
How Smart Flooring Choices Can Support Aging Populations: Part II
Photo: An often-underappreciated element in the built environment, flooring selection can have an actionable impact on nurse fatigue, staff retention…
Photo: An often-underappreciated element in the built environment, flooring selection can have an actionable impact on nurse fatigue, staff retention…
Flooring helps set the tone for an environment that feels welcoming and emotionally supportive, which is critical for older adults adjusting to new living arrangements.
Michael Compton, director of Healthcare in Florida for Barge Design Solutions, is a board-certified healthcare architect recently spoke with Healthcare Construction + Operation News about how forward-thinking design can help meet the needs of Florida’s aging population, the implications of CON reform on the state’s healthcare system and the role of architecture in designing for population growth.
PHILADELPHIA — As designers, manufacturers often consult us during the later stages of their product development process. They ask our opinion about new materials, patterns and colors, generally after they have already been developed in-house.