Healthcare Architecture Planning Project Analysis Interiors
Orthopaedic Medical Office Building
This project for a small but mature orthopaedic practice was completed in October, 2000. AFH helped Dr. James Wheeler analyze space needs and site requirements and then project total project development costs. Building area includes 4,068 s.f. on the main level, plus a 650 s.f. attic level.
Located on a hospital campus in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the design for this new orthopedic office facility takes a conservative yet solid approach utilizing brick and aluminum as the major exterior components for low maintenance. Although small, the facility utilizes all of the medical planning efficiencies of much larger facilities. A storage and mechanical attic space is also included under the sloping lines of a hip and gable roof.
The drive-under entry canopy and vestibule allow covered access to the facility for both ambulance and typical orthopedic patients. The dual access vestibule allows ambulance patients access through the front doors without having to disturb the waiting room.
Chief Contact: James Wheeler, MD - (828) 652-1673
McDowell Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Marion, NC
