6 Beneficial Questions – Part 1 – Examples
When you sit down for your first meeting one of the most important things that need to be discussed before you start getting down to the nitty-gritty is are the design and construct team you are talking to capable of doing your project? This may seem like a silly thing to discuss considering you […]
Take a Look Down
One thing we find to be overlooked by clients when purchasing a new tenancy are the underground services and what work may need to be done before construction can take place. Although invisible, underground services such as electrical, gas, sewerage and water are extremely important and certain steps need to be taken in order to […]
6 Beneficial Questions
There are some very simple questions that you should ask your design and construct company before appointing them to take on your new medical, dental or veterinary clinic. Some things you may want to cover in your initial meeting are: Examples – How many projects have they done in the past that are of […]
Build WELL
These days we are all about health and well-being, so why not make your clinic WELL compliant? The WELL Building Standard consists of features across eight concepts that address not only the design and operations of buildings, but also how they impact and influence human behaviors related to health and well-being. These features include: […]
How Ceiling Systems are Keeping us Healthy
When it comes to a brand new fit out, rarely would ceiling tiles be the first thing you would think about when it comes to aesthetics and hygiene but they are more important to your health than you would think. When it comes to ceiling tiles within a healthcare environment it is very […]
5 Steps to the Perfect Clinic
Making the decision to open or refurbish your own clinic is a big one and therefore sitting down with a professional fit out company in order to discuss options is a must! 5 very important things to take into consideration before any major decisions are made are: Budget. This is the most important thing as it […]
That Musical Effect
Studies have shown that music has a powerful effect on the brain, notably when it comes to reducing feelings of stress and even pain. Of course the type of music you play will have an impact on this so we aren’t saying you should blast heavy metal through your waiting room but calming music […]
Is Feng Shui For You?
Feng Shui isn’t for everyone but if you are interested in the benefits it can be quite an interesting exercise when it comes to the lay out of your clinic. Firstly, what is Feng Shui? Feng Shui is the balance and harmony between you and your practice. Qi is believed to generate positive and healthy energy […]
Fabric: Not As Simple As It Seems
When it comes to upholstery it is a completely different ballgame in the medical world. As you may or may not know, medical grade, or high performance fabrics are different to the fabrics you can choose from when you are shopping for a new lounge suite. Companies such as Crypton, Instyle and Woven […]
Urban Dentist in Berlin
We absolutely love seeing clinical spaces taken to the next level and turned into pieces of art! Have a look at what Studio Karhard have whipped up in Berlin…… Article by Yellowtrace The Urban Dentist in Berlin by Studio Karhard.