# Hotel-Inspired Hospitals The Circle Reading Hospital Aims to Create a Hotel-Like Atmosphere By Rebecca Byers | Published 2015-03-02 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/circle-reading-hospital References: [archdaily](http://www.archdaily.com/599800/circle-reading-hospital-brydenwood/) & [brydenwood](http://www.brydenwood.co.uk/) The [Circle Reading Hospital](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/c4-energy-drinks) by Brydenwood Architects is a beautiful healthcare center aiming to replicate a hotel experience. Rather than a typical hospital experience, the Circle Reading Hospital is meant to be a welcoming, warm environment that offers breathtaking views and an atmosphere conducive to healing. All rooms at the Circle Reading Hospital have windows that face the inner courtyard, offering a glimpse of the center's [green roof](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carcavelos-health-complex), which has proven important in the recovery process. The hospital also boasts a stunning double height atrium and a restaurant that add to the [hotel-like atmosphere](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inns-of-aurora). The Circle Reading Hospital is an innovative design by Brydenwood that incorporates recent studies regarding the link between a patient's environment and their success in the recovery process. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 20% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Hotel-inspired Healthcare:** Opportunity to create healthcare facilities that prioritize patient comfort and well-being by emulating the luxury and ambiance of a hotel. - **Healing Environment Design:** Potential for designing healthcare spaces that promote healing and well-being through elements like natural light, green spaces, and calming aesthetics. - **Wellness Tourism:** Emerging trend of combining healthcare and leisure experiences, creating opportunities for hospitals and wellness centers to attract tourists seeking rejuvenation and relaxation. ### Where This Applies - **Healthcare:** Innovations in healthcare facilities and design to enhance the patient experience and improve recovery outcomes. - **Architecture and Interior Design:** Opportunities for architects and interior designers to create hospital spaces that prioritize patient comfort and well-being, drawing inspiration from the hospitality industry. - **Hospitality and Tourism:** Integration of healthcare services into hotel-like experiences to cater to the growing demand for wellness-focused travel and leisure. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Therapeutic Architecture Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartland-whole-health-institute.md) - [Large Winter Garden Hospitals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/midland-metropolitan-university-hospital.md) - [Warm Medical Interior Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakv-clinic.md) - [Futuristic Hospital Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jawaher-boston-medical-district.md) - [Hospitality-Inspired Wellness Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/remedy-place1.md) - [Tranquil Psychiatric Clinic Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tempere-psychiatric-clinic.md) - [Healing Architecture Spa Resorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inns-of-aurora.md) - [Town-Like Children's Hospital](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/herzog-de-meuron.md) - [Garden-Centric Health Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carcavelos-health-complex.md)