Design Consideration Guides
Designing meaningful and functional spaces begins with thoughtful planning and attention to detail. From wayfinding and memory care strategies to incorporating local art and optimizing budgets, these guides provide expert insights to help you make informed design decisions. Explore the resources below for practical tips and creative solutions tailored to your next project.
Discover how photography enhances commercial spaces, like healthcare and senior living, by creating comfort, connection, and positive emotions.
See how creative wayfinding techniques like artwork, graphics, and decorative signage can enhance navigation in healthcare and senior living spaces.
Using evidence-based design, ARCH expanded upon the concepts of nature-based, local art to create an uplifting, enriching, and engaging pediatric environment.
Enhance memory care spaces with design strategies that improve navigation, reduce anxiety, and evoke positive emotions through sight, sound, and touch.
Explore the benefits of local art in healthcare and senior living with tips on budgeting and procurement, along with creative ways to incorporate it into your project.
Budgeting for interior signage requires careful planning and industry-specific knowledge. Understanding factors that influence price will ensure you stay on target.
Learn how to budget for artwork and consider how size, image, and material impact cost, quality, quantity, and production time.
Discover the pros and cons of artwork procurement options, where to source local art and the benefits of working with a knowledgeable art consultant.