Animal Wellness Center Capstone Interior Design

ANIMAL WELLNESS CENTER

Alexa Stellern

ALEXA STELLERN

MARYVILLE UNIVERSITY - MAY 2020

PROJECT OVERVIEW A visit to a veterinary hospital should feel like a walk in the park. Creating a low stress environment for animals promotes healing and wellness. Sage Animal Wellness Center is a modern, state-of-the-art veterinary center which brings the convenience of multiple services into one friendly and inviting place. Natural materials such as wood and stone anchor the exterior; the interior glass courtyard invites clients into the bright open reception area. Along with basic veterinary care, the Wellness Center provides surgical suites, pet grooming, dog day care, dog training, and dog and cat boarding.

40% OF CATS HAVE NOT

79% OF DOG OWNERS HAVE

BEEN TO A VETERINARIAN

BROUGHT THEIR DOG TO THE

IN THE PAST YEAR DUE TO

VETERINARIAN IN THE PAST

THE STRESS TO BOTH THE

YEAR

CAT AND OWNER

37% 58%

OF DOG OWNERS

OF CAT OWNERS

SAID THEIR PET HATES GOING TO THE VET

$19 BILLION

WERE SPENT ON PETS IN THE UNITED STATES IN 2019

BENEFITS OF IMPLEMENTING "FEAR FREE" DESIGN

78%

OF DOGS WERE FEARFUL ON THE EXAM TABLE

FEAR FREE VETERINARY CARE

HEALTH BENEFITS OF FEAR FREE DESIGN

AIMING TO IMPROVE CARE AND OUTCOMES FOR ANIMALS BY REDUCING STRESS THAT PETS FEEL IN VETERINARY SETTINGS.

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more accurate blood tests, temperatures, pulse and respiration rates. More accurate physical exams, less sedation, less immune suppression, vomiting and GI upset.

veterinary and pet professionals have commited to becoming Fear Free.

Fear Free Hospital Elements Include: Noise Control Seperate Cat/Dog Waiting Areas Outdoor Exam Spaces Natural Light in Exam Rooms Raised Platforms for Cat Carriers Non-Slip Flooring In-room checkout Direct exit from exam room

7 OUT OF 10 dogs are neutered or spayed

81%

75%

$908

ANNUAL BASIC EXPENSES

0%

OF U.S. HOUSEHOLDS OWN A PET

Preventative Care

29%

Sick Care

EMERGENCY CARE

$1,381

25%

PREVENTATIVE CARE

67%

50%

52%

SICK CARE

100%

Emergency Care

REASON FOR SEEKING ANIMAL CARE

SITE LOCATION 15599 Manchester Road Ellisville, MO.

ELLISVILLE, MO

FLESHER DRIVE

SITE PLAN

MANCHESTER ROAD

problem STATEMENT Located in Ellisville, Missouri, Sage Animal Wellness offers full-service veterinary care, providing everything from wellness visits and dentistry to orthopedic surgery, ultrasound, and endoscopy.

Having outgrown their current hospital, they aspire to find a new location and construct a new larger facility from the ground up. Allowing them to offer more services to their clients.

CONCEPT STATEMENT Inspired by the natural landscape in which animals first emerged, a serene “oasis” is conceived, filled with lush landscaping, gentle lighting, and color.

GOALS Create a stress-free environment for both patients and owners.

“De-institutionalizing” the facility by creating unexpected features that provide an element of surprise in the center’s design and create a more welcoming and entertaining Atmosphere.

Designing indoor and outdoor “get acquainted” areas, including outdoor exam spaces, play spaces and an outdoor courtyard-waiting area.

Providing master plans that allow effective use of the space. Including “self-serve” features such as in room checkout. Creating a relaxed atmosphere for visitors and reduce staff labor and municipal liability.

SKETCHES AND DIAGRAMS

COURTYARD PERSPECTIVE SKETCH

COURTYARD VIEWS DIAGRAM

TURF DRAINAGE SYSTEM DIAGRAM

CODES BUILDING CLASSIFICATION:

REQUIREMENTS FOR CONSTRUCTION TYPE V B

Municipality: Ellisville IBC Version: International Building Code 2015 Building Classification: Business Group B - Animal hospital, kennels and pounds Total Building Square Foot: 8,945

Type of Construction: Type V B Allowable Building Height: 60 Feet Allowable Number of Stories: 3 Allowable Area: 36,000 Minimum Number of Exits: 2

Type of Construction: Type V B Sprinkler System: Yes Stories: 1 Building Height: 20’ Number of Exits: 2

MINIMUM NUMBER OF REQUIRED PLUMBING FIXTURES

Occupancy Load Factor: 100 Gross Occupancy Load: 89 Number of Exits: 2 Exit Access (Travel Distance): 200 Feet Without Sprinkler System or 300 Feet With Sprinkler System Water Closets: 3 Lavatories: 3 Drinking Fountains: 1 Other: 1 Service Sink Number of Parking Spaces: 41

Water Closets: 3 Lavatories: 3 Drinking Fountains: 1 Other: 1 Service Sink

MINIMUM PARKING REQUIREMENTS

Minimum of 4 spaces per doctor plus 1 space per additional employee Number of Doctors: 5 Number of Employees (excluding doctors): 21 Required Number of Parking Spaces: 41

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LAUNDRY ISOLATION FOOD PREP OUTDOOR STAFF SPACE OUTDOOR PLAY SPACE

RECEPTION

RECEPTION/WAITING AREA ELEVATION

WAITING AREA

FURNITURE

STEELCASE GUEST CHAIR

MATERIALS

KEILHAUER BENCH

STUDIO TK TABLE

BENCH UPHOLSTERY

CHAIR UPHOLSTERY

KNOLL LVT FLOORING WALLCOVERING

TREATMENT AREA

TREATMENT AREA SECTION PERSPECTIVE

DOG BOARDING

MATERIALS

COUNTERTOPS (TREATMENT AREA)

CABINETS (TREATMENT AREA)

KNOLL WALLCOVERING FLOORING (TREATMENT AREA)

DOG KENNEL MATERIAL WALL TILE (DOG BOARDING) (DOG BOARDING)

typical exam room

BUILDING SECTION PERSPECTIVE - WEST

reflected ceiling plan

Alexa Stellern

MARYVILLE UNIVERSITY - MAY 2020 ASTELLERN1@LIVE.MARYVILLE.EDU