Our purpose is simple but powerful: to come together as healthcare design professionals, share what we know, learn from one another, and stay ahead of the trends shaping our field. Whether you’re just starting out or leading major projects, this is a space to collaborate, grow, and design spaces that truly make a difference.
2026 Schedule
The Health Design Knowledge Community will be meeting quarterly. Place the following dates on your calendar and plan to attend. Details are still being finalized.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 12:00 to 1:00 pm – Virtual
Topic: Burnout is not just a staffing issue but a design challenge that we can influence. We will dive into how burnout affects our clients, ourselves, and a shared reflection.
This meeting will be virtual via Zoom
Thursday, April 23, 2026, 3:30-5:30 – In person
Topic: Happy Hour + Panel of healthcare clients to discuss On-Stage/Off-Stage
In person, Minneapolis area, TBD
Thursday July 9, 2026, 12:00 to 1:00 pm – Virtual
Topic: TBD
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 3:30-5:30 – In person
Topic: Happy Hour + TBD
In person, Minneapolis area, TBD
Co-Chair: Rachel Hendrickson, AIA – Wold
Co-Chair: Melissa Emerson, AIA – RSP Architects
Co-Chair Elect: Aniket Nagdive, Assoc. AIA
Staff liaison: Deanna Christiansen, Hon. AIAMN
