VisionCall, the UK’s largest provider of mobile eye care services, had branched into dental care with the launch of a new practice in Lanark, approached us to create an inviting and inspiring interior scheme for the entire practice and provide detailed design and supervision services associated with their reception and waiting area.
Creating an effective reception area poses special challenges: within a relatively small space a number of elements must be provided, such as a reception desk, seating, children’s play area, and information display, and these are frequently disparate, uncoordinated aspects of a dental practice’s environment. Our approach was to focus on integrating the functional requirements into a holistic design scheme that would help to put patients at ease through ambiance and aesthetics.
We, therefore, devised a scheme that was welcoming and relaxing for patients, functionally excellent for staff, and incorporated aspects of Visioncall’s corporate identity to define the personality of the practice. Walnut flooring provides warmth and texture; a green feature wall adds interest, reflects Visioncall’s corporate identity, and provides a dynamic place for display; low white units provide seating and a play platform for children while incorporating hidden storage underneath. The lighting subtly defines the reception from the waiting area and creates a more relaxing environment overall.
A message from our client:
“Their one stop shop approach allowed us to feel part of the process from start to finish, as has their dedicated and personal project management.
We were delighted with the outcome of our reception and were inspired with the manner in which the company allowed us to think outside the box.”
Rickey Pooran
