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3D Design Challenge Series, Part II

Posted by Guest Contributor on Jul 22, 2014

After three weeks of adjustments to virtual models, 3D print testing, mentoring across offices, we now have our second round finalists’ prototypes! It has been rewarding to watch the growth of our.....READ MORE

Topics: 3D printing

Healthcare Rapid Lean Design Event Process

Posted by Jonathan Bykowski on Jul 18, 2014

Array Architects conducts Rapid Lean Design Events geared to help clients quickly assess their current condition, map out patient flows impacted by the process, identify areas for improvement or.....READ MORE

Topics: Lean Design

Design by the Numbers: Discrete Event Simulation in a Surgery Center

Posted by Laura Moran on Jul 09, 2014

The role of Industrial Engineers does not traditionally involve work in the architecture or healthcare industries. Presently, however, given the high rate of healthcare costs in America, the industry.....READ MORE

Topics: simulation, Continuous Improvement, Surgery Center

The Healing Power of Art

Posted by Pat Malick on Jun 27, 2014

Featured in Medical Construction + Design, June 19, 2014.
Environments have the power to set our expectations, lift our spirits and inspire hope.  The design of the interior environment can...
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Topics: Art and Healthcare, Healing Environment, healing garden

Healthcare for Women Veterans - an Emerging Market

Posted by Lisa Lipschutz on Jun 17, 2014

The Veterans Administration (VA) has recognized the importance of providing female-specific services and has embarked on a national initiative to invest in VA Women’s Health Services. Their Mission.....READ MORE

Topics: Ambulatory Care, Healthcare Design, Continuous Improvement, womens healthcare

Architecture Intern Development Program

Posted by Guest Contributor on Jun 10, 2014

Benjamin Franklin once wrote, “Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn” — the essence of Array’s Intern Development Program (IDP). In my 20+ years as an Architect.....READ MORE

Topics: Continuous Improvement, Design Careers, Internship

3D Design Challenge Series, Part I

Posted by Guest Contributor on May 29, 2014

To enhance Array's strong design culture and provide a forum for mentorship, the firm's practice area leaders began a 3D Design Challenge series. Staff members formally submitted design concepts for.....READ MORE

Topics: Continuous Improvement, makerbot, 3D printing

C-Suite Knowledge Sharing Across the Healthcare Design Industry

Posted by Guest Contributor on May 23, 2014

Each year, three hot topics affecting the feasibility, design and operation of Healthcare projects are brought to a broad group representing advisors, architects, administrators and operators. 

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Topics: Healthcare Design, Knowledge Sharing, Deloitte, operational efficiencies, big data, hospital merger, Cost Reduction Strategies

Firm Reflection and View to the Future of Designing for Healthcare

Posted by Guest Contributor on May 07, 2014

I am often asked my thoughts on where I see Array’s practice five years out, causing me to reflect on from where the firm has come. Our founders were once part of the design arm of one of the.....READ MORE

Topics: Continuous Improvement, Healthcare, Integrated Project Design/Delivery (IPD)

Implementing Continuous Improvement on a Daily Basis at Array

Posted by Jonathan Bykowski on Apr 24, 2014

In an effort to improve communication and efficiency amongst our designers, and to ensure that our team is happy with the work they are doing, a daily “huddle” has been implemented.The design team.....READ MORE

Topics: Planning, Architecture, communication, Lean, Healthcare Design, Teamwork, Continuous Improvement

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