Hospital facilities and the role of evidence‐based design

Abstract

PurposeDrawing on recent research related to hospital facilities, this paper aims to discuss the role of evidence‐based design in facility planning and design as a key element in helping the field of facility planning and management continue to strengthen professional practice.Design/methodology/approachThe discussion draws on relevant literature and recent research.FindingsEvidence‐based design is having a major impact on planning and design of hospital facilities, and can play a similar role for other facility types.Originality/valueCalls for evidence‐based design for healthcare facilities abound. This paper discusses important issues surrounding the implementation of an evidence‐based design approach that need to be considered for this approach to be successful in all types of facilities.