# Haute Healthcare Hospitals are being redesigned with aesthetics in mind. By [Katherinev123](https://www.trendhunter.com/katherine), Contributing Editor | Published Oct 26, 2011, updated Nov 1, 2011 | Category: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/lifestyle-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/haute-healthcare ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.0/10 - Evidence articles: 5 ## What is the Haute Healthcare trend? **Haute Healthcare:** To provide an image of cleanliness and order, hospitals have traditionally been designed to be as pristine and white as possible. Perhaps, however, what patients really need as they recover is a warm, inviting environment; accordingly, some hospitals are being designed for this purpose. On the other hand, some healthcare centers are being designed for earth-friendly sustainability, while still others have designs based on elements that please the senses. Whatever the design orientation, today’s haute hospitals definitely augment the healing process. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 5 featured examples - Articles from: Jan 6 to Jul 15, 2011 - Published: Oct 26, 2011 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence), [Reduction](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/reduction) - Megatrends: [Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/simplicity), [Naturality](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/naturality), [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Themes within the Haute Healthcare trend ### Hospitality-Inspired Healthcare Design Hospitals are shifting to a more welcoming and comfortable design to enhance the healing process. ### Eco-Friendly Healthcare Facilities Hospitals are incorporating sustainable design elements and using locally sourced materials to reduce their carbon footprint. ### Socially Responsible Healthcare Design Firms are emphasizing social good through healthcare design, which appeals to consumers with good core values. ## What the Haute Healthcare trend means for industry ### For Architecture and Design Hospitals and healthcare facilities require design expertise that is able to balance practicality with aesthetics. ### For Sustainable Building Materials Sustainable materials suppliers have an opportunity to provide materials that meet eco-friendly healthcare design standards. ### For Social Entrepreneurship The emphasis on social responsibility in healthcare design creates opportunities for companies with a commitment to giving back to society. ## Trend signals for Haute Healthcare Trend score 3.0 out of 10, from popularity 32%, activity 49%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 32% - Activity: 49% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Haute Healthcare trend 5 featured examples from Jan 6 to Jul 15, 2011. - [Boutique Hotel Hospitals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birmingham-young-persons-unit): 'Two Create' Makes the Birmingham Young Persons Unit Hip and Livable (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Interior design companies can explore the trend towards creating healthcare facilities with a hospitality theme, offering innovative design solutions for modern healthcare facilit… - [Natural Healing Havens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jurong-general-hospital): The Jurong General Hospital Prescribes Fesh Air and Greenery for the Sick (Category: Eco) Implication: Opportunity to revolutionize hospital design by incorporating natural elements for improved patient experience. - [Homey Hospitals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magies-centre): Maggie's Centre is Given a Contemporary Renovation and Extension (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Innovating the healthcare industry with a focus on designing spaces that reflect the needs of patients and provide them with comfort and care. - [Humanitarian Hospital Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/butaro-hospital): Butaro Hospital is a Rwandan Hospital Built With Heart (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Opportunities for sustainable and socially responsible architectural design and construction projects. - [Enviro Hospital Complexes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laguna-honda): The Laguna Honda is California's First Leed Hospital (Category: Eco) Implication: Improving patient well-being and treatment outcomes through facilities that prioritize sustainability and additional amenities. ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) - [Source Signatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/oak-finish-whiskey) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Lifestyle - [Mystery Packaging Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cow-not-laughing) - [Multi-Benefit Protein Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comes-in-three-flavors) - [Creator-Led Learning Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/learning-series) - [Accessible Fintech Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chequing-account) All articles: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle)