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9 essential Silentia resources for architects and designers

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Healthcare architects and designers are tasked with creating environments that enable the delivery of high-quality healthcare services. Good healthcare design considers the many important facets of care and the patient experience, such as patient comfort, staff efficiency, safety, aesthetics, and technological advancements.

To achieve good design, architects and designers rely on the support of product suppliers who share a deep understanding of the care environment and possess the advanced tools, capabilities, and expertise to help develop a successful project.

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When it comes to patient privacy, Silentia stands out as the leading provider of privacy products and solutions. Our extensive knowledge of healthcare spaces, including the demands of patient care and how to address them, coupled with our innovative system, which prioritizes cleanliness, functionality, and sustainability, makes us a valuable partner.

For decades, we have worked with design teams around the world to develop privacy solutions for full-scale construction projects, renovated spaces, and retrofit solutions. As a result of this extensive experience, we have developed helpful tools and resources for efficient collaboration and implementation of privacy solutions.

Here are nine essentials we have gathered to help architects and designers understand the Silentia screen system, gain inspiration and design ideas, explore customization capabilities, and implement effective solutions.

Silentia case stories

1. Case Stories

Our extensive collection of case stories explores the details of Silentia projects from hospitals around the world. Delve into our deep history, including large-scale construction projects and renovated spaces, and an inside look at how we collaborate with architects, designers, and project managers.

• Gødstrup Hospital – New hospital construction project example
• Community Memorial Hospital – New department project example

CASE STORIES
Silentia project blog posts

2. Project examples by department

If you need inspiration for implementing the Silentia screen system for a specific department or treatment area, visit our blog for compilations of projects by department.

• Neonatal department projects
• Emergency department projects
• Perioperative department projects

DEPARTMENT COMPILATIONS
Silentia privacy screen products

3. Detailed product pages

Comprehensive product pages offer descriptions, specs, features, use cases, and pre-made designs for each product. If you need even more details, download our complete product brochure from any page or click here.

PRODUCTS
Silentia PhotoPanels

4. Customizable screen designs

PhotoPanels are the premium designed panels available in our system. Choose from our catalog of preselected photos or use your custom designs to match the desired aesthetic of your healthcare space.

PHOTOPANELS
Silentia EasyScreenDesign

5. EasyScreenDesign

EasyScreenDesign is Silentia’s proprietary virtual product configurator and design tool. It gives architects and designers full access to explore all of our products and develop custom solutions, then share and request a quote for a design directly from the platform.

EASYSCREENDESIGN
Silentia EasyScreenDesign design inspiration

6. Pre-made EasyScreenDesign solutions

Get a head start on your vision. If you don’t want to start designing with a blank slate, we’ve got you covered with almost 30 pre-made EasyScreenDesign solutions. Sort by product and design options to find your favorite, then click to start customizing it in the EasyScreenDesign product configurator.

PRE-MADE SOLUTIONS
Silentia BIMobject profile

7. BIM objects from Silentia

Silentia’s BIMobject profile serves as a valuable resource for architects to access a comprehensive library of BIM and other design content for all of Silentia’s products, components, and accessories.

BIMOBJECT
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8. CAD support capabilities

With full CAD capabilities, our team of engineers and designers can work with building blueprints and floorplans, functioning as an additional technical arm to your team. Connect with our team to find out more.

CONTACT OUR TEAM
Silentia product installation videos

9. Installation videos

Understanding how to install a Silentia screen can offer valuable insight into the planning process and setting expectations with care teams. Visit our Installation page for a complete library of videos that show how each type of screen and mounting option should be installed.

INSTALLATION
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10. Product fact sheets

Coming soon! Silentia is developing a library of detailed Product Fact Sheets for all Silentia products. Useful resources for architects, planners, designers, and facilities managers, each fact sheet will provide comprehensive product information, including specifications, materials profiles, instructions for care and maintenance, certifications, and design options. Sign up for our newsletter to stay updated!

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A cooperative relationship between architects and designers and suppliers enhances the process of developing new healthcare environments. This collaboration sets the groundwork for more efficient and more sustainable project outcomes, therefore, creating a platform for better patient care.

At Silentia, we embrace every opportunity to work with architects and designers to push forward the field of healthcare design. If you would like to learn more about any of these resources or see what we’re working on, connect with our team.

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FAQ

Here you will find the answer to frequently asked questions.

How does the Silentia Screen System address infection control and prevention?

Our Silentia Screen System achieves optimal hygiene and infection control with smooth and solid surfaces that are less susceptible to trapping infectious bacteria than privacy curtains. Our privacy screens are made with materials that withstand all disinfectants used in care settings today and can be instantly cleaned in-place and without additional labor. Our screens feature high quality wheels that keep dust and hair out, and that can be easily removed and washed separately.

What are the cleaning requirements for the Silentia Screen System?

Patient privacy screens are one of ten critical risk areas for infection in the closest area to the patient in health care, therefore, equipment must be easy to clean to reduce the risk of infection. The Silentia Screen System makes it easy to meet hygiene requirements thanks to recessed hinges, wipe-clean surfaces, and wheels that can be removed and washed separately. In fact, an ATP test before and after wiping down a screen shows that a microfiber cloth moistened with a little water is enough to remove organic material. Each care provider must decide which disinfection methods are best suited for them.

How does the Silentia Screen System fit into daily routines and tasks?

We have designed the Silentia Screen System to be flexible to allow staff to work without intruding on their workspace, equipment, and tasks. Our screens take up as little space as possible without obstructing ceiling hoists and other equipment and can be mounted on a wall, wall rail, or on a floor pole. We also offer mobile screens and bed-end screens for increased flexibility and mobility. Silentia’s EasyCare functions makes our screens ergonomic, lightweight, quick to use, and easy to handle. EasyReturn™ reduces contact with a screen by providing a single touchpoint and memory hinges for easy folding with just one hand. EasyClean™ describes how our screens are durable and able to withstand all types of disinfectants.

How does the Silentia Screen System provide adequate accessibility during an emergency?

In the event of an emergency, staff may require more space around the patient for personnel and equipment. The Silentia Screen System is designed to fold quickly and easily with one hand. The single touchpoint handle makes them easy to push closed or pull open, so they are practical in everyday use and easy to fold in an emergency. The patented folding system—EasyReturn™—ensures that screens fold back into place easily and correctly, regardless of size or length.

How does the Silentia Screen System contribute to the overall interior look and feel?

The furniture, lighting, colors, and equipment in hospitals should be chosen to enhance the atmosphere to improve working conditions for staff and healing for patients. The Silentia Screen System combines practicality with good design. We offer various colors and artistic panels that enhance both the mood and healing influences of a room, including Daylight screens, which let the daylight through the top of the panels while still providing privacy.

How does the Silentia Screen System help patients relax and feel at ease?

In the hospital setting, patients are often in uncomfortable and vulnerable positions, therefore, a privacy solution must help protect patients by minimizing unwanted intrusion. The Silentia Screen System is available in a range of heights, lengths, and mounting combinations to provide the best possible privacy. The various color and image panel options contribute to the overall harmony, making patients feel more relaxed regardless of their age.

How do I avoid making an expensive purchase decision that cannot be changed?

The Silentia Screen System helps mitigate the risk of changing circumstances and future uncertainties by offering adaptability and mobility. Our screens can be moved or reconfigured if more space is required for additional equipment around the beds or if a department is relocated. Our EasyClick™ technology offers versatility so that our screens can be moved or extended. In addition, our screens have a long product life, so a Silentia solution is an investment that is flexible, future-proof, and financially sound.

Can I see how the Silentia Screen System works before making a purchase decision?

We offer demonstrations of our products so that you and your staff can see the various options available and how they might be applied to your department’s needs. In most cases, Silentia can provide an in-person demonstration with full-size screens and hands-on guidance on installation, implementation, and usage. We also offer virtual demonstrations using our EasyScreenDesign tool, an online 3D modeling program that allows you to preview privacy screen options.

What is EasyScreenDesign and how does it work?

EasyScreenDesign is our online product demonstration tool that puts our full line of privacy screens, panel designs and mounting options at your fingertips. This groundbreaking 3D modeling tool gives you the ability to preview any product in our inventory in a mockup of a hospital room to compare and combine our many available options. You can save and share your favorite designs with your team.

What is it like to work with Silentia?

At Silentia, our guiding principle in customer service is “we are with you all the way,” which means that we are your partner from start to finish. We serve our customers well beyond simply selling a product, we are a wealth of privacy and infection control knowledge for our customers. We work hard to understand how your department operates, what solutions will add value, and how to implement our privacy screens in a way that works with your existing routines and procedures. We desire to be an ongoing go-to resource for your privacy and infection control needs, which is why you will have a dedicated local or regional Silentia representative.

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Contact Silentia headquarters in Sweden for more information.

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