At CONAHP 2025, Latin America’s most influential healthcare conference organized by Anahp – Associação Nacional de Hospitais Privados, global architecture firm Perkins&Will made its debut with a powerful message: the future of healthcare begins with design that connects innovation, empathy, and technology.
The annual event brought together healthcare leaders, innovators, and designers from across the region to envision a more resilient and compassionate healthcare ecosystem. Perkins&Will’s participation underscored its growing commitment to transforming care environments through human-centered, sustainable design.
The Healthcare of the Future Circuit
Perkins&Will introduced the Healthcare of the Future Circuit – an immersive installation that allowed participants to explore cutting-edge concepts shaping tomorrow’s hospitals. Through interactive zones, attendees experienced how connected systems, AI-driven insights, and empathetic spatial design can elevate patient journeys and streamline healthcare delivery.
Panel Discussion: Healing Environments
A highlight of the event was the session titled “Healing Environments: What’s Next?”, moderated by Junia Gontijo of Einstein Hospital Israelita. Perkins&Will’s Lara Kaiser and Jean Mah shared insights on global trends in healthcare design, emphasizing how architecture can foster healing, strengthen human connections, and support well-being across communities.
A Vision for Tomorrow’s Care
Through its presence at CONAHP 2025, Perkins&Will reinforced the belief that healthcare spaces must evolve beyond function – becoming ecosystems that nurture the body, mind, and spirit. The firm’s vision continues to influence how hospitals and clinics worldwide adapt to a future where design and technology work seamlessly for better health outcomes.
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