This presentation demonstrates an evidence-based integrated design approach in transforming a 1988 adult psychiatric unit into an eating disorder treatment center that reinforces the methods of Laureate Psychiatric Clinic and Hospital in Tulsa, OK. This facility requiring reimagining traditional behavioral health spaces to address the unique challenges of eating disorders treatment. The renovation showcases specialized environments balancing clinical necessity with hospitality-inspired design, creating spaces that promote healing while maintaining essential safety protocols. Unlike typical behavioral health units, this facility emphasizes a spa-like atmosphere while accommodating extended stays.
The project exemplifies how thoughtful design can support complex treatment protocols while creating dignified, healing spaces that aid in successful recovery and reintegration.
Leah Hofferkamp, AIA, NCARB, NCIDQ, RID, LEED AP BD+C, LSSYB
Sr. Associate, Sr Project Designer
HOK
With 19 years of interior design and architecture experience in the healthcare space, Leah melds the design of the exterior and interior to create a functionality cohesive outcome. She leads the interior architecture portion of projects from inception to completion including space programming/conceptual design through construction administration working with and alongside the client throughout the project. It is this collaborative spirit that Leah brings to the team that has proven to deliver successful projects time and time again.
Leah earned a master’s in architecture from Washington University in St. Louis and a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale.
Rhian Collins, LEEDGA
Sr. Interior Design Pro
HOK
Rhian’s experience is predominantly in government, healthcare, hospitality, and corporate markets. As an interior design professional, she has had a series of roles including concept design, spatial planning, material selection, construction documentation, and client relationships. Her priority is to provide functional, efficient, and comfortable spaces allowing employees, staff, patients, family members, clinicians, to be as successful as possible.
Rhian earned a Master of Interior Architecture and Product Design from Kansas State University.
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