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People experience color in different ways and in different settings; in particular, people in healthcare settings who are vulnerable, healing, or aging are influenced by colors used in interior design. This course presents an overview of color and how we perceive it, as well as some of the research findings on color’s effects on psychological, emotional, and physical health. Designers will also learn how color can enhance safety, orientation, and navigation, and the role that non-SBR rubber can play in offering optimal flooring solutions for healthcare institutions.
Upon completion of this course, the Learner should be able to:
- Investigate some of the different aspects of color and the ways it is perceived by people.
- Describe some theories and studies regarding effects of color on psychological, emotional, and physical health.
- Recognize the ways color can help with safety, orientation, and navigation in a healthcare facility.
- Discuss how color theory can be applied to healthcare flooring.
Approximately 1 hour. Delivered online, at your own pace.
Presented by Lora Di Fabio on behalf of American Biltrite. View the Privacy Policy .
Presenter Information
Name: Lora Di Fabio
Title: Design & Development Manager, American Biltrite
Background: Lora graduated from Concordia University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with Honours in Graphic Design. She has been working in design and product development for over 20 years. Lora joined Bombardier in 1993 as part of the Design & Innovation team, specializing in color development, branding and corporate image. She joined American Biltrite in 2012. Lora has lectured regularly at the University of Montreal on Color development in Manufacturing. She is a current member of the Color Marketing Group (CMG) since 2006 with an active role in directing color trends and facilitating industry workshops.
