We deliver compliant refurbishment for healthcare facilities, including GP surgeries, dental practices, private clinics, hospital departments, and care homes. Our extensive experience in the healthcare sector means we understand the stringent requirements for infection control, patient safety, and regulatory compliance.

Understanding the Healthcare Environment

Healthcare premises are among the most demanding environments for interior fit-out. Every material, surface, and detail must be considered through the lens of hygiene, patient safety, and clinical function. Key considerations include:

  • Infection control — surfaces must be easy to clean, non-porous, and resistant to bacterial growth
  • Patient comfort — clinical spaces can be intimidating; thoughtful design reduces anxiety and supports recovery
  • Regulatory compliance — CQC, HTM, and HBN standards must be met at every stage
  • Operational continuity — healthcare services cannot simply stop during refurbishment
  • Specialist services — medical gas, specialist ventilation, and clinical waste management

What We Deliver

Clinical Treatment Rooms

Treatment and consultation rooms require:

  • Hygienic wall finishes — wipeable, anti-microbial wall cladding and coatings that eliminate joints and grout lines
  • Sealed flooring — welded sheet vinyl with coved skirting, creating a seamless, cleanable finish from floor to wall
  • Clinical handwash stations — sensor-operated taps with integral soap and paper towel dispensers, positioned to encourage hand hygiene
  • Appropriate lighting — high-CRI luminaires that support accurate clinical assessment whilst maintaining a calming atmosphere

Waiting Areas and Reception

The patient experience begins in the waiting area. We design spaces that are:

  • Calming — natural materials, warm colours, and soft lighting that reduce anxiety
  • Accessible — fully compliant with the Equality Act, including wheelchair access, hearing loops, and clear signage
  • Comfortable — wipeable, anti-microbial seating that is easy to clean
  • Functional — self-check-in kiosks, patient information displays, and clear wayfinding

Washrooms

Healthcare washrooms demand the highest standards:

  • Accessible facilities — fully Document M compliant with grab rails, emergency pull cords, and adequate turning circles
  • Anti-ligature fittings — where required in mental health settings
  • Hygienic fixtures — touchless taps, soap dispensers, and hand dryers
  • Infection control — seamless surfaces with integral drainage

Dental Surgery Fit-Out

Dental practices have their own specific requirements:

  • Surgery design — layouts optimised for dental chairs, cabinetry, and equipment
  • Specialist plumbing — suction systems, compressed air lines, and water purification
  • Lead-lined X-ray rooms — radiation-shielded rooms for radiographic equipment
  • Decontamination rooms — designed to HTM 01-05 standards for instrument reprocessing

Staff Areas

Healthcare staff work demanding shifts and need high-quality rest and welfare facilities:

  • Staff rooms and kitchens — comfortable spaces for meals and breaks
  • Changing rooms and lockers — secure storage for personal items and uniform changes
  • On-call rooms — for staff working overnight in hospital settings

Compliance and Standards

Every healthcare project we deliver is designed to comply with:

  • CQC (Care Quality Commission) — premises that support safe, effective, and well-led care
  • HTM (Health Technical Memoranda) — guidance on building components, engineering services, and equipment
  • HBN (Health Building Notes) — guidance on the design and layout of healthcare buildings
  • Equality Act 2010 — full accessibility for patients and staff
  • Fire Safety (Article 5) — compliant escape routes, detection, and alarm systems

Working in Live Healthcare Environments

Healthcare services must continue during refurbishment. Our approach minimises disruption:

  • Phased programmes — we work room by room or zone by zone, decanting services as required
  • Dust and infection control — full containment with negative pressure, HEPA filtration, and sealed hoardings
  • Out-of-hours working — we schedule noisy or disruptive works outside patient-facing hours
  • Risk assessments — comprehensive RAMS tailored to the clinical environment

Why Choose Linvex

Healthcare is one of our core sectors. We have over 40 years of experience delivering refurbishment projects for GP surgeries, dental practices, private clinics, hospital departments, and care homes. Our team understands the regulations, respects the clinical environment, and delivers spaces that are safe, hygienic, and welcoming for patients and staff alike.