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Memphis Veterinary Specialists (MVS) is a referral-based veterinary practice with expertise in emergency surgery, exotic animals, orthopedics, oncology, dermatology, dentistry, and diagnostic treatment. The practice had outgrownits location in a retail shopping center and needed a freestanding building for their growing practice. Continuous 24-7 treatment and care for animal patients created programmatic needs that are very similar to a human hospital, including: treatment, surgery, specialty procedure rooms, recovery, and intensive care areas.
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During the architectural interview process, the client provided plans and exterior renderings of the building, drawn by their lead surgeon. These drawings were used as evaluation criteria for the architect?s schematic design work. This dynamic provided the basis for the collaborative dialogue surrounding the building?s design. The client?s main goal was to provide an efficient work space for the staff that maximized their ability to care for their animal patients. Other goals for the project included: responsibility to a tight budget, an aggressive schedule, and the environment. Courtesy of Archimania – Section

The building?s shape was created by reconciling the constraints of the site with the program. Interior spaces for surgery, specialty procedure, and support were wrapped around the main treatment area ...