Design engineers and facility managers often neglect the impacts that relocating (HEPA) filters can have to air-handling unit (AHU) operations.

The proper use of TMV’s along with a good hot water recirculation system is a must when preventing legionella growth.

Through careful consideration of lighting, acoustics, furniture, and privacy, a designer can measure the impact of their design on the built environment.

The recipe for every project includes multiple ingredients—scope of work, budget, project constraints, client, and design team.

As designers, we can offset carbon emissions in a multitude of ways including planning, awareness, and research.

"As architects and interior designers, our stories don’t come from the written or spoken word but by using pattern, color, imagery, and materials."

Thoughtful communication between the design team and the VA stakeholders will lead to the most workable and beneficial solutions.

First, there is patient flow. Good patient flow through the department improves throughput. It makes it easier to transport patients from pre-op to operating room to recovery.

These methods typically involve equipment upgrades or system modifications, both of which require some level of asset management and prioritization.