Posts by Invision Development LLC
How to Stay Within Budget and On Schedule for Your Medical Office Project
Building a medical office is a significant investment, and staying within budget and on schedule is crucial to the success of the project. Whether you’re constructing a new facility or renovating an existing space, managing costs and time effectively ensures that your project is completed smoothly, allowing you to focus on delivering care to your…
Read MoreRenovation or New Build? Deciding What’s Best for Your Medical Practice
When your medical practice needs to expand, modernize, or move to a new location, one of the first decisions you’ll face is whether to renovate an existing office space or construct a new facility from the ground up. Each option has its advantages and challenges, and the right choice will depend on factors such as…
Read MoreThe Importance of Compliance in Medical Office Construction
Building a medical office is more than just designing an attractive and functional space—it involves adhering to strict regulations and codes that ensure patient safety, accessibility, and operational efficiency. Medical facilities must comply with a range of legal and industry standards, from accessibility mandates like ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) compliance to fire safety codes…
Read MoreUnderstanding Dental Office Buildout Costs
Building a dental office is a significant financial undertaking that requires careful planning and a thorough understanding of the various cost components. Whether you’re starting from scratch or renovating an existing space, it’s crucial to have a clear picture of the expenses involved. In this article post, we’ll explore the key factors that influence dental…
Read MoreThe Sale-Leaseback Strategy: A Financial Tool for Physicians
In the rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, physicians and medical practices often face the dual challenges of maintaining high-quality patient care while managing financial stability. One innovative financial strategy that can provide liquidity and flexibility is the sale-leaseback transaction. This article explores how sale-leaseback arrangements work and the potential benefits they offer to physicians. What is…
Read MoreA Physician’s Guide to Planning, Designing and Building a Medical Office Building
Opening a medical office is a significant project that requires meticulous planning, strategic anticipation, and a dedicated commitment to delivering exceptional healthcare services. This guide will walk you through each critical step of the process, from defining your purpose and objectives to the construction and opening of your new facility. By using these steps as…
Read MoreThe Medical Office Buildout Process
The medical office buildout process can seem like a mystery to those who have not gone through one. Having managed dozens of professional and medical office buildouts I thought I would take a few minutes and shed some light on the process and the timeline from initial concept to move in. My hope is that…
Read MoreCommercial Building Permits
A commercial building permit is an official approval issued by the local building department that allows you to proceed with a construction project on your commercial property. It is intended to ensure that the project plans to comply with local regulations and building code. As a general contractor specializing in tenant improvements, I often get…
Read MoreTypes of Construction Contracts
There are several different types of construction contracts used for contracting commercial construction services. But the two main types in use today are Lump Sum or Cost-Plus Fee contracts. This is not to be confused with construction delivery methods which include design-bid-build and design-build. I will talk about this in a future article but for…
Read MoreWhen Should I Start Talking to a Contractor About My Project?
In the traditional design-bid-build project delivery method, contractors only get involved in a project after the design has already been completed. Their ability to drive cost savings, provide constructability reviews and accelerate the schedule is severely limited under this model. By getting a contractor involved early addresses these concerns and will lead to real benefits…
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