Dr. Ellen Taylor’s expertise includes architecture, business, and research, holding a BArch from Cornell University, EMBAs from Columbia University and London Business School, and a PhD from Loughborough University. She is a co-editor of the Health Environments Research & Design (HERD) Journal and holds leadership roles with The Center for Health Design, Facility Guidelines Institute (FGI), and the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC). Passionate about the relationship of design and outcomes, she is the recipient of the FGI Pioneer Award and HCD10 Award. She previously served on the Board and as president of the AIA AAH.
Courses
Women in Healthcare Research and Design
Tuesday, August 11, 2026 | 2-3:30pm ET
Research is essential in advancing evidence-based design and fostering innovation in healthcare environments. This webinar features accomplished international women researchers based in the United States, each of whom has made significant contributions to healthcare design through rigorous research. Presenters will introduce themselves, share their key work, and highlight architectural design recommendations and practical applications from their studies. The session will also address current gaps in healthcare design research and explore emerging directions to guide future innovation. Attendees will gain valuable insights into how research drives best practices, informs design decisions, and improves outcomes in healthcare architecture.