Abstract
Healthcare employees spend a significant amount of time in the workplace, and their wellbeing is often neglected. An excess of job demands and limited resources can negatively impact their physical and psychological wellbeing, ultimately affecting patient wellbeing. Research has shown that Environmental Graphic Design (EGD) or Augmented Reality (AR) technologies can improve the patient experience in hospitals and other healthcare facilities. However, no existing research has explored how these two elements – EGD and AR – might be used to enhance healthcare employees’ wellbeing in this context. To address this gap, this design research has evolved into a multidisciplinary approach. By embracing cross-professional contributions, we explore a series of work recovery interventions (prototypes) that can be effectively implemented to enhance the well-being of healthcare employees in the healthcare context. This research is also relevant during the COVID-19 pandemic, which highlights the urgent need to prioritise our well-being. By focusing on the intersection of environmental design, technology, and employee wellbeing, this study aims to unlock new possibilities for enhancing healthcare employees’ well-being. The findings of this study have the potential to shape the design and improvement of healthcare environments, focusing on interventions that promote work recovery and communication platforms and, ultimately create a positive work environment that benefits both employees and patients.
Presenters
Aprille ChuaDesign Lecturer, Design Communication, LASALLE College of the Arts, University of the Arts Singapore, Central Singapore, Singapore
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Presentation Type
Theme
Design Management and Professional Practice
KEYWORDS
DESIGN RESEARCH, HEALTHCARE, ENVIRONMENTAL GRAPHIC DESIGN, AUGMENTED REALITY, WORK RECOVERY
