Earn 1.0 LU|HSW
Presented by the Academy of Architecture for Health
With 34% increase in Hospital days and 25% Outpatient growth predicted over the next 10 years, behavioral health is the fastest growing service line in pediatrics. Strategies to accommodate this growth will be a huge factor in being able to effectively provide care. This session will take a comprehensive, systems-based approach to defining care delivery and provide examples at each point in the spectrum of care. We will explore trauma informed design using salutogenic strategies using a case study of the award-winning William K. Schubert M.D. Mental Health Center on Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center’s College Hill Campus. Proud to be the largest pediatric inpatient behavioral hospital in the US, this facility used salutogenic and evidence-based strategies to develop an advanced care model that is having a positive impact on patient outcomes. The model of care is embodied in the landscape, architecture, and interior design. We will also discuss the importance of studying design post occupancy and share results from our ongoing post occupancy study conducted in partnership with Clemson University Architecture and Health Program and how this project is informing the development of a pediatric behavioral health toolkit.
Meet the Speakers
Angela Mazzi, FAIA, FACHA, EDAC, Principal and Senior Medical Planner, GBBN Architects
Angela’s research on milieu space in behavioral health is setting a standard in the industry for care. Her work ranges from emergency care and crisis intervention through outpatient, partial hospitalization, inpatient and neurobehavioral design. She has combined this with research linking wellness (salutogenesis). A frequent speaker, published author, guest lecturer, and studio critic, Angela has been invited twice by the Center for Health Design to share her research at their annual Behavioral Health Workshop. She is past president of the American College of Healthcare Architects and AIA Cincinnati, currently on the AIA Ohio Board, and a peer reviewer for Health Environment Research and Design (HERD) Journal. Her work has been recognized with the 2022 HCD10 Top Architect Award and 2024 AIA Ohio Gold Medal.
Scott Vidourek, LEED AP Principal, GBBN Architects
With over 20 years of architectural expertise, Scott transforms design concepts into reality, helping GBBN’s healthcare clients visualize optimal solutions. He guides design teams through the refinement process, ensuring every detail aligns with the original vision and results in a well-crafted build. Collaborating with designers, clinical staff, consultants, and contractors, Scott has delivered impactful behavioral health projects with supportive spaces. He has coordinated closely with owners to develop details that elevate the level of patient and staff safety. He also has experience implementing grant funding for behavioral health to stretch dollars by implementing microprojects.
AIA Members / Allied Members: Free
Assoc. AIA Members / Students: Free
Non-Members: $25