Bronze Winner of the International Architecture & Design Awards 2026

Clinic of Functional Dentistry

Interior

Healthcare & Medical Facility Interior Design

Completed / Built / Professional Category

Architect / Designer:

Katarina Kovaleva

Studio:

Katarina Kovaleva Studio

Design Team:

Katarina Kovaleva

Copyright:

Olga Melekestseva

The interior of the clinic reflects its philosophy – a synthesis of science, practice, and care for patients. The space is designed in contemporary minimalism, where both comfort and technology are essential.

The finishes feature large-format light porcelain stoneware, natural wood, and metal. These materials emphasize purity and precision, while warm textures create an atmosphere of trust. Special attention in this project was also given to the development of custom furniture.

The waiting area is designed for calmness and relaxation: comfortable chairs with wooden details, specially created for this facility, glass stair railings, and panoramic windows with natural light, making the space open and airy. The reception desk is custom-designed according to an individual project, and draws attention with its cladding of metal panels featuring a wave-like relief – a expressive and dynamic accent in the interior.

In the treatment rooms, the furniture is wall-mounted, custom-designed to meet the needs of the staff, and equipment is concealed within niches and walls. This preserves a sense of lightness and ensures sterility. The systems, including sedation supply, are fully integrated into the architecture. For the staff’s comfort, sliding doors with touch access have been installed.

Lighting is organized into different scenarios: neutral-cool light in the treatment rooms assists with precise diagnostics, while warm lighting is used in the waiting areas. The sterilization unit features color-coded lighting that visually separates the stages of instrument processing: red highlights the non-sterile zone, yellow – the washing area, and green – the fully sterile area. This approach makes the process clear and safe.

The project combines engineering precision with contemporary design techniques, creating a space where technology serves comfort and patient trust.

Katarina Kovaleva Studio

Designer of private and public spaces.

In the profession since 2013.
I implement turnkey projects – from the idea to commissioning.
My experience covers a wide range of objects: medical centers and dental clinics, apartments and private houses, offices, cafés, restaurants, and government institutions.

I create interiors in various stylistic directions – from laconic minimalism to expressive eclecticism, always selecting solutions that correspond to the character of the space and the personality of the client.

I also work on styling, decorating, and table setting in the art de la table style.

I pay special attention to individual solutions – the development of author’s decorative elements and furniture created especially for each project.