How to choose the ideal location for your clinic

The 7 Key Factors for Making the Best Decision

Designing clinics and medical centers begins with selecting the right location—a critical step that will influence the layout, accessibility, and patient experience. Making the best decision requires evaluating every detail to ensure a functional and well-adapted space. Discover the keys to optimal design for clinics and medical centers.

Often, our clients contact us when they have one or more potential locations for their new clinic. In many cases, they are considering purchasing, so they cannot afford to make mistakes and ask for our advice in choosing. It is essential to analyze certain factors that will impact the viability and success of the project.

1. An open space facilitates the design of your clinic

For the design of a new clinic, it is ideal for the space to be completely empty, allowing a detailed view to avoid discovering hidden flaws later on. When a space is already partitioned, significant experience is required to adapt the clinic’s layout effectively and make the most of what is already built. What might seem like an advantage could turn into a limitation.

2. Accessibility is not optional for your clinic

Access to the space can be a concern. Regulations are very strict regarding this aspect and require barrier-free access. If the space is elevated above street level, a specific solution will be necessary, which can be more or less complex.

In the case of Elisabeth Egio’s clinic in Elche, we resolved a height difference with a simple, intuitive straight ramp at the entrance, which also integrated a large doormat.

La fachada de la clínica Elisabeth Egio destaca por su diseño moderno y elegante, con una combinación de materiales y colores que transmiten sofisticación y bienestar. El revestimiento de azulejos verticales en tono verde grisáceo, junto con la iluminación cálida y la integración de vegetación, crean una imagen acogedora y contemporánea. La gran cristalera permite vislumbrar el interior, donde se aprecia una recepción con formas rectas y un área de espera con mobiliario de líneas suaves, generando una atmósfera de confort y exclusividad. La identidad visual se refuerza con la tipografía minimalista del rótulo y el logotipo iluminado.

La recepción de la clínica Elisabeth Egio se destaca por su diseño moderno y elegante, donde los materiales y la iluminación juegan un papel clave en la creación de un ambiente acogedor. El mostrador combina texturas con azulejos en tonos neutros y una iluminación LED perimetral que realza su presencia. Las lámparas colgantes de formas orgánicas aportan dinamismo al espacio, mientras que las paredes con paneles lisos y curvas revestidas en cerámica verde brillante añaden sofisticación y fluidez visual. La integración de elementos naturales, como las plantas, refuerza la sensación de bienestar y confort en el entorno.

3. A clinic with low ceilings is a symbol of limitations and problems

You must be aware that the space must have a minimum height to be legalized for your activity. If parts of the space do not comply, the design will face constraints because those areas will be limited by regulations.

At Vericat Clinic in Alzira, we faced this challenge with a space that had low ceilings. The solution: a vinyl ceiling that visually enhances the height and improves the perception of space without compromising functionality.

4. Available height is key for clinic design

The available height is also important for other reasons: if it’s not sufficient, it will negatively impact the installation of systems (such as air conditioning, ventilation, or electricity) and could lead to a negative spatial feeling for patients and staff, reducing comfort.

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5. Natural light in your clinic depends on orientation and surroundings

The orientation of the space, the height of surrounding buildings, and the width of the street directly influence how much natural light the clinic will receive.

With an intelligent layout approach, we optimized the natural light in Dentibela Clinic in Burriana. We achieved excellent functionality and a sense of privacy using strategically placed translucent curtains.

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6. The clinic’s visibility starts with the façade

The size of the façade influences the visibility of the future clinic, but also the width of the sidewalk, pedestrian and vehicle traffic volume, and whether cars are parked close by. All these factors affect how the space is perceived.

A good façade design can attract future patients. This was the case for Sergio Miralles Clinic in Castellón, where, despite a small façade for a 400 m² clinic, we achieved a significant impact.

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7. Analyze local competition

The surrounding area defines the potential patient profile and influences the clinic’s image. It is important to evaluate the presence of other clinics in the area, identify underserved market niches, and analyze the perception of neighboring businesses.

Conclusion

Choosing the right location is a decisive step in the success of your clinic or medical center. Every factor, from accessibility to lighting or the layout of the space, influences functionality and the patient experience.

You can count on us to evaluate the suitability of the location you’re considering for your future clinic. We assess every detail to ensure that your investment results in an efficient, welcoming space aligned with the needs of your clinic.

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