# Latest **URL:** https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/latest.md [Latest](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/tags.md) --- ## [Pediatric inpatient units, unlocked units?](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/pediatric-inpatient-units-unlocked-units/205)
**Author:** [@shiva.mendez](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/u/shiva.mendez)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2026, 11:57pm UTC](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/pediatric-inpatient-units-unlocked-units/205 "2026-09-22T23:57:35Z")
Dear all, this question was posed by a participant at the MindSpaces conference after seeing some of the presentations. We had noticed some units being referred to as “unlocked behavioral health units” but were unsure w… --- ## [Kingsway Door Challenges](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/kingsway-door-challenges/204)
**Author:** [@aleonard](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/u/aleonard)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2026, 4:19pm UTC](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/kingsway-door-challenges/204 "2026-09-14T16:19:46Z")
Hello, all- We have the Kingsway SWING Anti-Barricade Door System (Leaf & Half) installed at two Patient of Size Rooms at a project in Oklahoma. The AHJ commented on the installation of the manual flush bolts that were … --- ## [Designing for Autism: A New Approach](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/designing-for-autism-a-new-approach/203)
**Author:** [@cancheta](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/u/cancheta)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2026, 12:18am UTC](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/designing-for-autism-a-new-approach/203 "2026-08-05T00:18:40Z")
--- ## [19 new behavioral health projects to know](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/19-new-behavioral-health-projects-to-know/202)
**Author:** [@cancheta](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/u/cancheta)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2026, 12:36am UTC](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/19-new-behavioral-health-projects-to-know/202 "2026-07-30T00:36:15Z")
https://www.beckersbehavioralhealth.com/behavioral-health-capital-investment/7-behavioral-health-projects-representing-nearly-1b-in-investment/ --- ## [2026 - July 7 Meeting](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/2026-july-7-meeting/200)
**Author:** [@cancheta](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/u/cancheta)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2026, 12:14am UTC](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/2026-july-7-meeting/200 "2026-07-14T00:14:54Z")
BMH-EN Meeting\_July 2026.pdf (1.6 MB) Meeting Recording --- ## [2026 - Apr 30-May 1 Meeting](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/2026-apr-30-may-1-meeting/199)
**Author:** [@cancheta](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/u/cancheta)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2026, 12:08am UTC](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/2026-apr-30-may-1-meeting/199 "2026-05-13T00:08:55Z")
FINAL-BMH-EN-MeetingBooklet-May2026.pdf (2.2 MB) Pankalo Presentations Center for Healthcare Design - Pankalo Tour and Presentation\_April 2026.pdf (2.3 MB) Pankalo Chemical Health Tour + Presentation.pdf (1.5 MB) Sou… --- ## [Jan, Feb-Mar, April 2026 Snap](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/jan-feb-mar-april-2026-snap/198)
**Author:** [@cancheta](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/u/cancheta)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 12, 2026, 11:42pm UTC](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/jan-feb-mar-april-2026-snap/198 "2026-05-12T23:42:51Z")
KR\_Snap\_Networks\_Jan.26.pdf (407.4 KB) KR\_Snap\_Networks Feb.March26.pdf (440.5 KB) KR\_Snap\_Network.April26.pdf (424.5 KB) --- ## [Speaking/Presenting Opportunity](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/speaking-presenting-opportunity/197)
**Author:** [@DebraLevin](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/u/DebraLevin)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2026, 6:47pm UTC](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/speaking-presenting-opportunity/197 "2026-03-13T18:47:14Z")
Hello all, On April 9 from 8:30–10:00 am, we will be hosting a virtual Health Design Collaborative focused on best practices in trauma and emergency department design. The program format includes three short presentati… --- ## [2026 - Feb. 10 Meeting](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/2026-feb-10-meeting/194)
**Author:** [@cancheta](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/u/cancheta)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 11, 2026, 12:22am UTC](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/2026-feb-10-meeting/194 "2026-02-11T00:22:56Z")
BMH-EN Meeting\_Feb 2026.pdf (2.2 MB) Meeting Recording Zeller The Center for Health Design EmPATH Feb 2026.pdf (1.8 MB) EDAC CEU Form\_BMH-EN\_021026.pdf (47.0 KB) BMHEN\_AIA Verification Form\_021026.pdf (79.8 KB) --- ## [Medical Beds Recommendations](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/medical-beds-recommendations/193)
**Author:** [@aleonard](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/u/aleonard)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2026, 12:00am UTC](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/medical-beds-recommendations/193 "2026-01-29T00:00:23Z")
Hi, all- We have a current project with a new geriatric wing that needs medical behavioral health beds. We were informed that the Stryker Spirit BH bed is about to be discontinued so, we are looking for recommendations… --- ## [Smoke Detectors & Fire Alarms](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/smoke-detectors-fire-alarms/182)
**Author:** [@SarahRVDB](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/u/SarahRVDB)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2025, 8:35pm UTC](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/smoke-detectors-fire-alarms/182 "2025-12-19T20:35:35Z")
Hello! Historically there have not been safe options for fire alarm and smoke detectors in medium & high risk spaces. We’ve been doing a little research and discovered that there are a couple of self titled “Ligature Res… --- ## [2025 - Dec. 9 Meeting](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/2025-dec-9-meeting/192)
**Author:** [@cancheta](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/u/cancheta)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2025, 8:01pm UTC](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/2025-dec-9-meeting/192 "2025-12-12T20:01:47Z")
Meeting Slides BMH-EN Meeting\_December2025\_Final.pdf (1.8 MB) Link to Meeting recording Info on new network forming: Trauma & Emergency Dept Environment Network DRAFT-CHD591-Trauma-Network-Flyer\_v3.pdf (925.0 K… --- ## [Patient Bed Restraint System](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/patient-bed-restraint-system/188)
**Author:** [@kkeess](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/u/kkeess)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 4, 2025, 8:53pm UTC](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/patient-bed-restraint-system/188 "2025-12-04T20:53:22Z")
Hi everyone! I’m doing some research into restraint-compatible beds for crisis stabilization. We’re getting more requests from facilities for (some) beds within the space to support restraint use, but I’m having trouble… --- ## [Sensory Swings in Inpatient Units](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/sensory-swings-in-inpatient-units/189)
**Author:** [@brian.giebink](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/u/brian.giebink)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 4, 2025, 6:07pm UTC](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/sensory-swings-in-inpatient-units/189 "2025-12-04T18:07:15Z")
We all understand the value of sensory swings, especially for kids with sensory needs. A recent acute inpatient renovation for youth with autism has a small sensory gym on the unit. The gym is a fully supervised room be… --- ## [Designing a Behavioral Health Center for Adults - Kent State Student Research Study](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/designing-a-behavioral-health-center-for-adults-kent-state-student-research-study/187)
**Author:** [@cancheta](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/u/cancheta)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2025, 8:53pm UTC](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/designing-a-behavioral-health-center-for-adults-kent-state-student-research-study/187 "2025-11-13T20:53:03Z")
A Masters student at Kent State University messaged Sarah Rolfvondenbaumen on LinkedIn looking for participation in her research study, please see below for context if you are interested in participating. My name is Meh… --- ## [BMH-EN Outdoor Spaces Survey - Open until Nov. 30](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/bmh-en-outdoor-spaces-survey-open-until-nov-30/186)
**Author:** [@cancheta](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/u/cancheta)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2025, 6:45pm UTC](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/bmh-en-outdoor-spaces-survey-open-until-nov-30/186 "2025-11-06T18:45:32Z")
The Behavioral and Mental Health Environments Network (BMH-EN) has identified Outdoor Spaces as a topic of special interest this year. The Facility Guidelines Institute (FGI) emphasizes the importance of access to outdoo… --- ## [2025 - October 14 Meeting](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/2025-october-14-meeting/184)
**Author:** [@cancheta](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/u/cancheta)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2025, 4:42pm UTC](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/2025-october-14-meeting/184 "2025-10-24T16:42:06Z")
BMH-EN Meeting Oct 2025.pdf (2.1 MB) Meeting Recording FGI Slides - Not to be shared outside of BMH-EN 2025 FGI\_FPC FINAL BMH Changes.pdf (6.6 MB) CEU Forms: EDAC CEU Form\_Environment Networks\_100725.pdf (47.1 KB) B… --- ## [Tested STC Rating for Plywood Backed Drywall Wall Assembly](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/tested-stc-rating-for-plywood-backed-drywall-wall-assembly/185)
**Author:** [@brian.giebink](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/u/brian.giebink)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2025, 4:02pm UTC](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/tested-stc-rating-for-plywood-backed-drywall-wall-assembly/185 "2025-10-20T16:02:02Z")
Heavy technical question here - Does anyone have STC testing results they can share for a plywood backed drywall wall assembly? --- ## [Different flavors of Secure Holding Rooms](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/different-flavors-of-secure-holding-rooms/178)
**Author:** [@glivingston-smith](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/u/glivingston-smith)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2025, 8:48pm UTC](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/different-flavors-of-secure-holding-rooms/178 "2025-10-17T20:48:23Z")
Hi All, I’m taking a poll on how people have designed and furnished ED psychiatric observation secure holding rooms in the past and if there are things you’d never do again. The adult occupants in my current project wil… --- ## [Is there a perfect wall base?](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/is-there-a-perfect-wall-base/68)
**Author:** [@aleonard](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/u/aleonard)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2025, 8:09pm UTC](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/is-there-a-perfect-wall-base/68 "2025-10-14T20:09:19Z")
Wall base selection is always an interesting topic of discussion with clients and facility leaders. What is everyone using successfully these days in high-risk patient rooms? --- ## [Sept 2025 Snap\_](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/sept-2025-snap/183)
**Author:** [@cancheta](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/u/cancheta)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2025, 11:09pm UTC](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/sept-2025-snap/183 "2025-10-07T23:09:32Z")
KR\_Snap\_Networks Sept.25.pdf (230.6 KB) --- ## [Looking for Midwest installs of the Accurate Locks Ligature Resistant Sliding Door LR-SDS](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/looking-for-midwest-installs-of-the-accurate-locks-ligature-resistant-sliding-door-lr-sds/180)
**Author:** [@mbaumhover](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/u/mbaumhover)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2025, 11:21pm UTC](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/looking-for-midwest-installs-of-the-accurate-locks-ligature-resistant-sliding-door-lr-sds/180 "2025-10-06T23:21:01Z")
Good afternoon all! We have a client who is looking for an install to review of the Accurate LR-SDS behavioral sliding door. Our rep is challenged because they don’t always know where they are installed. If you know o… --- ## [Psych Safe Bathrooms](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/psych-safe-bathrooms/176)
**Author:** [@scott.d.blindauer](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/u/scott.d.blindauer)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2025, 6:59pm UTC](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/psych-safe-bathrooms/176 "2025-09-25T18:59:49Z")
Hi all–I’ve been told that one of our ED psych safe bathrooms has some sort of “peep” hole installed within it for staff to view. This seems like a violation of privacy. Is this something you have heard of before? And… --- ## [June, July, August 2025 Snap](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/june-july-august-2025-snap/177)
**Author:** [@cancheta](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/u/cancheta)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2025, 11:55pm UTC](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/june-july-august-2025-snap/177 "2025-09-23T23:55:09Z")
June 2025 Snap KR\_Snap\_June\_networks2025.pdf (187.0 KB) July 2025 Snap KR\_Snap\_networks July2025.pdf (219.7 KB) August 2025 Snap KR\_Snap\_networks Aug25.pdf (206.2 KB) --- ## [2025 - July 8 Meeting](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/2025-july-8-meeting/173)
**Author:** [@cancheta](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/u/cancheta)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2025, 11:32pm UTC](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/2025-july-8-meeting/173 "2025-07-08T23:32:45Z")
BMH-EN Meeting\_July2025\_Final.pdf (2.1 MB) Recording Meeting Chat\_070825.docx (16.1 KB) BMH-EN AI Meeting Recap\_070825.pdf (44.4 KB) --- ## [May 2025 Snap\_\_](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/may-2025-snap/172)
**Author:** [@cancheta](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/u/cancheta)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2025, 11:54pm UTC](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/may-2025-snap/172 "2025-06-27T23:54:30Z")
KR\_Snap\_May 2025\_networks.pdf (193.1 KB) --- ## [April 2025 Snap](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/april-2025-snap/171)
**Author:** [@cancheta](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/u/cancheta)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2025, 11:53pm UTC](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/april-2025-snap/171 "2025-06-27T23:53:31Z")
KR\_Snap\_April 2025 networks.pdf (208.5 KB) --- ## [Ligature Resistant Specimen Pass-through](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/ligature-resistant-specimen-pass-through/169)
**Author:** [@brian.giebink](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/u/brian.giebink)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2025, 11:35pm UTC](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/ligature-resistant-specimen-pass-through/169 "2025-06-04T23:35:40Z")
Hello! Does anyone have a good product recommendation for a ligature resistant specimen pass-through? --- ## [Pendant Light Fixtures](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/pendant-light-fixtures/168)
**Author:** [@scott.d.blindauer](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/u/scott.d.blindauer)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 21, 2025, 11:27pm UTC](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/pendant-light-fixtures/168 "2025-05-21T23:27:40Z")
Hi all–we have a linear pendant slated for the provider offices in our behavioral health outpatient clinics. These spaces are also where our providers see patients. Has anyone encountered issues with providing this typ… --- ## [CPEP Programming Standards](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/cpep-programming-standards/161)
**Author:** [@glivingston-smith](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/u/glivingston-smith)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2025, 5:55pm UTC](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/t/cpep-programming-standards/161 "2025-05-13T17:55:50Z")
Is anyone aware of a prescriptive set of design or programming standards for a Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Program (CPEP) within acute care hospitals? It’s not in FGI but I’m wondering if there is another regulat… [Next page](https://bmhenforum.healthdesign.org/latest.md?page=1)