IKM Architecture

Outpatient volumes in the U.S. are expected to grow 10.6% over the next five years, according to the Advisory Board. IKM Architecture designs with this growth in mind, creating spaces that enhance the patient experience, streamline care delivery, and improve staff efficiency.

Our design for the St. Clair Health Dunlap Family Outpatient Center illustrates this approach

• One-Stop Access to Services
High-use services such as physical therapy, labs, imaging, and the pharmacy are co-located near the entrance to minimize travel distance and improve operational flow.

• Comfort Through Every Step
From arrival to discharge, the layout prioritizes ease of navigation, from the café off the main lobby to appointment and recovery areas.

• Efficiency-Driven Surgical Design
The 6th-floor operating rooms are arranged in a horseshoe layout with centralized sterile processing to reduce turnaround time. Adjacent family areas ensure support throughout recovery.

• Patient-Centered Infusion Experience
Infusion bays line the perimeter of the 7th floor, offering natural light and outdoor views. Guest seating in rooms, waiting areas, and a central pharmacy supports patient care and staff workflows.

The Dunlap Family Outpatient Center embodies a new era of outpatient care that merges convenience, quality, and compassion in every detail. Learn more at the link below.
https://ow.ly/CAku50VHah9

We’re proud to share that IKM Architecture has been recognized with the 2025 Early Professional Friendly Firm Plus+ (EPFFP+) designation from AIA Ohio!

The EPFF program celebrates firms that provide exceptional support and opportunities for early professionals. It fosters dialogue among firms across Ohio to develop innovative policies and practices that advance professional growth, workplace culture, and the future of the design industry.

At IKM, we take pride in fostering meaningful connections between our senior staff and emerging professionals through our mentorship structure, employee advocate program, and our buddy system, which pairs every EP with an experienced mentor. As a seven-time AIA Pennsylvania EPiC Firm, we are honored to receive this recognition from AIA Ohio for our continued commitment to professional development and growth.

Learn more about the EPFF program here:
https://aiaohio.org/2025-ep-friendly-firms/