Zack Chung graduated from Clemson University with a Master of Architecture + Health degree. During his time at Clemson, he joined the AIA AAH committee to support their case study efforts and has remained an active member ever since. Now a Medical Planner at ZGF with two years of experience, Zack has worked on a diverse range of projects spanning from clinics to hospitals. He also plays a significant role in healthcare benchmarking and is deeply passionate about utilizing data and research to evaluate how healthcare design can improve patient safety, staff wellbeing, and the overall user experience.
Courses
AIA AAH Case Study Library & Benchmarking - Collective Design Intelligence
The AIA /AAH Case Study Library, led by the Research Initiatives Committee, transforms award-winning healthcare projects into a shared, practical resource - enabling design decisions that improve patient safety, clinical outcomes, and user well-being. By standardizing and centralizing peer-reviewed case studies, it helps teams quickly identify strategies, benchmark performance, and make more confident decisions to drive smarter design and stronger outcomes across the industry. Examples will focus on how documented design strategies relate to patient safety, staff workflows, and overall user experience in healthcare settings.