around the glass door. This one element alone has caught the eye of passersby and is often commented upon. In a perfect world of renovating, prior to beginning, the space is totally emptied of all people and things and the project proceeds along a very well-plotted-out time-line. However, when renovating a business/commercial space that must remain open for business throughout the project, the timing factor is a much greater issue. Apart from being the first step, painting the entire space was by far the biggest, messiest and most time-consuming part of the project. It would definitely require that the office be closed for business and cleared out as much as possible prior to painting. It was decided since the Christmas holiday was a time when the office would normally be closed, this would be a good time to do some painting. We added an additional two days to the closure – this gave painters 17 days to complete the job. That is, if painters could be found who would work over the Christmas holidays! But, the painting got done; the practice was open for business on January 3, and for the next three months the contractor was there outside of office hours to complete all the other tasks: new crown and baseboard moldings throughout; new light fixtures throughout; washroom re-do; new wall-hung shelving; new chairs and other furniture. The furniture and the finishes were carefully New Expanded Showroom Before: The front window and door. After: The new ‘etched’ glass window sign. considered for functionality, simplicity, comfort, ease of cleaning and durability. The comments from the majority of patients have been very positive. They find the colour palette to be soothing, the lighting to be softer and the overall design feels more spacious, fresh, relaxing and professional. A well-adjusted space in which healing can occur. There are still a few “touches” to be added to the space: a large mirror, some artwork, one or two large plants and perhaps some cabinetry. But that will come over time – after all, the spaces in which we live and work are, like us, always evolving. I have included some pictures to illus-trate what a difference a “Design Adjustment” can make. Sincerely, Nancy Anderson, Chiropractic Assistant Parksville, British Columbia Your one stop shop for all clinic supplies and equipment Better Price, Better Choice ! Hot & Cold Therapy Acupuncture Supplies Laser Therapy Anatomical Charts Massage Tables & Supplies Chiropractic Tables Anatomical Models Clinic Supplies Orthopedics Support Cushions Physiotherapy Traction Diagnostic Equipment Pillows & Back Support Electrotherapy X-Ray Supplies Exercises Equipment CALL US NOW AT 416-502-3700 135 Sparks Ave.,Toronto, Ontario. M2H 2S5 (Victoria Park / Steeles Ave E) Tel: 416-502-3700, Fax: 416-502-2808 or [email protected] Call us now or visit our website at www.kosim.ca for special and promotion www.canadianchiropractor.ca AFC institute chiro oct10.indd 1 Canadian ChiropraCtor | September 2011 • 43 10/09/10 3:26 PM
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