Patient-Centered Biophilic Hospital Design Model: evaluation of Çam and Sakura City Hospital

In recent years, patient-centred and biophilic design approaches that enhance patient comfort and psychological well-being have gained increasing importance in hospital design. However, the literature lacks a comprehensive model that integrates these two approaches within a holistic framework. This study aims to develop a Patient-Centred Biophilic Hospital Design Model and evaluate its applicability. Based on literature review, the model is structured around six components: technology and energy use, accessibility, building materials and ergonomics, healing gardens, healing architecture, and health services. The model is evaluated through a mixed-methods approach using the Çam and Sakura City Hospital as a case study. Qualitative analysis was conducted through visual evaluation of hospital spaces, while quantitative data were obtained from user questionnaires analysed using SPSS-25. The findings indicate that all model components have a strong positive impact on user satisfaction, with over 80% of participants expressing agreement, demonstrating the model’s effectiveness for healthcare design.