Ogushi Dental Care Imbere y'Ivuriro ry'Ubuzima by Joy Chen

Ogushi Dental Care Imbere y'Ivuriro ry'Ubuzima by Joy Chen is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Igihembo cya A' Design Award cya Buronze in Igishushanyo cy'Imbere y'Inyubako Competition Category.

BuronzeImbere y'Inyubako· 2026

Ogushi Dental Care Imbere y'Ivuriro ry'Ubuzima

by Joy Chen

Client: Jour en Design

Igihembo cya A' Design Award cya Buronze Winner in Imbere y'Inyubako Category

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The Design

About Ogushi Dental Care Imbere y'Ivuriro ry'Ubuzima

Ogushi Dental Care ni igishushanyo cy'imbere cy'ivuriro ry'amenyo riherereye i Kaohsiung, muri Taiwan. Uyu mushinga uvugurura umwanya wa ping 100 uri mu nyubako isanzweho. Umuryango winjijwe imbere ufite ubusitani hamwe n'ibirahure biyungurura urumuri byinjiza urumuri rwa nyuma ya saa sita mu gihe birinda ubwihugiko. Ibyumba bitandatu byihariye byo kuvuriramo byiswe amazina y'ibintu bitanu by'ibanze n'izuba. Hasi hazamuye hihishamo imiyoboro y'amazi n'iy'amashanyarazi kandi hanoza uburyo bwo kugerwaho. Icyumba cyo gusukura ibikoresho gikoresha uburyo bwo kwinjira mu ruhande rumwe no gusohokera mu rundi kugira ngo bugabanye kwanduzanya. Ibikoresho birimo ibiti byoroheje byometse ku bibaho, marimari nyaburanga, irangi ry'amabuye rifite imiterere igaragara ku maso ndetse n'itapi ibohwe.

The Recognition

About the Igihembo cya A' Design Award cya Buronze

Ogushi Dental Care Imbere y'Ivuriro ry'Ubuzima ni uwegukanye Igihembo cya A' Design Award cya Buronze, ishimwe ry'agaciro gakomeye ritangwa ku bishushanyo by'indashyikirwa birangwa no guhanga, ubwenge n'ubushishozi. Abegukanye Buronze ni ibihangano bifite ubuhanga bwinshi kandi bihanga cyane, bishimangira uburambe, ubwenge n'ubushobozi bw'ababihanze. Ogushi Dental Care Imbere y'Ivuriro ry'Ubuzima biteganyijwe ko izaba ikintu cyubahwa, gishimwa kandi gikundwa, gifite ubunyamwuga n'udushya. Iki gishushanyo cyegukanye Buronze gikoresha uburyo bwiza mu buhanzi, ubumenyi, ubushushanyo n'ikoranabuhanga kandi kirarenze mu gutaha ku tuntu duto. Ogushi Dental Care Imbere y'Ivuriro ry'Ubuzima ishimisha ibyo dukeneye, ikora ku byifuzo byacu, itwara amarangamutima yacu kandi ikurura amatsiko yacu.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: This project fuses Japanese aesthetics with clinical trust. The logo, ODC, represents Ogushi (honor), Dental/Detail (precision), and Clinic/Care (compassion). These values and brand colors are integrated throughout the space. The design translates the client's "detail-first" and "warm care" ethos into a spatial language. A recessed entry with landscaping offers natural light and privacy. A pioneering one-in, one-out sterilization workflow sets a new standard for high-end medical spaces.
Dimensions & Packaging: This is an interior renovation project for a dental clinic, transforming a 100-ping space within a pre-existing building. Key technical solutions include a raised-floor system throughout to conceal extensive plumbing and electrical infrastructure, addressing the low ceiling height and ensuring accessibility. Ramp slopes and stair risers were precisely calibrated for comfort and safety. A pioneering one-in, one-out sterilization workflow was implemented to prevent cross-contamination. The design uses a durable material palette including natural stone, wood veneer, and Bolon woven carpet.
Tags: Taiwan, Interior Designer, Interior, Dental Clinic, Jour en Design
Production Technology: The design prioritized function before aesthetics. All flooring is elevated to conceal plumbing and electrical systems. The reception desk features ink-wash marble and timber slats, complemented by a textured stone paint wall. Treatment and sterilization areas were planned to strict medical standards, with a dual one-in, one-out system to prevent contamination. The material palette includes wood veneer, natural marble, textured stone paint, and Bolon woven carpet, with brand colors integrated into detailing for a sophisticated finish.
Design Challenge: The project faced challenges from the old building, which had numerous columns limiting layout and openness. Dental requirements for extensive plumbing and power under each chair were compounded by restricted ceiling heights. To solve this, a full raised-floor system was adopted. Ramp inclines and stair dimensions were carefully calibrated. Within the sterilization area, a dual-entry configuration was devised to maintain rigorous safety and workflow separation.
Research: To accommodate extensive plumbing and electrical infrastructure, a raised-floor solution was used, which also improved stair safety. The entrance was recessed to create a landscaped forecourt, making greenery and daylight the first elements of the patient experience. Inside, six private treatment rooms are named after the five elements and the sun to embed cultural resonance. The sterilization room's dual-flow design significantly improves operational efficiency and hygiene.
Inspiration: Inspired by the client's Japanese heritage and shokunin spirit, the design transforms a cold dental clinic into a resort-like healing space. The team focused on brand positioning and medical function before styling. Blending traditional Japanese elements with modern geometry, the design uses natural materials like marble and wood to create a warm, detailed atmosphere. This approach redefines the dental experience by prioritizing a high-end, comfortable environment.
Project Duration: Located in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, the project took 6 months to complete, finishing in June 2025.
Operation Flow: The design is built around patient comfort and efficiency. A recessed entry with filtered glazing and landscaping reduces anxiety, immersing patients in greenery and natural light while safeguarding privacy. The internal layout ensures a smooth, uninterrupted flow. A one-in, one-out sterilization zone minimizes infection risks. Raised floors conceal utilities, while precisely proportioned ramps and stairs ensure universal accessibility. This interplay of light, materials, and flow guides patients through a reassuring and efficient journey.