Architecture of Gregory S. Cavanaugh
Healthcare is in constant motion. Technologies evolve, care models shift, patient expectations change, and crises like pandemics or natural disasters can reshape operations overnight. For facility owners, the challenge is clear: how do you design a healthcare building today that will still serve effectively a decade—or even two decades—into the future? The answer lies in …
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Healthcare spaces have to walk a fine line. Patients need dignity, discretion, and comfort, but staff need clear sightlines, quick access, and oversight across multiple rooms. Lean too far toward privacy and staff efficiency suffers; lean too far toward visibility and patients feel exposed. Architecture’s role is to balance the two in a way that …
Designing for Patient Flow: How Architecture Improves Efficiency in Healthcare Facilities Patient flow is the quiet backbone of healthcare. It’s not just about moving people through hallways or scheduling appointments more tightly—it’s about how every element of the built environment either supports or hinders care. When flow is poor, patients wait too long, staff lose …
Building your own home is one of life’s most exciting projects. It’s a chance to create a space that reflects your lifestyle, your family, and your future. But it’s also a huge investment—and small mistakes made during the design stage can turn into expensive regrets down the line. As an architect, I’ve seen certain patterns …