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Office space planning and design for medical practices: Part 3, Implementation, design, and construction
Richard C Haines1, Jeffrey K Griffin
1Medical Design International, 2100 East Exchange Place, Suite 400, Tucker, GA 30084, USA. haines@mdiatlanta.com
The Journal of Medical Practice Management : MPM
|September 16, 2003
Summary
Deciding between new construction or remodeling for your facility involves complex implementation. This guide explores navigating the design and construction process for a functional, cost-effective office space.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Administration
- Facility Management
- Construction Management
Background:
- Facility expansion decisions involve choosing between new construction and remodeling.
- Both options present unique challenges in design and implementation.
- Achieving a functional and cost-effective space is a primary goal.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline the implementation process for facility design and construction.
- To provide guidance on overcoming hurdles in creating functional office spaces.
- To explore cost-effective strategies for practice facility development.
Main Methods:
- Exploration of the practical steps in facility implementation.
- Analysis of common challenges in design and construction phases.
- Discussion of strategies for cost management during development.
Main Results:
- The decision-making process for facility development is critical.
- Successful implementation requires careful planning and execution.
- Cost-effectiveness is achievable through strategic management.
Conclusions:
- Navigating facility design and construction is a complex process.
- Effective implementation leads to functional and economical office spaces.
- This article serves as a continuation of guidance on practice facility development.