Emergency Departments

We program and design resilient emergency departments shaped by the communities they serve.
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Emergency departments built for clarity, speed, and safety

We design EDs that reduce stress, improve access, and strengthen care delivery. From clear arrival paths to flexible treatment models, we help hospitals respond to evolving acuity, improve throughput, and create safer, more supportive environments for patients during times of critical need.

900

+

emergency treatment bays

30

+

emergency departments designed

3

Level 1 trauma centers
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Access

First impressions shape the entire ED experience

A patient’s experience begins before they reach the door. We design arrival sequences that reduce stress with clear separation of ambulance, walk-in, and hospital entrances, intuitive wayfinding, and convenient parking directly adjacent to the ED. These elements support faster triage, safer operations, and calmer transitions during moments of uncertainty. By improving clarity and flow from the start, hospitals can better manage throughput and reduce bottlenecks at peak times.
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Spaces that adapt to unpredictable patient demand

Today’s EDs must be resilient and ready for anything—shifts in acuity, behavioral health needs, geriatric care, pediatric cases, and rapidly changing volumes. We plan flexible treatment zones, universal rooms, split-flow models, rapid triage spaces, and vertical assessment areas that help teams handle surges while maintaining safety and efficiency. Our work focuses on giving hospitals the tools to respond quickly to real-time conditions without sacrificing care quality.

Safety

Environments that protect patients, staff, and caregivers

Behavioral health needs are rising across EDs, requiring dedicated, safe spaces that did not historically exist. We design environments that support patient dignity while protecting staff, including specialized entries, secure treatment areas, and adaptable rooms for patients with concurrent medical and behavioral needs. Our approach strengthens safety protocols, reduces risk, and helps care teams focus on delivering the right care at the right moment.
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