I blogged previously on the inspirational experience that I had with my design cohorts as we explored our city and absorbed design cues during Mannington's Design Local event in Philadelphia
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5S is a lean tool typically implemented in the manufacturing environment. So, how can an architecture firm use this lean tool in the office environment? First, let me explain what 5S is exactly and..
Topics: Lean, Continuous Improvement, 5S
From as early as I can remember, I was designing. Whether it was creating decoupage plates with magazine clippings or rearranging the furniture in my room on a bi-weekly basis, I was always trying..
Last week, a cross-functional team representing Array’s design team, as well as all of the consultants and the Construction Manager gathered in our Philadelphia office for two days to kick off a..
Topics: Planning, Collaboration
Mergers, acquisitions, affiliations, strategic alignments. No matter how a health system goes about their expansion plans, easy patient access to their facilities is key
Topics: Ambulatory Care, patient access
As healthcare systems continue to expand and evolve, a new challenge has emerged. Facilities, whether newly built or newly acquired, are bringing additional resources into the system. These new..
Topics: Facility Planning, Healthcare Design, Master Planning, Adaptability
The impact technology has on society is blatant and prevalent. From the first computer to wearable tech, society has evolved alongside technological advancements. The way people interact with each..
Topics: technology, Adaptability
For more information about the Henry J. Carter project, see an extended interview and feature by Jenny Ivy of Healthcare Construction + Operations
On July 2, 2010, New York City Mayor, Michael.....READ MORE
Topics: Continuous Improvement, Cost Reduction Strategies, Collocation, Adaptability
By all accounts, Array’s most recent IPD project was a success. The team met the project goals and metrics; and staff and patients were delighted. It was under budget and on schedule. Nevertheless,..
Topics: Design Approach, Integrated Project Design/Delivery (IPD)
In a previous lifetime, I worked for a large architecture firm that provided rollout retail work. While I cannot say that I particularly enjoyed this type of work very much, I did learn a lesson..
Topics: Healthcare Design, Operations Improvement, Design Approach
