Colleen Harrington, IIDA, NCIDQ, CHID, EDAC, LEED AP

Colleen is an Interior Designer in Gensler’s Philadelphia office, bringing more than two decades of experience dedicated exclusively to healthcare environments. She excels at leading interdisciplinary teams through the full project lifecycle, from early visioning and stakeholder engagement to the final implementation. Grounded in both technical rigor and human-centered thinking, Colleen’s approach focuses on creating healing environments that balance clinical performance with meaningful, supportive experiences for patients, caregivers, and staff. She is particularly passionate about exploring how materiality, interior construction, and environmental factors can contribute to wellness, resilience, and dignity in healthcare spaces. A committed mentor and collaborator, Colleen thrives in team-driven environments where creativity and precision come together to advance design excellence. Her thoughtful leadership and deep expertise strengthen Gensler’s commitment to innovative, holistic healthcare design solutions.