Optimizing Your Dental Office Layout for Success

When it comes to creating a dental office layout that reflects your practice's unique personality and meets its specific needs, every detail matters. For Dr. Harnish of Arch Dental, finding the perfect space was a top priority. The original building had an open office style with a central open space, but Hawley, the architect behind Craftwell Architecture + Construction, knew that this space had potential to be transformed.

The new layout fits Dr. Harnish perfectly, and Hawley recalled being surprised that he was able to work in such a small space for so long. The current building houses not one, but two businesses - Dr. Harnish's dental practice and the ecce yoga studio of his wife, Brenda Weiler. This unique setup allows them to practice their professions together while also generating income from underutilized space.

The building itself is a mid-century former Fargo chamber of commerce building with a distinctive façade featuring pointy arches, clerestory windows, oversized hanging globe lights, and inverted columns. Hawley and his team have developed a deep understanding of what dental practices require and how to incorporate these needs into the design while reflecting individual personalities.

For Dr. Harnish's office, this meant creating a space that was both functional and beautiful. The result is a unique blend of old and new, with nods to the building's historical past and modern touches that reflect the dentist's personal style.

Whether you're looking to renovate an existing space or build from scratch, the key is to listen to the people involved and the building itself to bring out its true spirit. Hawley and his partners at Craftwell Architecture + Construction specialize in hospitality, healthcare, and commercial new builds and remodels, and are passionate about adaptive reuse of significant and historical buildings.

As more dental practices opt for unique, gutty designs, it's clear that the right layout can make all the difference. By working with an experienced architect who understands your specific needs, you can create a space that not only reflects your practice's personality but also supports its success.

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