Your team keeps your veterinary practice running, so doesn't it make sense to take their needs to account when designing your facility? You may have a vision for your dream practice, but building with your team members in mind will give you a happier staff—and perhaps a more successful practice. Here's a look at some of the most important aspects of building, featured in the 2011 Veterinary Economics Hospital Design Supplement.

COVER STORY
25 ways to make your team love your hospital

CHECKING IN
Dream on: The search for the perfect house

DESIGN Q&A
Q&A: What kind of doors should I install in my practice's entryway?

Q&A: During the building process, which duties should I delegate?

Q&A: Do I need a bonded contractor?

DESIGN TIPS
3 ways to plan for future growth

The tricks to designing your treatment area

Stick with ceramic with tiling walls

Make time to meet during your construction project

TEAM AREAS
Photo gallery: Terrific team areas—and what makes them great

EQUIPMENT
A look at team members' favorite veterinary equipment

NOISE
4 ways to control noise in your veterinary hospital

Take a tour of bad veterinary practices before before you build

FINANCING
How to finance your team's dream hospital