Description
Beauty clinic interior design and decoration is to create a welcoming and comfortable environment for your clients, or patients. A well-planned design can improve the functionality and efficiency of the place. Therefore it is important to take into account all the key aspects to create a functional aesthetic clinic, from the right lighting to the choice of colors and furniture.
Also known as an aesthetic clinic, beauty clinics offer a more comprehensive range of treatments than beauty parlors, in a clean, and safe environment. These treatments can include laser treatments, chemical peels, Botox injections, and dermal fillers. Beauty clinics are healthcare facilities that focus on outpatients.
On the other hand, beauty parlors, also known as beauty salons, offer more beauty-oriented services in a salon setting. These services can include facials, manicures, pedicures, waxing, exfoliation, makeup advice, and massages.
In this article, we will give you a complete guide on the key aspects we consider and the importance of relying on quality service to obtain the best results in your medical or beauty clinic.
From the start of the interior design of any medical or beauty clinic, it is essential to understand the nature and operation of the business as much as possible. Issues such as the number of people who will be working there or the type of treatments that will be performed must be considered. And, the design will vary depending on whether the clinic focuses on manual treatments or, on the contrary, uses aesthetic equipment.
Beauty clinics and beauty parlors share a common goal: enhancing beauty and well-being. Both offer a range of services like facials, manicures, pedicures, and hair treatments. However, beauty clinics often specialize in more advanced treatments like chemical peels, laser therapy, and medical-grade skincare, while beauty parlors focus on traditional beauty services.
Functionality of a beauty clinic interior design
Make the most of your clinic’s space
In any case, it will be necessary to find the ideal space for your different equipment and machines. And this will influence the design so that the different elements match and a homogeneous and clean space is generated, without much noise.
In a beauty clinic, you have an office or private space where the professional can calmly attend to his clients in a personal and private manner. In this way, your patients will feel more comfortable and it will be easier to understand their problem and establish a diagnosis.
If you have a cabin specialized in certain treatments, placing a sink in it can make work much easier. You must also have a storage space for the different types of products, so that order is not a problem.
If you will carry out different types of treatments in the clinic, both body and facial, the possibility of creating a larger cabin can be considered, in which it will be possible to work with greater freedom of movement in the treatments that require it. Thus leaving other smaller cabins for treatments that do not require as much space, such as pressotherapy.
The toilet in this type of business is also a space that requires special attention, adapting it to the design of the rest of the clinic. Here, you must decide whether to separate the toilets for the clients from those for the professionals, which is usually the most common.
Color scheme
The color scheme is a crucial element in the interior design of a beauty clinic. Remember, the colors you choose should reflect the brand and style of the clinic. As well as create a relaxing and welcoming atmosphere for clients. Pastel shades, such as pale pink, lilac, and light blue, are very popular in beauty clinics. Because they convey a sense of calm and tranquillity. In addition, these colors can help reduce clients’ anxiety and stress, which is especially important in a beauty clinic.
Another popular choice is neutral and warm colors, such as beige, brown, and grey. These colors are elegant and sophisticated and can help create a cozy and relaxing atmosphere. They can also be a great choice for reception and waiting areas. Because they are colors that convey trust and security.
How to create the right environment in a beauty clinic
In general, the environment of a beauty clinic should be clean, professional, and welcoming. This is to create an atmosphere that inspires confidence and peace of mind for clients. The environment should be serene and professional at the same time. Using light, neutral tones on the walls and floors can help create this serene and relaxing atmosphere.
Furthermore, proper lighting is key. Soft, warm lights can help relax clients, while bright, white lights are essential for performing precise and detailed procedures. Therefore, it is important to have an adaptable and adjustable lighting system in the aesthetic clinic.
A beauty clinic interior design starts at the entrance and the reception area
The reception area in a beauty clinic is also a crucial space as it is the first place your clients see when they enter the establishment. It is important that this space is welcoming and attractive, and that it reflects the brand and image of the clinic.
The reception area should be spacious and comfortable, with stylish and functional furniture, such as chairs and coffee tables. In addition, it should be well-lit and well-organized, so that clients feel comfortable and at ease from the moment they arrive at the clinic.
Designing a beautiful waiting room for customers
The place where your customers wait before being served should be comfortable, attractive, and relaxing. Because this can help create a positive and memorable experience. The waiting area should be spacious and well-lit, with décor that conveys a sense of calm and tranquility. Furniture should be comfortable and inviting, such as armchairs or sofas. And you may want to provide some magazines or books so your customers can entertain themselves while they wait.
Additionally, it is important to consider customer privacy in the waiting room. If possible, waiting areas can be divided into smaller sections, which can help customers feel more comfortable and protected.
Beauty clinic interior design features
Minimum number of rooms: doctor’s office, treatment room, procedure room (required when using injection treatment methods).
- For clinics with a visitor flow of >50 people/day – separate toilets for staff and visitors.
- If the number of visitors is >20 people/day – a cloakroom for outerwear.
- Minimum area of a cosmetologist’s office and treatment room: 10-12 m².
- Minimum area of the treatment room: 13-16 m².
- Ventilation system: autonomous (if the clinic is located in a residential building).
- Water supply: hot and cold water in the offices.
- Instrument processing areas: two separate sinks or a two-section sink (for washing instruments and washing hands).
- Separate entrances for clinics located in residential buildings.
- Floor coverings: resistant to mechanical impacts. For ventilation chambers – anti-dust. For showers, bathrooms, laundry storage rooms – moisture-resistant.
- Furniture: with a smooth surface, resistant to damp treatment and chemicals.
How a beauty clinic interior design work is structured
- Measurements and planning, as per existing building codes and technical requirements.
- Design and working drawings that optimally solve the organization of engineering communications systems in your clinic and with precise technical instructions for carrying out construction and installation work.
- 3D visualization of the interior for a preview of the future finished premises.
A professional commercial interior designer will offer an interior concept to increase staff motivation and attract clients. This will help to stylistically emphasize the features of your brand, visually expand the space of your clinic, and create an atmosphere of warm coziness and relaxing comfort. - Selection of materials and furniture with arrangement, as well as recommendations for the use of professional non-toxic, and fireproof finishing materials that ensure durability and low operating costs.
Main stages in beauty clinic interior design
1. Technical assignment. The customer fills out a detailed questionnaire and provides the available documentation.
2. Commercial offer. Calculation of the volume of necessary work, determination of terms and cost. Conclusion of the contract.
3. Preparation of design documentation (technical drawings and 3D visualizations):
- Planning solutions (space planning concept) – 5/7 working days.
- Technological solutions (organization of communications systems, determination of the functionality of specific premises, creation of ergonomic work areas and rest areas, selection of materials) – 10/12 working days.
- Interior design and lighting selection (type of finishing, color palette, zoning, decor) – 15/20 working days.
- Estimate of design documentation, including all engineering, technological, technical, and design solutions – 15 working days.
4. Formation of a plan for repair and construction works based on the project and estimate approved by you. Then the signing of the contract and launch of construction works.
In conclusion
At Wallpaper Kenya we are specialists in the design and interior decoration of all types of spaces. As specialists in design and architecture projects, we will be delighted to help you with the design and interior decoration of your medical, beauty, or aesthetic clinic so that you can turn your project into reality with the best hands. We invite you to see our commercial projects so that you can make a good decision.