The Facility Guidelines Institute (FGI)

The Facility Guidelines Institute (FGI) is an organization that creates detailed standards for designing and building healthcare and residential facilities. Its guidelines ensure these environments are safe, functional, and support good patient care and occupant well-being. Professionals like architects and builders use FGI’s recommendations when planning new facilities or renovating existing ones, helping to meet legal requirements and industry best practices. The goal is to promote safe, efficient, and high-quality healthcare and residential spaces that serve patients, residents, and staff effectively.