Dr. Brad Zubowsky had a plan to own two hospitals ...

The neighbors help create an image. Photos by Jessica Castillon.

This flashy system helps the team communicate without saying a word. Photos by Jessica Castillon.

Include just-for-team-member features in your new hospital. Photos by Jessica Castillon and Stephen M. Pullen.

Dr. Charles Pullen first heard the news from his daughter Lindsey.

Before, Drs. Scott McLelland and Charles Sleeth practiced in an 1,800-square-foot facility with a thriving boarding service, but they needed a new space. The building couldn't accommodate their growing practice—and the boarding facility was located across the parking lot with its own receptionist, separate from the clinic.

Dr. Gary Gallerstein knows that when clients bring their pets to the veterinarian, they're stressed out—and so are the pets.

Moving from a 3,500-square-foot facility to an 8,500-square-foot facility allowed Dr. Scott Linick, FAVD, to merge with another practice, hire two doctors, and add 7,000 new patients to his team's workload.

Temporary space, recycled materials, and the passing away of a family member: How one family pulled through and triumphed with their Hospital Design Merit Award winner.