Architecture that’s built to heal | Michael Murphy

Background

Michael Murphy is an architect who spearheads designing of programs and related research and has helped in transforming architecture into a healing profession though construction of hospitals.

Genre

An oral presentation

Purpose

To show how the architects can contribute to the healing process of patients by designing hospitals that provide an environment that promotes the healing process.

Audience

Attendances at TED conference with architects as the main target

Medium

An oral presentation in video form

Key concepts

Architect can have a human touch through transforming designing of hospitals in ways that encourage the healing process including mental health issues.

Summary

The architectural design of hospitals should aid in the healing process of patients. Architecture profession has a role in transforming the health sector including provision of mental health services.