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 Walter B. Jones Jr, FAIA Excellence Award for Aspiring Health Care Architects 

Founded on the legacy of its namesake Walter B. Jones, this program seeks to nurture talent and interest of students and aspiring health care architects through mentorship, resources, and recognition.

PRINCIPLES OF PATIENT-CENTERED DESIGN

Patient-centered design supports the practice of patient-centered care by creating environmental conditions that facilitate healing. The following principles may be applied to health facility design to engage patients.

 Provide Accessible Accommodations


Create a Comfortable Environment


Facilitate Healing


Support Staff’s Goals through Design


Look for Design Opportunities to Respond to Unmet Needs


Respect Privacy


Facilitate Communication, Collaboration and Trust


Encourage Patient and Family Participation


Empower Patients


Promote Safety and Security


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