Gallery
“...the project demonstrates innovative design that is conducive to group learning activities in an attractive setting. The essential awareness and celebration of therapy is the centerpiece of this project. The mission and purpose of the hand center is made highly visible through a simple concept which groups the therapy in a two-story gallery.”Modern Healthcare/AIA Academy of Architecture for Health - Honorable Mention for Design Excellence
Description
The Curtis National Center provides a therapeutic and healing environment that reinforces the stature of the facility as a National Center of Excellence. Clearly visible from reception/waiting through expansive interior glass panels, the hand therapy area distinguishes itself as the focal point of the Center and conveys the positive message to patients that their injuries are not a limitation to be hidden. Signage and graphic systems are visually and functionally integrated within the architecture and operations of the National Hand Center and include graphic illustrations, interactive kiosks, memorabilia exhibits and timeline artwork. The renovation enhances the Center’s national leadership through effective facility planning in five critical staff areas – Patient Care, Research, National Network, Information Technology and Training – all of which contributed to productivity, cost efficiency and improved patient satisfaction/patient-provider interaction.
Distinctions
- AIA Washington, DC
- Excellence in Design
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“This project discards the cold, scary and impersonal image of most medical facilities by placing the therapeutic stations in a serene and beautiful open setting. It is clear that this facility was designed from the perspective of the patient, rather than the equipment planner.”
- Modern Healthcare/AIA Academy of Architecture for Health
- Honorable Mention for Design Excellence
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“...the project demonstrates innovative design that is conducive to group learning activities in an attractive setting. The essential awareness and celebration of therapy is the centerpiece of this project. The mission and purpose of the hand center is made highly visible through a simple concept which groups the therapy in a two-story gallery.”