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Bold Biophilic Design – Benefits of Wood in Healthcare Environments

Designers are recognizing the biophilic benefits of wood in healthcare environments. It has been proven that elements such as wood can improve comfort, reduce stress, and potentially contribute to improved health indicators.

Surrey Memorial Hospital greets patients and visitors to its emergency department with bold glulam timber columns that provide warmth to this large institutional space.

To read more on Timber Tonic: How Wood and Natural Materials Can Transform Healthcare Facility Design, click here.

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