Veterinary Practice & Hospital Design

The Lab is often an area, or room which needs to be a space that the clinical team can quietly and methodically work in to help ensure the best outcomes for all their patients.

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Why In-house Diagnostics Demand Purpose Built Lab Space

By including this space within the overall layout of the practice/hospital the clinical team will be able to provide far better diagnostics for patient outcome, it's simply a space that has to be include in any successful veterinary practice or hospital.

Laboratory Design Consideration for Veterinary Clinics and Hospitals

The following are only some of the considerations we think through when we design a veterinary laboratory:

Ensure there is a sink – washing the dreaded purple dye!
Computer workstation point
Possible inclusion of air conditioning
Sufficient sockets for the plethora of electrical items that need to be fitted, including the use of surge protection
Preferably a quite space so that clinicians can study under microscopes without distractions
Fridges and possibly freezer space

Integrating a Lab Into Your Existing or New Vet Clinic

A well designed and fitted out veterinary laboratory is a key workspace within either a practice but specifically within a hospital to enable the clinical team to provide the very best clinical diagnostics and ultimately patient outcome. Often when designing hew hospitals from scratch a lab can be afforded their own room, whereas typically with refurbishments especially where space is limited then the lab is often within a dual-purpose area such as a prep area. Both of these solutions have merits and as such should be judged on a case-by-case basis.

"We are very happy with the service received, Peter was great throughout, very professional, friendly and knowledgeable. They explained the process and kept us updated throughout."

— Alice, Axe Valley Veterinary Practice
“Would be more than happy to have Agrarian again for any future project work, or to recommend to others. The exotic wards especially have been an excellent addition.”

— Sarah, Byre Veterinary Surgery
"The final design solution that was constructed has helped the clinical team and the business; we are happy with the service provided by Agrarian."

— Nick, Cliffe Vets

4 Steps to Work With Agrarian

We start by understanding your needs, your expectations, and your constraints: from site limitations and budget to clinical workflows and future growth plans.
Our team translates your needs into layouts, specifications, and visuals, refining each decision around minimal disruption & long-term operational efficiency.
We will make planning & building control applications, RPA compliance and Practice Standards Scheme requirements, so that every stakeholder is aligned, allowing approvals to land on time without surprises.
From construction oversight to final handover, we coordinate trades, troubleshoot on-site, and provide support throughout each project, ensuring both time and cost controls are in place and followed.

From first conversation to final handover, our process is designed to keep you informed, in control and confident at every stage. Here’s what to expect.

Why Choose Agrarian Veterinary Architecture?

Agrarian was first established in October 2000. We started with residential projects. Over time our knowledge and experience grew. We now offer services in areas such as Equestrian, Commercial, Veterinary and many more. Agrarian is committed to offering the best service available and will work closely with clients and developers to ensure an efficient, seamless and desirable outcome.

From small animal clinics and referral hospitals to livestock barns and equestrian arenas, we design and deliver facilities built around the animals, workflows, and people that use them.
Briefing, design, costing, planning, building control, on-site delivery, and project and construction management all sit under one roof. Making it that much easier to go from concept to completion.
We know what RCVS Practice Standards demand, how infection control influences material choices, when and where different levels of radiation protection are required, what drainage an equestrian arena actually needs, and how a modern livestock building should flow.

The Agrarian Difference

- Lack of veterinary and equestrian expertise in designs
- Poor Practice Standards Scheme knowledge
- Workflows are ignored in the design
- Lack of radiation requirements and infection control understanding
- Budget overruns mid-build
- Fragmented supplier handovers
- Generic commercial templates reused

- Sector specialists, not generalists
- Regulatory compliance knowledge (RCVS PSS – aligned design principles)
- Clinical workflows shape every layout
- Reduce staff movement inefficiencies
- Operational performance design thinking
- Transparent costing, no surprises
- One accountable team, start to finish
- Solutions made for the client, no box-cutting of templates

Book A Veterinary Laboratory Design Consultation Today

If you would like help designing or constructing a state-of-the-art Laboratory, or simply want to know more, then contact one of our team to book a free consultation with one of our experts.

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