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Altus Architectural Studios
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Comprehensive
Healthcare Design

From strategic master planning to detailed interior design, we deliver end-to-end solutions that transform healthcare facilities into healing environments.

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Human-Centered, Healing Environments

Architecture

Our approach encourages dialogue and collaboration, investing end-users in the overall design process. Healthcare design must be flexible and forward-thinking to meet shifting needs and budgetary constraints.

Evidence-based design, LEAN principles, and technology-driven optimization deliver efficiencies and quality results for our clients.

Capabilities

  • Schematic Design & Design Development
  • Programming & Space Planning
  • Construction Documents & Administration
  • Technology & Security Planning
  • Sustainable Design & LEED Certification
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An Eye to the Future

Master Planning

Master planning is the comprehensive roadmap to achieving a client's vision today and sets the stage for endless possibilities to come. It's a long-term strategy flexible enough to evolve as needs change.

Rapid change in the healthcare industry requires organizations to be agile. We believe master plans should be the same: meeting today's needs while keeping a clear eye on the future.

Capabilities

  • Strategic Campus Planning
  • Flexible Growth Strategies
  • Capital Planning & Prioritization
  • Infrastructure Integration
  • Physical Plant Asset Management
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Smart Design. Perfected.

Interior Design

Our integrated interior design approach incorporates thoughtful attention to the client's overall vision, addressing function, durability, sustainability, infection control, and cost.

Our certified interior designers have extensive healthcare experience. Our process is collaborative, creative, and informed by industry best practices while maintaining clear focus on patient experience.

Capabilities

  • Materials & Furnishings Selection
  • Signage & Wayfinding Systems
  • Lighting Design
  • Artwork Curation & Selection
  • Infection Control Considerations
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Data-Driven Decision Making

Facility Assessments

A Facility Condition Assessment analyzes the condition of a facility in terms of age, design, construction methods, and materials. With limited capital available, accurate data is essential.

Our proprietary technology expedites and accurately captures facility condition data so you can make informed, timely decisions about your healthcare infrastructure.

Capabilities

  • Internal & External Asset Evaluation
  • Deferred Maintenance Cost Estimation
  • Effective Age & Lifespan Forecasting
  • Code Deficiency Identification
  • Capital Planning Recommendations
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Integrated Digital Delivery

BIM Management

Our BIM management services coordinate complex healthcare projects through intelligent 3D modeling. We ensure all disciplines work from a single source of truth, reducing conflicts and improving construction outcomes.

Building Information Modeling is more than software—it's a collaborative process that brings clarity to complex healthcare projects from concept through facility management.

Capabilities

  • 3D Coordination & Clash Detection
  • Model Standards & Protocols
  • Construction Document Integration
  • Facility Management Handoff
  • Virtual Reality Walkthroughs
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Full-Service Healthcare Design

From initial planning through construction administration, we provide comprehensive design services tailored to the unique demands of healthcare environments.

Patient Care

20 areas

  • Alzheimer's & Dementia

    Memory care units with secure wayfinding and calming environments

  • Bariatric

    Specialized spaces with reinforced equipment and wider clearances

  • Burn Trauma

    Sterile treatment areas with precise climate and infection control

  • Cesarean Delivery

    Surgical suites optimized for rapid response and family presence

  • Child Behavioral

    Safe, therapeutic environments for pediatric mental health

  • Forensic

    Secure psychiatric units balancing safety with dignity

  • Geriatric

    Age-friendly design supporting mobility and cognitive needs

  • Hospice

    Peaceful spaces honoring comfort and family connection

  • Inpatient

    Acute care rooms designed for healing and clinical efficiency

  • Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

    Critical care environments with maximum visibility and access

  • Labor Delivery Recovery (LDR)

    Family-centered birthing suites from labor through recovery

  • Neonatal Intensive Care (NICU)

    Protective environments for premature and critically ill newborns

  • Nursery

    Safe newborn care areas adjacent to postpartum units

  • Obstetrical

    Comprehensive maternity services from prenatal to postpartum

  • Oncology

    Cancer treatment spaces designed for extended patient stays

  • Outpatient

    Efficient ambulatory care for same-day services

  • Patient Room

    Private rooms optimizing rest, safety, and caregiver access

  • Pediatric

    Child-friendly spaces reducing anxiety and supporting families

  • Protective Environment (PE)

    Positive-pressure rooms for immunocompromised patients

  • Skilled Nursing

    Long-term care facilities promoting independence and quality of life

Diagnostics & Treatment

16 areas

  • Behavioral Health

    Mental health treatment spaces emphasizing safety and calm

  • Endoscopy

    Procedure suites with efficient patient flow and recovery

  • Emergency Department (ED)

    Rapid triage and treatment zones for acute care

  • Exam Room

    Flexible clinical spaces for consultations and assessments

  • Gastrointestinal

    Specialized suites for digestive system procedures

  • Holding Area

    Pre- and post-procedure spaces for patient monitoring

  • Hyperbaric

    Pressurized treatment chambers for wound healing therapy

  • Infusion Therapy

    Comfortable settings for chemotherapy and IV treatments

  • Observation

    Short-stay units for extended monitoring and assessment

  • Radiation Therapy

    Shielded treatment vaults with precise equipment positioning

  • Radiology & Imaging

    Diagnostic suites for X-ray, CT, MRI, and ultrasound

  • Recovery Area

    Post-anesthesia care units for safe patient awakening

  • Rehabilitation

    Therapy gyms and treatment rooms for physical recovery

  • Respiratory Therapy

    Pulmonary treatment and testing facilities

  • Surgical

    Operating rooms with laminar flow and advanced technology

  • Telemedicine

    Virtual care spaces connecting patients with remote providers

Patient Support

8 areas

  • Blood Draw

    Phlebotomy stations designed for patient comfort and efficiency

  • Chapel

    Interfaith meditation spaces for spiritual support

  • Day Spaces

    Social areas promoting patient activity and interaction

  • Dining

    Nutritious meal service areas for patients and families

  • Food & Nutrition

    Kitchen and dietary facilities supporting therapeutic diets

  • Laboratory

    Clinical labs for specimen analysis and diagnostics

  • Pharmacy

    Medication dispensing and compounding facilities

  • Specimen Collection

    Sample collection areas ensuring accuracy and privacy

General Support

10 areas

  • Body Holding

    Dignified spaces for deceased patient care

  • Engineering & Maintenance

    Facilities supporting building operations and repairs

  • Environmental

    Housekeeping and sanitation service areas

  • General Storage

    Organized supply rooms for equipment and materials

  • General Stores

    Central receiving and distribution facilities

  • Linen

    Clean and soiled linen processing and storage

  • Materials Management

    Supply chain logistics and inventory control

  • Morgue

    Autopsy and body storage with proper refrigeration

  • Sterile Processing

    Instrument decontamination and sterilization facilities

  • Waste Management

    Medical waste handling and disposal systems

Public & Admin

10 areas

  • Administration

    Executive offices and business operations spaces

  • Entrances

    Welcoming arrival points with clear wayfinding

  • Lobby

    Main gathering areas setting the tone for patient experience

  • Public Areas

    Corridors and common spaces for circulation and respite

  • Public Toilet

    Accessible restrooms meeting ADA requirements

  • Reception

    Front desk areas for greeting and directing visitors

  • Recreation & Playground

    Outdoor and indoor activity spaces for wellness

  • Registration

    Patient check-in areas streamlining admissions

  • Security

    Command centers and checkpoints ensuring safety

  • Waiting Area

    Comfortable seating zones reducing patient anxiety

Building Systems

8 areas

  • Comms & Technology

    Network infrastructure and communication systems

  • Electrical

    Power distribution with emergency backup systems

  • General Storage

    Building maintenance equipment and supply rooms

  • HVAC

    Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning for infection control

  • Information Technology (IT)

    Server rooms and data center infrastructure

  • Mechanical

    Equipment rooms housing critical building systems

  • Plumbing

    Medical gas, water, and waste piping systems

  • Safety & Security

    Fire protection, access control, and surveillance systems

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