Spaces Designed to Heal

Abstract

This study helps to explore the involvement of architecture in healing, and to provide spaces where healing can take place. Every human being has an inner connection with the environment in physical, mental, and emotional aspects. A healing space is a space of one’s own peace created through all our senses. It can be a physical place that incorporates calming elements to create a peaceful tranquility in the environment. So that our bodies can feel relaxed and start to rejuvenate and give us a positive energy to work well. This concept does not propose that architecture itself has the ability to heal. But it can provide a platform for other natural factors like sound, light, colour, privacy, and views, to promote a healing environment that affects the physical and psychological healing of patients. This idea is concerned about how physical healthcare environment can make a difference in rapid recovery of the patients. The study includes different techniques through which healing environments can be achieved inside and outside the healthcare buildings through planning, orientation, mass, site, interior and exterior, views, and social spaces.