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J Falick

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The design process or, how not to be afraid of building.

The excitement and fun of the design process is described in this article. The author makes a strong case for the active involvement of users throughout the formative stages of a project (i.e., from "kick-off" through schematic design and design development). Design techniques involving on-site work sessions ("squatters") and interactive gaming are discussed. The discussions of architect selection and cost control during design are of particular importance.

Architecture↗

Design as a marketing tool: cater to your clients.

competing successfully in the market and functioning efficiently often depend on a reassessment of the environment. Accordingly, upgraded convenience, comfort, and atmosphere have become major marketing mechanisms for hospitals. This article presents several examples of how hospitals have used design to provide marketing advantages.

Health Facilities↗

Humanistic design sells your hospital.

Increased competition among hospitals has made it imperative that the overall design of institutions be concerned with esthetics as well as function.

Health Facilities↗