Sustainable Design for Healing: Structural and Psychotherapeutic Principles in the Architectural Design of Modern Clinics

Abstract

Modern healthcare clinics are places that significantly impact the mental and emotional states of patients during their treatment process. Poor design of these spaces, without considering the needs of patients and their companions, can increase anxiety and fear, which, if not properly managed, can jeopardize the health of patients and even exacerbate their conditions. This research, focusing on sustainable architecture, explores the structural aspects of healthcare clinics and their psychological and social impacts. The goal is to provide strategies for designing clinics that, in addition to meeting basic needs, align with the psychological and social characteristics of patients. Attention to factors such as lighting, form, color, ventilation, and visual appeal in these clinics can improve the treatment environment and enhance the feeling of tranquility. This paper adopts an innovative approach by examining the relationship between environmental psychology and architectural creativity in the design of modern clinics. The research is qualitative, with data collected through literature reviews, surveys, and interviews. The findings indicate that architectural design that addresses the psychological and social needs of patients can contribute to improved treatment outcomes and enhance their mental and social well-being.