create an inclusive sanctuary where clients could feel relaxed, refreshed, and welcome from the moment they step in.
Located at #600 – 1281 Hornby Street, Vancouver, this ~1,120 sq ft space presented a unique opportunity:
blending functional healthcare requirements with the warmth and calm of a spa-like environment.
Completed in 2025, the project showcases how strategic clinic interior design and a nature-inspired concept
can elevate both form and function in a commercial space.
Project Overview
- Location: Vancouver, BC
- Sector: Commercial | Healthcare
- Size: ~1,120 sq ft
- Year Completed: 2025
- Services: Interior Design, Permit Application, Construction Management
Euphora MD is a boutique medi-spa offering a range of aesthetic treatments at competitive pricing — a place designed to feel like a retreat rather than a clinical facility.
Our goal was to bring that sense of calm and restorative comfort to life through every design decision.
A Nature-Inspired Design Concept
To set Euphora MD apart from typical medical clinics, the interior design concept was rooted in nature immersion —
leveraging sight, touch, sound, and rhythm to evoke ease and rejuvenation. By translating the changing seasons into distinct spatial zones,
the design narrates a journey of serenity and renewal as clients move through the clinic.
Reception — A Winter Sanctuary
The reception area serves as the first emotional impression. Against a warm, neutral backdrop, a dramatic
Aurora Borealis-inspired light feature behind the wooden welcome desk anchors the space, infusing it with subtle energy that feels both luxurious and soothing.
Transition Corridor — Spring Renewal
A softly lit vaulted corridor evokes the freshness of spring. Gentle uplighting and a bright, textured ceiling make this transitional space feel uplifting —
a visual cue that guests are stepping deeper into a restorative environment.
Treatment Areas — Seasonal Harmony
The treatment rooms echo the calmness of late summer and early fall with natural light, moss wall accents, and warm materials like wood-finish cabinetry and vinyl flooring.
Indirect perimeter lighting enhances the atmosphere, fostering comfort and discretion — key considerations in healthcare interior design and wellness environments.
Design Details That Make a Difference
Integrating Natural Materials and Textures
Incorporating elements like moss, pebbles, wood finishes, and soft neutral fabrics creates an immediate connection to nature.
These materials align with Euphora MD’s brand while offering sensory comfort that clients notice instinctively.
Thoughtful Lighting
Lighting plays a critical role in both aesthetic appeal and patient experience. By using layered, indirect lighting throughout — especially in treatment areas —
the design moves away from harsh clinical fluorescents and toward warm, comfort-focused illumination.
Seamless Flow and Comfort
The floor plan was crafted to encourage a smooth journey from reception to treatment, reducing visual clutter and creating an intuitive sense of progression and calm.
This intentional flow supports a more relaxed experience from arrival to appointment.
What This Design Means for Euphora MD
The completed clinic is more than a physical space — it’s an experience. By combining functional planning with sensory engagement,
we created a healthcare environment that feels welcoming and restorative without sacrificing professionalism.
This project demonstrates how commercial interior design in Vancouver can elevate healthcare spaces and enhance the overall client journey.
Ready to Transform Your Space?
If you’re planning a commercial or healthcare interior design project in Vancouver or the Lower Mainland, we’d love to help.
Whether you’re building from scratch or refreshing an existing space, our team can bring your vision to life with strategic design,
permit support, and construction management.
Contact us today to start your design journey.
Whitney is currently the Co-Founder and Creative Director for Ark and Mason Interior Design in Vancouver, BC. She expert in commercial interior design and construction management.
