Business Interiors is proud to have provided comprehensive wall solutions for Total Dermatology during the substantial expansion of their downtown Birmingham location. This 25,000 sq ft, two-floor project was part of the continued historical renovation of the Woodward Building. Birmingham firm CCR Architecture and Interiors led the project design, with Rives Construction serving as the general contractor.

Precision Scope and Acoustic Priority

The primary challenge was maintaining privacy within the clinical setting. Specifically, client confidentiality was crucial, making soundproofing a vital factor. Falkbuilt effectively addressed this issue by integrating insulation into the solid walls to enhance acoustic performance. As a result, the walls achieved STC ratings of up to STC 53, effectively minimizing sound transfer between rooms.

Business Interiors provided the full Falkbuilt wall solution, totaling 2,906 lineal feet across two floors. The scope included walls for key areas: the lobby, exam rooms, waiting rooms, procedure rooms, conference rooms, offices, restrooms, kitchen, bar, and storage rooms.

Architectural Versatility

BI’s Architectural Product division collaborated closely with CCR on the project’s design development. We offered 3-D virtual walkthroughs of the space, along with plans, elevations, finish options, and renderings prior to finalizing the design. The project clearly highlights the versatility of Falkbuilt’s robust solutions, which included a diverse range of materials and functions:

• Wall Types: The installation featured solid walls, glass walls, glass transoms, curved glass transoms, curved stacked solid walls, graphic laminated glass, and an operable wall.

• Door Types: We included pivot and sliding doors, glass and wood doors, lever set and bar pull hardware, and access control hardware.

• Cladding: Finishes utilized 3D laminate, woodgrain laminate, back painted glass, custom graphic glass, and fabric cladding.

Integrated Millwork

Falkbuilt solutions were successfully used for all custom millwork throughout the facility. This provided seamless integration and consistency. The millwork scope covered all custom cabinetry, including exam rooms, procedure rooms, nurse stations, kitchen cabinets, bar cabinets, work areas, storage, and wardrobe cabinets, as well as all solid surfaces.

Total Dermatology offers a variety of specialized dermatological services, including medical, surgical, and cosmetic treatments. Their full-service spa, Total on 1st, is also located in the downtown Woodward Building. It provides a range of spa and medical-grade skincare services, further establishing the Woodward Building as a comprehensive wellness hub.

Photography by: Liesa Cole