Imagine walking into a hospital and being greeted by greenery, views, natural light streaming in through large windows and open spaces that promote calmness and serenity. These favorable conditions play a crucial role in shaping patients’ experience, making their days a little bit easier while promoting healing. In fact, good healthcare design has been shown to reduce patient stays, infection rates, medication and medical errors, as well as improve staff attraction and performance. A well-designed facility can ultimately transport patients from a sterile, clinical environment to one that is warm, inviting and even uplifting. Such is the case of the Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center by HGA Architects, which has been selected among the five winners of the 2022 Shaw Contract Design Awards “Best of Globe” for its innovative approach to healthcare.
Design elements that elevate the interior experience
Located in Akron, United States, the project is a new specialty hospital –one of the only hospitals in the world dedicated to orthopaedic and plastic/reconstructive care. The 165,000-square-foot building has three levels that include 12 operating rooms, 60 private rooms and a quick care outpatient component. Merging aesthetics, comfort and functionality, the hospital stands out for a series of design elements that elevate the interior experience, recognizing its ability to influence patients’ lives.
