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design in mental health about us about the design in mental health network dimhn board and associates work with us partners our work the environmental hub webinars community co production designing neighbourhood mental health centres with people not for people ireland webinar the case for good design creating safe and therapeutic mental health environments briefing brilliance webinar better briefs for better mental health environments lighting in mental health webinar reflections sensory informed design in practice the brook webinar reflections recap resources from designing for impact social investment mental health spaces webinar research and education membership engagement informed choices product testing international work members join us find a specialist member resources design with people in mind the network magazine conferences dimh mhdf design for healthcare environments ireland dhei news contact us about us about the design in mental health network dimhn board and associates work with us partners our work the environmental hub webinars community co production designing neighbourhood mental health centres with people not for people ireland webinar the case for good design creating safe and therapeutic mental health environments briefing brilliance webinar better briefs for better mental health environments lighting in mental health webinar reflections sensory informed design in practice the brook webinar reflections recap resources from designing for impact social investment mental health spaces webinar research and education membership engagement informed choices product testing international work members join us find a specialist member resources design with people in mind the network magazine conferences dimh mhdf design for healthcare environments ireland dhei news contact us about us about the design in mental health network dimhn board and associates work with us partners our work the environmental hub webinars community co production designing neighbourhood mental health centres with people not for people ireland webinar the case for good design creating safe and therapeutic mental health environments briefing brilliance webinar better briefs for better mental health environments lighting in mental health webinar reflections sensory informed design in practice the brook webinar reflections recap resources from designing for impact social investment mental health spaces webinar research and education membership engagement informed choices product testing international work members join us find a specialist member resources design with people in mind the network magazine conferences dimh mhdf design for healthcare environments ireland dhei news contact us about us about the design in mental health network dimhn board and associates work with us partners our work the environmental hub webinars community co production designing neighbourhood mental health centres with people not for people ireland webinar the case for good design creating safe and therapeutic mental health environments briefing brilliance webinar better briefs for better mental health environments lighting in mental health webinar reflections sensory informed design in practice the brook webinar reflections recap resources from designing for impact social investment mental health spaces webinar research and education membership engagement informed choices product testing international work members join us find a specialist member resources design with people in mind the network magazine conferences dimh mhdf design for healthcare environments ireland dhei news contact us sign in sign up search for search for good design can heal design changes lives at the design in mental health network dimhn we believe that thoughtful inclusive and evidence based design in mental health environments has the power to transform lives founded in 2006 dimhn is a registered charity and the only uk organisation solely dedicated to improving mental healthcare environments through better design who we are we are a diverse network of professionals with expertise rooted in lived experience research clinical practice architecture lived experience and design as a collective we are involved in planning designing building managing and delivering services in spaces that impact our mental health what unites us is a shared belief good design truly co produced with those it serves leads to better mental health outcomes our origin story dimhn emerged from a collective determination to do better designers manufacturers clinicians and people with lived experience had a shared frustration mental health environments are too often created without a true understanding of their impact on therapeutic outcomes this diverse group of stakeholders started working together across professions perspectives and experiences to challenge the status quo and drive meaningful change together we can transform mental health design and its impact on therapeutic outcomes our vision and purpose our vision good design and genuine co production lead to the realisation of human value our purpose is to improve mental health outcomes through better design we do this by sharing good practice promoting inclusive approaches and disseminating evidence based research to inform the design of mental health environments rooted in lived experience and real world evidence our work raises awareness of how design can influence mental wellbeing together we champion co production drive innovation and help create environments to meet the needs of those who use and provide mental health care together we make a difference together we can make a difference in mental health design and its impact on therapeutic outcomes through design we can help change lives dimhn gives me the opportunity to learn share challenge and develop my understanding of the constraints and opportunities presented by mental health design uniquely dimhn has created an ecosystem of clinicians designers service users manufacturers and constructors and a platform to allow parallel and contemporaneous thinking in the development of healthier people centric approaches to be shared for the benefit of all stuart mcarthur healthcare sector leader sir robert mcalpine ltd who we work with we collaborate with organisations delivering mental health support and services product manufacturers designers architects academic institutions technologists service users and international partners we also work closely with standards bodies and testing organisations including the building research establishment bre to improve the quality and safety of products used in mental health settings our key areas of work 1 innovation testing we lead the informed choices initiative in partnership with bre to ensure products used in mental health environments are rigorously and independently tested improving safety reliability and patient outcomes learn more about our innovation testing here 2 membership engagement our members benefit from a supportive and informed community stay informed with industry news and trends networking and collaboration opportunities access to research real world evidence and international learning build your professional and organisational profile discounted access to conferences and advertising for commercial members draw from the insights and experiences of our lived experience advisory network lean it s free for individuals to join learn more about our membership engagement here 3 research education through our acclaimed design with people in mind book series of ten books and counting we translate cutting edge research into practical guidance on topics such as sound seclusion nature art and international design perspectives we also publish the network our quarterly magazine it s where ideas come together from on the ground insights to expert commentary member stories to sector innovation the magazine keeps our community informed inspired and connected to the evolving landscape of mental health design become a member to access these resources learn more about our research education here 4 global collaboration we are actively exploring opportunities to expand our global impact starting with north america dimhn is currently collaborating with a growing network of architects and healthcare leaders in the united states and canada to establish strong connections and promote our shared commitment to enhancing mental health outcomes through improved design we invite organisations worldwide to reach out and explore partnership opportunities contact us to discuss international collaboration the design in mental health conference and exhibition dimhn is proud of our annual design in mental health conference and exhibition the uk s leading event dedicated to mental health environments the conference is organised and delivered by step exhibitions ltd a professional events company as an independent charity dimhn s partnership with step exhibitions is governed by a formal agreement income generated through this partnership directly supports our charitable activities dimhn plays a central role in shaping the conference content to ensure it aligns closely with our purpose and values we are committed to transparency in all our partnerships if you have any questions about our relationship with step exhibitions or any other aspect of our work please don t hesitate to contact us our commercial and corporate members benefit from exclusive discounts and advertising opportunities as part of their membership find out more about conference partnership design for healthcare environments ireland dhei improving mental health intellectual disability autism environments together design in mental health network dimhn in partnership with step exhibitions is proud to bring design for healthcare environments ireland dhei a new conference and exhibition dedicated to improving mental health intellectual disability id and autism environments through thoughtful co produced and evidence informed design this will take place at the rds in dublin on 29th and 30th september 2026 it will provide practical solutions innovative approaches evidence informed design and co produced strategies to support care environments to be safer and more therapeutic register interest in attending the conference and exhibition meet our board get to know the passionate skilled individuals behind our vision meet the board members join the network want to learn more about membership join us in shaping the future of mental health environments through good design become an individual or corporate member today our recent news articles and interviews when budgets are tight every decision has to work harder dhei september 8 2026 no comments the real risk that we stop asking the right questions there is no point pretending otherwise budgets are under pressure across healthcare estates public services read more ask why five times in conversation with dr caoimhe glancy on design thinking in healthcare august 11 2026 no comments ahead of design for healthcare environments ireland senior registrar in psychiatry and former hse spark national nchd innovation fellow dr caoimhe glancy believes one of read more design starts by asking not assuming in conversation with children s health ireland s dehlia mccarthy and paul hendrick august 5 2026 no comments children s health ireland s dehlia mccarthy and paul hendrick believe the most effective healthcare environments aren t created through assumptions or technology alone but by listening to read more good design can heal copyright 2026 design in mental health all rights reserved charity number 1162561 company no 07307468 vat registration no 463713880 join us login news get in touch privacy policy cookie policy linkedin sign up to our newsletter subscribe for updates from our ceo chair and our member community name name email company name consent yes please email me the dimhn newsletter and news about 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