Element 8 Design is an interior design firm that believes design impacts health, wellbeing, productivity and financial performance. The firm provides a range of interior design services including space planning, design development, construction documentation, furniture specification and more. Element 8 Design is committed to sustainability, evidence-based design, collaboration, flexibility, efficiency, wellness and safety in its work to create optimal environments.

1. At Element 8 Design we believe that design is more than
aesthetic execution. The design of space directly impacts
health & well-being, productivity, and the bottom line.
Everyone thrives in their own element.
Programming BOMA area calculations
Space Planning & Schematics Master Planning
Design Development Signage & Wayfinding
Surface Material Specification Lighting
Construction documentation Furniture
Contract Administration
Great design is essential

2. GUIDING PRINCIPLES
Sustainability
Element 8 Design is committed to our clients and the communities they serve by
designing responsibly. With a LEED accredited professional on staff, we are prepared
to aid our client's decisions by identifying the most sustainably viable and appropriate
options for surface materials, lighting, furniture, energy efficiency, indoor air quality
and more.
Evidence-Based Design
Credible, peer-reviewed research informs our design decisions. This ensures solutions
that promote quality, safety, productivity, health, accessibility, and an enhanced
bottom line. The designers at Element 8 Design work hard to stay informed of current
research and implement findings to create highly functional spaces.
Collaboration
Successful realization of any built vision relies on effective interdisciplinary
collaboration. The board of trustees, patients, vendors, caregivers, family members,
community partners & organizations, donors, and designers are a few of the key
stakeholders that form the backbone of many healthcare building projects.
Flexibility
The rapid cycle of medical and technological innovation has long dictated the need for
flexible spaces. Master planning, loose-fit design, and attention to adaptable and
convertible environments allows for long-term occupation of spaces able to
dynamically accommodate functional and adjustable use.

3. Efficiency
Understanding work and patient flow is key to designing efficient healthcare
environments and patient-centered care. We strive to understand the processes that
dictate movement so that we can plan for effective wayfinding, durable surface
materials, and unobtrusive furniture, both free-standing and architecturally integrated.
We aim to provide space that optimizes the entire system of care.
Wellness
Our goal at Element 8 design is to create environments that aid in the healing process
and promote wellness for all users. We understand the calming effects of the natural
environment, are proficient in our understanding of color theory & implementation and
carefully choose materials that will not hinder indoor air quality.
Safety & Accessibility
Patient and staff safety initiatives are an important part of the design process. As many
organizations move toward decreased staff & patient injuries and minimizing nosocomial
infections, we are prepared to offer solutions in the built environment that support these
goals. As part of the safety culture, the implementation of universal design, in
conjunction with ADA guidelines, ensures user-friendly environments that minimize risk
to staff members, caregivers, visitors, and patients.

4. Natalie Hutley, IIDA.
principal
Natalie's 22 years of experience working in design
firms and corporate facilities brings a creative, yet
practical approach to her design solutions. As principal
of Element 8 Design, she enriches each project with
her wealth of knowledge and attention to detail.
Ann Arrigo, IIDA, LEED AP id+c.
6251 SW Canyon Court senior designer
Suite 100 Ann's BA in research psychology and experience in
social work, paired with her BFA in interior design
Portland, OR 97221
nurture her understanding of the importance of
designing healthy, productive environments. Evidence-
503.962.9337 tel based design fuels her creativity while she strives to
503.2235.5574 fax create optimal spaces for end-users.
HISTORY
In June of 2009, with 22 years of commercial design experience, Natalie Hutley founded Element 8
Design. The firm is guided by the belief that design is a collaborative process that expresses not only
the client's values but also a comfortable setting for end-users. Design solutions are carefully calculated
with attention paid to detail, innovation, ease of maintenance and an overall awareness of the need for
future flexibility. Natalie's design team has an established reputation for fluid communication,
flexibility, and reliability.

5. PROJECTS
CLINICAL SPACE HOSPITALS
Allergy Associates - 7th & Glisan, Vancouver Clinic Adventist Medical Center
Mt. Hood, & NW Portland Vancouver Eye Associates Good Shepherd Health Systems
Anesthethiologists Associated Inc. Vancouver Neurosurgeons Holy Rosary Medical Center
Bend Memorial Clinic Vancouver Orthopedic Group Kaiser Sunnyside Medical Center
Center for Medical Imaging Walla Walla General Hospital Kaiser Interstate Medical Center
Columbia Women’s Clinic Walla Walla School of Nursing California First Hospital
Gamma Knife Center of Oregon West Hills Gastroenterology PeaceHealth-Bellingham
Kaiser Radiation Therapy Women’s Clinic of Vancouver Providence Medford Medical Center
Kaiser Regional Lab Women’s Healthcare Associates Providence Portland Medical Center
Kaiser Salem Neighborhood Providence Seaside Medical Center
Office Building Providence Milwaukie Chapel
Kaiser Sunnyside-Dr. Lounge MEDICAL & PROFESSIONAL Rogue Valley Medical Center
Kaiser Vancouver OFFICE BUILDINGS Santiam Memorial Hospital
Mt. Hood Radiation Oncology Clinic Good Shepherd Health Systems- Southwest Washington Medical Center
NW Renal Care Medical Office Building St. John Medical Center
Orthopedic & Fracture Clinic Legacy Professional Office Building Providence Newberg Medical Center
Pacific Oncology PeaceHealth-Lakefront MOB &
Administrative Offices
Portland Clinic - Downtown & South
Providence Milwaukie–Cafeteria TENANT IMPROVEMENT
Portland Dermatology Clinic
Providence Milwaukie-MOB Arbor Homes
Providence - Child & Adolescent Providence St. Vincent Medical Center- Harrison Square
Mental Health Medical Office Bldg V Liberty Northwest
Providence Orthopedic and Valley Medical Office Building Parkside Center
Fracture Rehabilitation Clinic
Sage Software
Southwest Washington Cardiology EXTENDED CARE FACILITIES Western States Chiropractic College
St. Joseph Professional Medical Encore Senior Living
Office Building Mt. St. Joseph Eldercare Facility
Sylvan Medical Center Providence Child Center
The Women’s Center

6. Center for Medical Imaging
Aloha, OR

9. Kaiser Radiation Therapy
Portland, OR

11. Kaiser Salem Neighborhood Office Building
Salem, OR

13. Pacific Oncology
Beaverton, OR

14. Providence Portland Chapel
Beaverton, OR

15. Gerry Frank Center for Children's Care
Providence St. Vincent Hospital: Portland, OR

20. Providence Milwaukie Emergency Department
Milwaukie, OR

22. Providence Milwaukie Donor Wall
Milwaukie, OR

24. Rogue Valley Medical Center
Medford, OR

27. Providence Medical Group
Orenco Station: Hillsboro, OR

28. Arbor Custom Homes
Portland, OR

30. HMH
Harrison Square: Portland, OR

31. Kaiser Sunnyside Medical Campus
Dr's Lounge: Clackamas, OR

34. REFERENCES
Santiam Memorial Hospital
Contact Maggie Hudson
(503-505-9454)
Location Stayton, OR
Scope Master planning, finish selection & specification, construction documentation,
specification & coordination of furniture, contract administration for interiors items
Kaiser Permanente
Contact Matt Justiniano
(503-813-4122)
Location Portland, OR
Scope Within parameters of national facilities standards: master planning, finish selection
& specification, construction documentation, specification & coordination of
furniture, contract administration for interiors items
Walla Walla General Hospital
Contact Monty Knittel
(509-525-0480)
Location Walla Walla, WA
Scope Master planning, finish selection & specification, construction documentation,
specification & coordination of furniture, contract administration for interiors items
Center for Medical Imaging
Contact Dr. Greg Beagle
(503-216-8400)
Location Aloha, OR
Scope Finish selection & specification, construction documentation, specification &
coordination of furniture, contract administration for interiors items