This document summarizes a presentation on hot topics in interior design related to healthcare and aging. It discusses trends like aging in place and challenges associated with populations living longer. It also examines differences in aging populations globally and how culture and location influence design solutions. The role of interior design is described in supporting aging needs through spaces that promote health, safety and independence at home or in care facilities. Collaboration and sharing of global research and innovations is presented as important to developing design solutions for an aging world.