How Tile Contributes to Better Wellness in Healthcare

 
Sponsored by Emser Tile

Learning Objectives:

  1. Identify key areas in healthcare environments where tile can contribute to better wellness.
  2. Describe inherent benefits of tile and how they can help create ideal healthcare environments.
  3. Demonstrate an understanding of how sustainability and biophilic design pertain to tile specification and promoting better wellness.
  4. Recognize the importance of technical specifications and testing as it pertains to tile and material selection.

Credits:

HSW
1 AIA LU/HSW
IDCEC
1 IDCEC CEU/HSW
GBCI
1 GBCI CE Hour
ICC
0.1 ICC CEU
IACET
0.1 IACET CEU*
AIBD
1 AIBD P-CE
AAA
AAA 1 Structured Learning Hour
AANB
This course can be self-reported to the AANB, as per their CE Guidelines
AAPEI
AAPEI 1 Structured Learning Hour
MAA
MAA 1 Structured Learning Hour
NLAA
This course can be self-reported to the NLAA.
NSAA
This course can be self-reported to the NSAA
NWTAA
NWTAA 1 Structured Learning Hour
OAA
OAA 1 Learning Hour
SAA
SAA 1 Hour of Core Learning
 
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Course may qualify for Learning Hours with NWTAA
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Historically, healthcare is a stable construction market with steady growth in the face of economic fluctuations. In the healthcare market, shifting demographics, deferred maintenance, aging buildings, new technologies and major changes in the delivery of healthcare services all drive the continued need for facility renovation and construction projects. There have been a few pauses over the years, but the market for healthcare design and construction services has been reliably strong, and it shows no signs of slowing.

With that in mind, healthcare professionals have long advocated for design features thought to benefit health and well-being, such as natural light, material specification, ventilation, space between patients, etc. and healthcare facilities represent one of the most innovative sectors in the flooring market. While there are certain set parameters in place for safety, the segment also offers broad opportunities for thoughtful design.

Today, we will further explore the title topic, How Tile Contributes to Better Wellness in Healthcare, knowing that construction and facility renovation remains top of mind. And the desire for design solutions which offer benefits of wellness has never been more important. The pandemic experience had a clear influence on making healthcare environments easier to clean and maintain, most strikingly regarding materials specification.

Tile Wellness Healthcare

Photo courtesy of Peter Molick

 

Emser Tile

Established in 1968, Emser Tile, headquartered in Los Angeles, is the leading designer, marketer and producer of the world’s finest tile and natural stone. By offering unparalleled service and a dynamic selection of products, Emser is one of the most comprehensive sources for interior and exterior products that include porcelain, ceramic, metal, glass, quarry, decorative accents and mosaics, cut-to-size stone, setting materials, and custom manufactured products made to your specifications.

Emser products are designed for both residential and commercial projects. Emser’s nationwide locations plus four, state of the art distribution centers and over 3 million square feet of warehousing space, combine national presence with local service. This allows us to respond to the changing trends and technology.

 

Originally published in July 2023

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