Illuminating Expectations: The Role of Human-Centric Lighting in Healthcare Environments

In Healthcare Design Magazine's December 2025 issue, a feature article explores the advancements, design opportunities and positive influences of lighting in healthcare. In conversation with HDR’s Karen Murphy, lighting director, and Sheri Teymouri, health planner, the magazine “shines a light” on the positive effects lighting can have on human wellbeing and shares how designers are responding to benefit patients and staff. From aiding in recovery to providing greater autonomy, Karen and Sheri contextualize the role that circadian-supportive lighting, lighting controls and natural daylight can play in the healing journey. 

Read the full article titled, “Role Of Human-Centric Lighting In Healthcare Environments” online or in the print's digital version “Illuminating Expectations.”