© KEVIN SMITH PHOTOGRAPHY of few buildings in Alaska to attain LEED Gold certification. To infuse cultural relevance in the overall design, a cultural advisory committee comprised of elders and regional tribal members worked alongside planners and architects. Natural forms and Native culture imbue the facility's interiors with a sense of place and of calm. Clinic walls bear subtle seasonal shades of that indicate different areas for wayfinding, and pathways to specific clinics mimic the winding, braided rivers of the Alaskan Interior. The interiors also showcase a substantial art collection that represents all 42 villages. Like the winding, intertwining rivers that inspired its design, CAIHC's care model, medical planning and culturally relevant design elements come together to create a truly unique healing environment. © SEAN AIRHART/NBBJ Supplement to Healthcare DesigntXXXIFBMUIDBSFEFTJHONBHB[JOFDPN 197