Treating Patients and the Environment
Hospitals and medical centers usually have the same sterile look: white walls, white floors, and decor that would make any interior designer cringe. But the Franklin Woods Community Hospital located in Johnson City, Tennessee, is not only stylish, it is eco-friendly as well. The hospital was awarded LEED silver certification for green features such as their cork floors, wooden beams, and use of natural light. Although the environmentally friendly features are a bit more expensive, they end up cutting costs in the long run. Mountain States Health Alliance, the company that built the facility, plans to expand such features to other hospital and clinics.


