces. Gilbane Building Company, Pride Enterprises, and McKissack & McKissack are jointly delivering the sustainable facility, which is aiming for LEED Silver certification. Ground was broken in October of 2022 and occupancy is expected in 2025. https://lnkd.in/eeJBtcNQ #ResearchAndDevelopment #Healthcare #Biomedical #InterdisciplinaryResearch #Collaboration #EnergyUseReduction #Sustainability
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Why invest in construction within the care industry?👀 With an ageing population, investment in construction within the care industry is only growing and going to become more important as time goes on. Work carried out at care homes can include upgrades to improve energy efficiency, accessibility and safety, as well as overall interior upgrades to help residents feel at home. Buildings such as care homes often require much more specific features such as memory lanes for dementia patients, which we have fitted in the past. Want to know more? 📧info@ucbuild.co.uk www.ucbuild.co.uk
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📣 📣 📣 Open to researchers, policy-makers, providers, design and healthcare professionals, and individuals interested in design and planning of #residentiallongtermcare settings in Ireland! On June 7, 2024, TrinityHaus Research Centre researchers will be holding their first stakeholder workshop as part of the Health Research Board (HRB)-funded research project “Planning and design for quality of life and resilience in residential long-term care settings for older people in Ireland”. The team, from the TrinityHaus Research Centre in Trinity College Dublin School of Engineering, Age Friendly Ireland, Age Action Ireland, Health Service Executive and the The Centre for Excellence in Universal Design (CEUD) aims to provide research findings and recommendations related to the buildings and outdoor spaces (built environment) associated with long-term residential care settings for older people (nursing homes) in Ireland. This project also involves a number of collaborators, including the The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), IADNAM, Nursing Homes Ireland, Care Champions, O'Connell Mahon Architects, Maastricht University and Bill Benbow. The main outcome will be the development of a set of planning and design guidelines for new settings and the adaptation and retrofit of existing settings, all underpinned by Universal Design principles. The aims of the workshop are: ➡ To present and disseminate initial findings on key research activities, as well as gather feedback from stakeholders ➡ To initiate discussions on the translation of research findings into guidelines ➡ To present the lived experience (application of daily clock methodology; outputs from ‘meaning of home’ workshop series organized and delivered in residential long-term care setting (organized and delivered by current Poetry Ireland Poet in Resident Anne Tannam). Understanding the needs and preferences of residents, families, and staff, is critical to this research. During the workshop, researchers will share the overall engagement strategy implemented, and discuss some of the key outputs framed by expert interviews, on-line consultation, focus groups, and the adaptation of daily clock exercise to capture people’s perception of the built environment in residential long-term care. Stakeholders will have an opportunity to feedback on activities, as well as get an opportunity to experience some of the methods during the workshop. The event will be taking place in Local Government House 35-39 Usher's Quay, Dublin 8, on Friday, June 7, 2024. Click here to register: https://lnkd.in/e9z-jHrv or contact Jennifer O Donoghue (jeodonog@tcd.ie). Tom Grey Desmond O'Neill Dimitra Xidous For more details: https://lnkd.in/dJNuR8GP
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“A traditional urban-planning mindset may not work for small-town planning and design. And for this, we will need a planning education relevant to small towns.” – Mahbub Rashid, Dean of the School of Architecture & Design at The University of Kansas, discussing his new book. Rashid’s latest book, “Built Environment and Population Health in Small-Town America: Learning from Small Cities of Kansas” (Hopkins Press), looks at how lifestyle behaviors and health indicators are associated with spatial planning and design factors in 36 small Kansas cities. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gJYFrbgF #urbanplanning #ruralhealth #cityplanning #smalltown #planning #healthcare #transportationdesign
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Trauma-informed design is an approach that takes into consideration the potential impact of built environments on individuals who have experienced trauma. By incorporating principles such as safety, trustworthiness, choice, collaboration, and empowerment, designers can create spaces that promote healing and well-being. This approach is particularly important in settings such as healthcare facilities, schools, and social service agencies. By implementing trauma-informed design, we can create environments that support the recovery and resilience of those who have experienced trauma. #traumainformeddesign #healingenvironments #wellbeing
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This article highlights the intricate relationship between urban spaces, health, and the pressing need to adapt cities to an aging population, especially in the context of climate change and transitioning away from fossil fuels. The integration of older adults' perspectives into urban planning processes through participatory evaluation is crucial. The findings shed light on the challenges of reliability in tools assessing public space health determinants. This underscores the necessity for user-centered design in shaping age-friendly cities that cater to the needs of all demographics, ultimately fostering healthier and more inclusive urban environments. Urban spaces and health share an intricate relationship, pivotal in shaping our well-being amidst climate change and the transition away from fossil fuels. Age-friendly cities, prioritizing accessibility and social engagement for older adults, highlight the crucial connection between urban design and public health. However, challenges persist, especially for vulnerable groups like older adults, facing barriers to accessing spaces for physical activity and interaction. Evaluating the health impact of urban spaces demands comprehensive tools, yet existing methodologies often lack objectivity and widespread usability due to their subjective nature. Bridging this gap involves engaging communities, embracing user-centered design, and incorporating diverse expertise in the evaluation process. Co-creation processes that involve local stakeholders empower residents and enhance the effectiveness of these tools, fostering ownership and adaptability to various urban landscapes. In fostering inclusive and health-centric urban environments, a holistic approach acknowledging the evolving dynamics of cities and empowering communities to shape their environments is crucial. By creating spaces that accommodate diverse needs and promote well-being, we pave the way for a healthier future for all within our cities.
New #openaccess #research article published! "Inter-rater reliability of the ‘Tool for assessing determinants of health in public space’ in a co-creative urban design process with care home residents in Barcelona: a Health CASCADE study" by Jorge R Zapata, Giuliana Longworth, Mai Chin A Paw, @Philippa Dall, Dawn A Skelton, @Sacra Morejon Torne and Maria Giné Garriga, Ph.D. https://lnkd.in/em4zr3AB #urbanhealth #citiesandhealth #healthycities #citiesxhealth #socialdeterminantsofhealth #publicspace #creative #urbandesign #cocreation #carehome #barcelona #evluation #aging #olderadults #publichealth Image: Figure 4. Set of evaluators that applied the tool for assessing determinants of health in public space in the context of the EngAGE4Change-Health CASCADE project. Graphic: J. R. Zapata-Restrepo.
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On 19 February 2024 the DLUHC announced proposed changes in planning rules so that planning permission would be required for future short-term lets. The proposed planning changes would see a new planning ‘use class’ created for short-term lets not used as a sole or main home. #HousingLaw #Letting #DLUHC
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