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advantages of evidence-based design Links to an external site.

intro, examples, biggest impacts, how, resources to learn more

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evidence-based design in and beyond healthcare Links to an external site.

defines EBD, where it came from, where it is now, where it's headed

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evidence-based design influences interior design Links to an external site.

describes what EBD is, its value and application (specifically addresses the field of education)

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evidence-based design for supportive environments Links to an external site.

definition, nice chart showing specific outcomes, importance in multiple project types, breaks down the EBD process

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evidence-based design accreditation and certification (EDAC) Links to an external site.

into to EDAC certification, overview of exam, who should take it, why get certified, study materials

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evidence-based design journal Links to an external site.

entire website dedicated to the practice of EBD, articles color-coded based on type

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using evidence-based environmental design to enhance safety and quality Links to an external site.

argument for EBD in hospitals, some of the positive outcomes represented in charts, lots of statistics

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EDAC study guides Links to an external site.

study material for EDAC certification that also serves as a great source of introductory information to EBD

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evidence-based design for interior designers Links to an external site.

Nussbaumer (2009)

how designers conduct research and use it to achieve optimal design solutions, covers foundation of EBD, data collection, environmental considerations, and drawing conclusions

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evidence-based design: a process for research and writing Links to an external site.

Kopec et. al. (2012)

guide for the process of writing a robust, research-based document geared towards empirical design research, more of a writing aid than a design tool

research-inspired design : a step-by-step guide for interior designers Links to an external site.

Robinson, Parman (2010)

how research should inform design, types of materials available, how to differentiate and apply various material

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a practitioner's guide to evidence-based design Links to an external site.

Harris, et. al. (2008)

access to first 18 pgs of a book dedicated to EBD, includes definition, what kind of evidence to look for, etc.

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evidence-based design for multiple building types Links to an external site.

Hamilton, Watkins (2009)

origins of EBD, introduces the concept of evidence-based design and its use in the creation of high performance environments, how to apply critical research and observation, specific applications and case study examples

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a visual reference for evidence-based design Links to an external site.

Malkin (2008)

best practices available today in patient-centered projects, research and case studies, step-by-step guide to creating a research agenda

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design tools for evidence-based healthcare design Links to an external site.

Phiri (2015)

discusses tools, design quality and excellence, various stages of a building’s life, illustrated case studies

evidence-based design : healthcare architecture Links to an external site.