5 ways to use wood in pharmacy design

How to use wood in Pharmacy Design?

1 – Accent Lighting

For those who like wood, thelightinghighlighted may be a point of interest to explore. Indecoration, it plays a primary role, being truly capable of changing the atmosphere of an indoor environment. Today, there are multiple lamps that incorporate wood into their design. In addition to being excellent alternatives to more traditional materials, such as plastic or metal, wooden lamps offer a fresh and welcoming character to any pharmacy.

Modern Pharmacy of Ílhavo | MEDD HEALTH DESIGN project |

2 – Wooden Furniture

THEfurnitureWooden is another element with great potential in the world of decoration. Therefore, if your pharmacy is located in an urban environment with a high population density and the objective is to create an escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, then thetechnical furniturewooden is your new must-have. Thanks to its fascinating patterns, fibers, colors and textures, wood conveys a feeling of indirect nature, alleviating users' stress and anxiety levels.

Zeller Pharmacy | MEDD HEALTH DESIGN project |

3 – Wooden ceilings and floors

Beams, slats or wooden panels are the newdecoration trends. On the ceiling, these elements help to create a unique and welcoming atmosphere. Generally, the rustic finish of the material gives rise to a noble ornament that immediately changes the user's perception of the pharmacy. With regards to thepavement, wood is the flooring par excellence. It is a solution that satisfies all tastes and needs, available in severalcolors, shapes and forms. It is an elegant and pleasant element that – when used on the pharmacy floor – offers a feeling of serenity and well-being to users.

Pharmacie Principale | MEDD HEALTH DESIGN project |

4 – Interior Partitions and panels

Wood is ideal for creatinginterior partitionsand/or panels. They allow you to define spaces without taking away space, maintaining contact between the different areas of the pharmacy. As for panelling, although it may sound old-fashioned, it has been invading the limits ofinterior designonce more. Available in different volumes, textures, colors and designs, wall panels create truly captivating points of interest.

Pharmacie du Pôle Santé | MEDD HEALTH DESIGN project |

5 – Decoration

Inpharmacy decoration, wood can take many forms. Sometimes you don't need a solid set of furniture to create the desired atmosphere, but rather decorative accessories. So, whether it's frames, skirting boards, handles, vases or decorative murals, wooden decor offers a unique and inviting character to any interior space.

São Gonçalo Pharmacy | MEDD HEALTH DESIGN project |

Discover 5 different species of Madeira

For a guarantee of intimacy and warmth, wood is the right material. Its density, resistance and stability are properties that make it an extremely coveted and popular material in the world ofinterior design. However, each type of wood has special characteristics that you should take into consideration before making a decision. Here are some:

1 – Oak

Extremely versatile and resistant to humidity, oak is a type of wood that never disappoints. Used for coverings, furniture, construction pieces and a wide range of decorative details, oak has a color that is highly desired by those who appreciate an engaging and natural indoor environment. However, due to its unusual strength and texture, oak belongs to the class of the most expensive wood species.

2 – Cedar

Equally resistant to humidity, cedar is a type of wood that adapts to both indoor and outdoor environments. Its tones can vary from pinkish-beige to reddish-brown, and it has a very characteristic odor that serves as a repellent for insects. Its durability and texture make it the ideal material for designingmodern and/or contemporary interiors.

3 – Pine

Pine is that type of wood that has a timeless look. Because it is a soft material, with a natural shine and a flexible structure, pine is widely used in the design of furniture, skirting boards and slats. Available at an affordable price, this material has a pale, unassuming appearance, perfect for interiors.Scandinavian style.

4 – Walnut

Walnut is a dark-toned material that is easy to handle. Extremely popular in the design of coverings, doors, panels, pergolas or furniture, walnut provides excellent thermal and acoustic insulation. For this reason, it is a type of wood highly valued by the national market, capable of creating elegant and sophisticated environments.

5 – Cherry tree

Cherry wood is considered anoble materialand very valuable, popular for its resistance to tension and malleability. It is an extremely compact material, unable to absorb moisture and has an undeniable aesthetic value. Although its use is not recommended for outdoor use, cherry wood is used in the construction of musical instruments, flooring, furniture, panels, paneling or sculptures. It is also one of the most expensive woods on the market.

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