Designing Behaviourally Supportive Environments in PBS

Is your environment helping or hindering behaviour support? In PBS, the way a space is set up has a direct impact on how people feel, behave, and engage. That’s why environmental design is more than a facilities issue β€” it’s central to quality care.


πŸ—οΈ Key Features of a PBS-Ready Environment

  • Zones for activity and quiet reflection
  • Safe access to outdoor space and sensory areas
  • Minimised clutter and controlled noise levels
  • Calm, consistent colour schemes

All of this helps people feel secure, respected, and understood β€” which makes challenging behaviour less likely.


πŸ“‹ What Commissioners Want to Hear

Describe how your environment was shaped by people’s needs, not just regulations. Include co-production, risk assessments, and how you adjust based on what works. Show that you don’t treat space as an afterthought.


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Updated for Procurement Act 2023 β€’ CQC-aligned β€’ BASE-aligned (where relevant)


Written by Impact Guru, editorial oversight by Mike Harrison, Founder of Impact Guru Ltd β€” bringing extensive experience in health and social care tenders, commissioning and strategy.

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