We have noticed an increase in our clients desire to explore environmentally friendly design principles in their surgery fitout. More and more commercial suppliers are introducing products to meet this new demand. Once “the green solution” was an expensive option. These days it is becoming more affordable.
In some instances the choice is no longer ours to make. Concerns about the environment have led to new building code legislation regarding the amount of energy consumed per square metre of commercial space. As the surgery requires high levels of effective lighting, designers are now turning having to turn to other types of fitting (eg LEDs or compact fluoros as opposed to metal halides or 12V downlights). These lights offer the dentists savings in energy consumption as well as regulation compliance.
We are constantly researching the practicalities and costs associated with these new eco friendly product ranges. Where it makes commercial and design sense to use them we will. However, if the option incurs significant extra cost we will advise you so that you can make the choice for yourself.
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