Are there general guidelines for what to avoid and what to encourage when it comes to placing art in hospitals?

ByAndante1750

Abstract art is the least favorite according to evidence-based research and any art that might evoke negative feelings. Some contemporary art is not used because patients report not feeling comfortable with it, either because it is ambiguous or confusing. Nature scenes, images with animals, water, people, calm weather and foliage are favored.

Patient Preferences:

  1. Nature landscapes (most popular)
  2. Animals
  3. Scenes of everyday life
  4. Portraits
  5. Urban landscapes
  6. Abstract (least popular)

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