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Exploring the Evidence for IIDA
November 18, 2006—Recent presentations of CHER studies include "Exploring the Evidence", a CEU program prepared for the Carolina's IIDA City Centers in early 2006 by Jane Rohde, AIA, FIIDA, ACHA, AAHID. This program includes information and summaries on four completed studies; The Nature and Rate of Change in Hospital Laboratories, The Use of Single Patient Rooms vs. Multiple Occupancy Rooms in Acute Care Environments, Color in Healthcare Environments, and Limiting the Spread of Infection in Healthcare Environments. "Exploring the Evidence" has continued to be developed into a Webinar reaching design professionals and health systems around the country. Thanks to the support of Bentley Prince Street and Herman Miller for Healthcare, the Webinars will continue into 2007....

Designing the 21st Century Hospital: Healing from the Inside Out (PDF)
Environmental Leadership for Healthier Patients, Facilities, and Communities
October 31, 2006—On behalf of the International Interior Design Association (IIDA), Jane Rohde, FIIDA, Principal of JSR Associates, Inc., Ellicott City, Maryland attended DESIGNING THE 21ST CENTURY HOSPITAL: Environmental Leadership for Healthier Patients, Facilities, and Communities, held in Hackensack, New Jersey this past September.

Senior Housing in Boulder City
JSR is now developing a senior housing care model for a sustainable design for Boulder City, Nevada, which includes for sale housing for adult living, market rate apartments, future HUD202 apartments, community building/club house, and "Green House Project" based extended care. The floor plans for adult living single family homes and independent living apartments are now being reviewed to support adaptability and aging in place. The clubhouse/community building includes retail, café, and activity/meeting rooms that will also be utilized by the community at-large. The goal of the Boulder City community is to be integrated with the fabric of the existing town.

June 2006: AAHID Announces 5 New Interior Designers
AAHID has had an exciting year since NeoCon 2005's induction of their 50 Founding Members. The examination and first round of testing has been completed, and AAHID is proud to annouce five new AAHID certified interior designers! KI hosted the second annual reception for AAHID to recognize the accomplishments and newly certified interior designers. For more information on the American Academy of Healthcare Interior Designers go to www.aahid.org. The next test will be held in October and July 14, 2006 is the deadline for applications.

JSR and AAHID featured in Furnishings Industry Newsletter
Jane Rohde, of JSR Associates, Inc., and American Academy of Healthcare Interior Designers (AAHID) was featured in the September 5, 2005 issue of the Monday Morning Quarterback (PDF), the newsletter of the contract furnishings industry.

Patapsco Woodworks Announces Access Table
Patapsco Woodworks, Inc., a furniture design studio affiliated with JSR Associates, Inc. has received the patent for the Access Table, a table that allows those seated in wheelchairs to utilize the same table as someone seated in a chair.

Yoga Center Feasibility Study
July 15, 2004—JSR Associates, Inc., completes feasibility study for Yoga Center. The goal of the space is to minimize materials, while providing a spa like environment. The entry provides a flowing water feature provides a calming affect as a yoga student comes from the hectic world into transitional space that leads to peaceful relaxing space. Traditional office space is converted to the “diffusion” room through the utilization of tatami mats and low table. JSR Associates, Inc., specializes in spa, wellness, and healthcare environments...

Patapsco Woodworks: Access Table
June 9, 2004—Patapsco Woodworks, Inc., a furniture design studio affiliated with JSR Associates, Inc. has received the patent for the Access Table, a table that allows those seated in wheelchairs to utilize the same table as someone seated in a chair...

LEED Accreditation: Greening of Healthcare Materials
Jane Rohde, FIIDA, AIA, ACHA, NACARB of JSR Associates, Inc. has recently become a LEED accredited professional. LEED is the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design rating system instituted by the United States Green Building Council (USGBC)...

Habitat for Humanity: Blitz Build
Plaquemine, Louisiana, April 2, 2003—Five homes were built in a single week as JSR Associates, Inc. partnered with Habitat for Humanity on "Blitz Build." Also part of the crew were several architectural students including Shelby Doucet (Univ. of Louisiana at Lafayette) winner of the Vinyl Institutes Student Competition coordinated by JSR Associates...

Materials Selection in Healthcare Design
Arlington, VA, April 15, 2002—Interior designers specializing in healthcare facility design say the most important criteria driving their material choices are aesthetics, durability and ease of maintenance, according to a recent survey. The next most important characteristics, in declining order, are client preference and initial cost, followed by cost of maintenance, infection control, ease of installation, access for wheelchairs (specifically regarding flooring materials) and life cycle cost...