Supportive Design Theory is a theory designed by Roger Ulrich that explores the ways a designer can utilize the built environment to reduce stress. There are three principles to this theory, Sense of Control, Social Support, and Positive Distractions in physical surroundings. Architecture and design can hinder or promote the healing process. Applying these principles when designing facilities can promote wellness, specifically through the reduction of stress.
This can be implemented through systems that enable the patient to control aspects of the room such as:
These include static stimuli such as:
Active stimuli includes:
Environments that allow social support to happily thrive are key and can be supported through:
