Texas A&M University College of Architecture
Texas A&M University
Texas A&M University College of Architecture

Center for Health Systems & Design

CHSD produces transformational, interdisciplinary research into the effects of facility design and planning on the healthcare experience.

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Pioneering Healthcare Design

CHSD produces transformational, interdisciplinary research into the effects of facility design and planning on the healthcare experience. Working with people from across Texas A&M University and world-wide, we are changing the way environments are designed to promote well-being.

What We Do

We provide world-class contributions to the healthcare design profession through education, research and service.
Members from CHSD and the department of Architecture.
Education
Faculty speak on stage at an event. Photo by: John Peters.
Research
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Service
A thumbnail of the Arch 4 Health lecture series.

Pioneering healthcare design

CHSD produces transformational, interdisciplinary research into the effects of facility design and planning on the healthcare experience. Working with people from across Texas A&M University and world-wide, we are changing the way environments are designed to promote well-being.

Arch for Health Lecture Series on PBS

News and Research

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Texas A&M University Researchers Use Virtual Reality to Reduce Anxiety About Death

Jan. 22, 2026 • 3 min. read

Pilot study finds immersive VR experience can significantly lower fear of death and spark deeper life reflection.

Students experiment with designing medical space mockups using cardboard.

Designed For Healing: ‘Architecture For Health’ Shapes The Future Of Health Care Spaces

Aug. 8, 2025 • 3 min. read

Texas A&M’s “Architecture for Health” graduate program designs evidence-based spaces that improve healing and patient care worldwide.

Modern Hospital Isolation Rooms

Texas A&M to Host Symposium on ICU Design and New SCCM Guidelines

July 1, 2025 • 3 min. read

Texas A&M’s College of Architecture will host a one-day symposium in Houston on Aug. 1, 2025, exploring ICU design innovations aligned with new SCCM guidelines, featuring expert speakers, panel discussions, and facility tours.