Bozeman Health Adult Inpatient Psychiatric Unit

Cushing Terrell partnered with Bozeman Health to design a new adult inpatient behavioral health unit within the inpatient wing at Deaconess Regional Medical Center. The unit expands the campus with six double-occupancy and two single-occupancy patient rooms and features a range of support spaces, including two activity and dining areas, a group therapy room, a consultation room, and a staff break area. 

Patient and staff safety were at the forefront of the design process, while at the same time, creating a comfortable environment with a non-institutional feel was a top priority for the client. This balance between safety, comfort, and staff functionality presented the greatest design challenge for the team. To address this, Cushing Terrell collaborated closely with a behavioral health consultant, ensuring the unit supports healing while maintaining rigorous safety standards. 

ON THE BLOG: How a Focus on Dignity, in Addition to Safety, Is Evolving Behavioral Health Center Design