Shepley Bulfinch Experts Give Guided Tour at AIA25
Principals Janette Blackburn, FAIA, LEED AP, and Uma Ramanathan, FAIA, LEED AP, will lead a one-of-a-kind tour at the 2025 AIA national conference. This event will showcase cutting-edge advancements in healthcare and health sciences education.
Janette and Uma will bring their project expertise to guide attendees through an exploration of two world-renowned institutions: Boston Children’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School’s Countway Library of Medicine. Join the tour for insights into the design and functionality of these facilities, their evolution over the decades, and the unique relationship between healthcare facilities and medical education.
Learning outcomes will include:
- Context: Compare and contrast the design and functionality of a leading healthcare facility and a premier health sciences education environment.
- Design Outcomes: Identify key architectural and operational strategies that enhance patient care and educational outcomes.
- Holistic Wellness: Discuss the roles of universal access, sustainability, and wellness in the design and operation of healthcare and health sciences facilities.
- Applications: Create innovative design solutions to create environments that support health, safety, and welfare.
This tour will be held Friday, June 6, 2025 at 1:30PM ET. Register for AIA25 to sign up for the tour.