REQUEST A QUOTE Mass production. Customization. A lot of folks will tell you those two worlds are separate. Well, luckily, we’re not a lot of folks. Working with Shield is unique in that we’re able to bring custom elements into a mass production world. We’re designers. We’re former architects. We come from the construction world. We’re…
How a hospital and its spaces are designed greatly impacts patient care. Medical procedures can be a high stress situation for patients—fear of the outcome of the procedure, separation from family, anticipating pain or discomfort. Having a space that aids in recovery and relaxation is crucial. Philips recently introduced its Ambient Experience Preparation and Recovery Bay…
The University of Kansas Health System worked with Pulse Design Group, Kelly Construction and Shield Casework to renovate cleanrooms within four of the health system’s cancer sites. These cleanrooms are where patient drugs are prepared. They require special care and attention to help ensure the safety of staff, who are at risk of coming in contact…
Hospitals are the third leading cause of death in the U.S., according to a 2016 study by John Hopkins Medicine researches that said more than 250,000 people die each year due to preventable healthcare errors. If there were ever a time to place utmost attention on improving safety and accuracy in healthcare, it’s now. The question…
Hospital clean rooms necessitate the best materials that will maintain cleanliness, boost efficiency and save time and money. Pass throughs are common in most clean rooms due to their workflow improvements, but they aren’t always designed in the most effective way with the most effective material. Many pass throughs utilize stainless steel, which is a durable,…
Design is not just making something visually appealing. When done well, design results in a product that is both purposeful and beautiful. Good design can improve clinical spaces immensely, which is something we and our clients have experienced firsthand. Our mobile infusion carts for University of Minnesota Health and our headwall for Advocate Lutheran General Hospital both took a product…
All health environments need care and attention to keep them safe for users, but operating rooms require a special level of upkeep. With each new patient comes a number of steps that must occur to ensure maximum cleanliness and security for the next person. However, OR surgeons often face high pressures to improve OR efficiency. “For health…
Not all solid surfaces are created equal. Manufacturers tend to regard acrylic solid surface as a better product than polyester, as it’s more durable, easier to maintain and easier to fabricate. Likewise, certain colors of solid surfaces are better for certain environments. Here are a few general guidelines on how to choose solid surface colors to…
“The way something looks is the last thing we figure out.” —Alexander Isley…
A well-known cultural and art institute, the Getty identifies nine main principles of design that artists use in their work: balance, emphasis, movement, pattern, repetition, proportion, rhythm, variety and unity. Not every design does nor should use every principle, but the way artists and designers use these principles greatly contributes to the success and appeal of their…