Design standards. Cutting the costs you don't see.
In an era of hospital cost cutting and reengineering at all levels, it is still important to implement interior design standards in planning, selecting, and arranging the products that affect hospital image and function. Design standards manuals include manufacturer and model of furniture, fixtures, and equipment from desks, chairs, and computer stands to window treatments. This article reviews how to save on interior design costs while keeping a professional healthcare image.
DRS Interiors, Pittsburgh, PA, USA.
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