From the course: Architectural Design Project Type Basics
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Heath facility design
From the course: Architectural Design Project Type Basics
Heath facility design
- There are many different types of medical facilities ranging from doctor's offices, clinics, health and research centers, all the way to urgent care facilities, pharmacies and hospitals. Furthermore, there are mental health facilities children and elderly facilities, cancer and disease control buildings and many others that further differentiate this project type. It is important to note that hospitals much like schools are critical facilities which means that they play an important role in the delivery of vital services or community protection in emergency situations.. Because of that, hospital must be designed to a higher standard to ensure that they continue to provide essential services in emergency situations, such as earthquakes, hurricanes and other natural disasters. In most states, there are specific regulations that govern the design and operation of healthcare facilities depending on their type. The…
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