Sonoran Gastroenterology

This adaptive reuse project elevates the standard for medical environments, bringing dignity, warmth, and sophistication to a once-generic retail space.

The practice’s new home—formerly a CVS Drugstore and Walmart Neighborhood Store—required a bold transformation to create a space that reflects the quality of care provided within.

Navigating Constraints with Creative Solutions

With zoning and property stipulations mandating the use of river rock wainscot and pitched roof elements, the design faced significant aesthetic limitations dating back to the 1980s. Instead of pursuing a lengthy rezoning process, Multistudio worked within these constraints, collaborating with city planning officials to reinterpret the materials and form in an inventive way.

A Modern Take on Tradition

The approved design transforms the required river rock into a 8-foot screen, adding texture and artistry to the façade rather than applying it as a conventional cladding.

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The roof’s scale was redefined with a pinched ribbon, subtly integrating the required pitch into the existing structure while maintaining a clean, modern aesthetic.

A New Vision for the Neighborhood

This adaptive reuse project elevates the standard for medical environments, bringing dignity, warmth, and sophistication to a once-generic retail space. The City of Chandler embraced the reimagined design, seeing it as a model for revitalizing outdated properties while meeting the ambitions of a growing healthcare provider. The result is a functional, forward-thinking medical facility that serves both patients and the evolving character of the surrounding community.

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