How do you balance the need for materials that will endure constant use with a desire for healthy materials? Katherine and Anna discuss how, through thoughtful evaluation, manufacturer transparency, and evidence-based decision-making, healthcare facilities can create environments that support healing, safety, sustainability, and long-term operational success.

As owners increasingly seek evidence-based design outcomes, Andrea explains how post-occupancy evaluation is becoming an essential practice for creating more adaptable, efficient, and user-centered laboratory environments.