With 2024 almost to a close, we asked our members of the Nursing Institute of Healthcare Design to reflect on their favorite healthcare products, designs, and trends that will surely kickstart an aspirational New Year.
Visicare
“It’s an affordable and stylish whiteboard solution for both new construction and renovations.”
– Kristina Krail
Coowoz Large Travel Backpack
“This is my absolute FAVORITE travel item. It has a padded slot for a laptop and waterproof compartments etc. the straps are padded, it washes perfectly and I can fit DAYS worth of things in here without issue. It has a strap in the back to attach to your roller bag handle. This has been my favorite travel item of 2024!”
– Kate Newcomb-Desanto
Allbirds
“My favorite-personal, clinical practice (caregivers on their feet all day), and work travel is “Allbirds”. They are shoes that are sustainable and comfortable. They are made from tree bark. They have multiple accolades because of their comfort, durability, and variety. Every pair comes with inserts which are washable, as are the shoes, so those who prefer can wear the shoes without socks. Added bonus: a 30-day trial!”
–Julie Dumser
Rothy’s Bucket Bag
“A travel hero, this bag is machine washable from marine plastics while being effortlessly chic from work to happy hour. There is a top handle and sling to choose your carrying preference with a spacious interior big enough to hold a 15” laptop. I have received so many compliments on this bag and even at a couple years and thousands of miles, it looks brand new.”
– Elizabeth Johnson
Openings Studio from Assa Abloy
“If there is one element that can ruin a successful project handover, it’s doors and access control! After many challenging projects, I recently had the opportunity to work with ASSA ABLOY and their Openings Studio team where each door, locking mechanism, and access control were all maintained in a central interactive application. By simply scanning the QR code located on the door’s jamb, a user has all of the information about that doorway directly at their fingertips! This makes maintenance, programming, overriding, etc. a quick and painless process. Parts for repairs are listed and can be ordered right from the app to improve uptime and minimize user interruptions, as well as the ability to conduct regulatory required fire safety inspections right in the application. I will be definitely making sure that all of my future projects know about this service right from the very beginning of conception.”
– Kevin Meek
Innerscene Circadian Sky
“Bring sunshine into your healthcare spaces, no matter the weather or season, through Circadian Sky. We are integrating them as skylights that will not only be attractive visually but reduce the stress for our patients and staff.”
– Elizabeth Johnson
Above: Image courtesy of Innerscene (www.innerscene.com/products/circadian-sky)