ZGF’s Kari Thorsen on Five Ways Design is Transforming Behavioral Healthcare

ZGF’s Kari Thorsen on Five Ways Design is Transforming Behavioral Healthcare

July 11, 2018

Behavioral health patients are one of the most marginalized patient populations in the U.S. healthcare system, but we are seeing more and better in- and out-patient and research facilities coming on line every day. From the findings of our recent post-occupancy evaluation to our integrated work with clinical staff, we know the critical role that design plays in removing the stigma associated with psychiatric care, normalizing the care environment, and improving patient outcomes.

Read more from ZGF’s Kari Thorsen on five ways design is transforming behavioral healthcare in a recent article from Building Design + Construction.