Design | Healthcare

Commercial Millwork in Healthcare Settings: Beyond Functionality

January 18, 2024 by

In the realm of healthcare design, the role of commercial millwork extends far beyond mere functionality. The integration of aesthetically pleasing millwork solutions not only enhances the visual appeal of healthcare settings but also contributes to the overall well-being of patients and staff. Setting the Scene: A Healing Environment Healthcare environments are traditionally associated with sterile and clinical aesthetics. However, … Read More

Design

5 Casework Trends to Watch for in 2024

December 19, 2023 by
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As we step into the new year, the world of interior design is evolving, and casework is no exception. The year 2024 promises to bring exciting developments in casework trends that will redefine spaces and elevate functionality. Let’s delve into the key trends to watch for in the upcoming year. 1. Multifunctional Solutions Firstly, in 2024, the demand for versatility … Read More

Education

Maximizing Classroom Space: The Role of Casework in Today’s Learning Environment

August 9, 2023 by

As students and teachers gear up for the new school year, maximizing classroom space is a top priority. The role of casework, an important component of classroom design, is often underestimated. But the right casework solution can significantly enhance learning environments, providing more than just storage. It can foster collaboration, engagement, and productivity among students. To demonstrate, let’s explore how. … Read More

Design | Healthcare

Analysis: Prefabrication and Modular Construction 2020 SmartMarket Report

November 5, 2020 by

Dodg Data & Analytics’ Prefabrication and Modular Construction 2020 SmartMarket Report gives us a huge amount of insight into the benefits of prefabrication as well as what the future for it looks like. The report, over 60 pages long, explores several different angles and industries. Here we can see just how much the prefabrication market is changing, as well as … Read More

Healthcare

The Importance of Prefabrication and Evidence-Based Design in Healthcare Crises

March 30, 2020 by

Flattening the Curve The race to create hospital beds across America is on as the COVID-19 threat grows into a larger crisis than previous expectations. As cities enforce Stay at Home orders, Americans are quarantining in an effort to ‘flatten the curve.’ In other words, reduce the rate of infection to prevent healthcare systems from overwhelming. Even with these efforts, … Read More

Design | Healthcare

Hospital Headwall Industry Growth Shown in New Market Forecast

March 1, 2020 by

With a booming market and expanding hospital and healthcare industry, the future of hospital headwalls looks promising. In a newly released report called Medical Headwalls Market to 2027 – Global Analysis and Forecasts by Product Type; Application and Geography by The Insight Partners, they expect “the global medical headwalls market to reach $1,318.68 million in 2027 from $826.80 million in 2018” (ReportLinker). It’s clear … Read More

Healthcare | SWA

Building Walls | A Nashville Medical News Article

June 12, 2019 by

This month, Steve Ward and Associates and ForWard Headwall are featured in Nashville Medical News. To sum it up, the article “Building Walls” features a few key quotes from our CEO, Andrew Ward, and some background of what ForWard Headwall is and how it came to be. Moreover, here is a snippet from the article: SWA Brings Innovation, Savings to … Read More

Design | Healthcare | SWA

A Case Study on ForWard Pre-Manufactured Modular Headwalls

November 28, 2018 by

For nearly 30 years, Steve Ward and Associates, Inc. has been installing headwalls. This is in conjunction with their award-winning millwork and casework in healthcare facilities throughout the country. Like others who serve the healthcare industry, SWA Inc. typically installed ¾” thick plastic laminate panels on top of traditional “stick-and-drywall” construction. After participating in the LEAN Management Program, SWA Inc. comes … Read More

Education

Creating Educational Spaces Using Evidence-Based Design

November 1, 2018 by

Evidence-based design (EBD) has been around for years in the healthcare industry. It is a technique used in the process of designing spaces people typically go to feel better. However, EBD applies to areas not commonly known for their treatments or furnishings. In these spaces, the effects are just as apparent. In fact, we’ve got the test scores to prove it. … Read More

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