“How can we make patients feel at ease?” That’s the question Amy Kraft and her team at UCLA Health Real Estate, Planning, Design & Construction ask themselves every day. We stand here at 10924 Le Conte Ave, Los Angeles, the heart of their mission. It is where innovative healthcare design comes to life.
UCLA Health Real Estate, Planning, Design & Construction is not just about bricks and mortar. It is about creating environments that promote healing and well-being. For over a decade, they have shaped ambulatory clinics across Los Angeles. Each design reflects the unique character of its community. From beachside towns to suburban neighborhoods.
Kraft says the key is consistency. Patients should immediately recognize the quality and care that UCLA Health provides. The Calabasas facilities showcase modern flexible furniture. This commitment to patient comfort is visible throughout their projects.
Consider the details. Comfortable seating that accommodates all patients. Lighting that soothes and relaxes. Even artwork that invites the mind to wander. UCLA Health strives to create spaces that feel like home.
UCLA Health minimizes patient wait times. They face the challenge of limited space in Los Angeles. Their solutions involve creative space utilization. They provide enough staff support. They ensure clinic storage. Above all, they maximize flexibility.
The design team considers how healthcare is evolving. Electronic medical records changed exam room layouts. Now telehealth shapes clinic environments. UCLA Health integrates technology. They ensure rooms serve multiple purposes. Exam rooms adapt for both in-person and virtual consultations.
At UCLA Health’s new neuropsychiatric hospital, mock-up rooms played a crucial role. Physicians and nurses tested every detail. From ceiling fixtures to tamper-resistant hardware. This process ensures patient safety and construction efficiency. Suzanne Kiely, a project manager with UCLA Health real estate, planning design and construction, emphasized confirming design and sequencing details. Similar processes validated patient room design during construction of Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center.
Kraft sums up their mission. They want patients to take a deep breath. They want patients to focus on why they are here. UCLA Health Real Estate, Planning, Design & Construction creates environments for healing.