Healthcare providers are adapting to a new service paradigm: increased attention to specialized inpatient care, selective capacity downsizing, and formulation of centers of core competency.  Each hospital project has unique master planning implications that impact the configuration and location of the elements of service.  Achieving an optimal long-term outcome is directly dependent on the quality and resourcefulness of the planning and design efforts. Healthcare facility projects and programs shape the future of the institution and solidify its ability to adapt and compete in an increasingly demanding marketplace.  In addition, NK recognizes that healthcare planning and design must serve a multiple-client base.  Patients and families expect a healing and comforting environment, caregivers and physicians want an enhanced functional workplace, and administrators require an effective, operationally efficient solution.  Our project experience consists of a diverse collection of clients and project types. We offer creative design solutions that are sensitive to each facility's character and client needs and expectations.