Homely Design trend

Homely Design trend

Humanising hospitals

Warm and welcoming spaces reflect a  human-centred approach that respects  the privacy and dignity of each individual. Soothing and intimate spaces will be  created using familiar materials and  patterns, ‘just like home’. This will be  particularly powerful for the elderly. Familiar and non-institutional  atmospheres help create soothing,  intimate spaces that protect  individual privacy and dignity,  contributing to a positive patient  journey.

Features

  • Familiar, non-institutional feel  
  • Spaces on a human scale 
  • Spaces with a focus on privacy

Color families

• Pastel

• Natural

• Muted

• Intense

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Projects

Rouen University Hospital

Rouen University Hospital in France kept this guidance top of mind when designing ‘cocoons’ for its infusion centre. The materials and colours convey a sense of peace and intimacy.

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