The Hidden Cost of Poor Design in Healthcare Spaces – Ep 70 with Roger Wilkerson

In this episode of Better Buildings for Humans, host Joe Menchefski is joined by Roger Wilkerson, Healthcare Practice Leader at Little Diversified Architectural Consulting. Together, they delve into the fascinating world of healthcare architecture, unpacking the unique challenges and transformative possibilities in designing spaces that heal. Roger shares insights from his rich career, including how healthcare facilities operate like "battleships," requiring intricate planning for safety, complexity, and adaptability. From the critical role of natural light in shortening patient stays and reducing pain medication needs to the surprising evidence behind art and noise reduction in healing environments, Roger explains how design profoundly impacts patients, staff, and families alike. Whether discussing master planning for hospitals' future growth or creating spaces that serve communities with beauty and functionality, Roger highlights the power of architecture to improve lives. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of design, health, and human experience. More About Roger Wilkerson Roger Wilkerson has over 30 years of experience in management and healthcare design. He is highly skilled at business development and administration and cultivating lasting relationships with key decision-makers in the healthcare industry. Roger meets with clients to review performance and consistently finds ways to improve productivity, technology, budgeting, process optimization, and client relations. He has a proven ability to create and lead successful teams that deliver the highest expectations. CONTACT: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roger-wilkerson/ https://www.littleonline.com/leadership/roger-wilkerson/  Where To Find Us: https://bbfhpod.advancedglazings.com/www.advancedglazings.com https://www.linkedin.com/company/better-buildings-for-humans-podcast www.linkedin.com/in/advanced-glazings-ltd-848b4625 https://twitter.com/bbfhpod https://twitter.com/Solera_Daylight https://www.instagram.com/bbfhpod/ https://www.instagram.com/advancedglazingsltd https://www.facebook.com/AdvancedGlazingsltd