Medical offices construction
Turnkey Medical & Dental Construction
One contract. One schedule. One team handling design, permits, construction, equipment integration, and IT — until you walk in and start treating patients.
About Turnkey Medical & Dental Construction
Turnkey is more than a marketing word at DBF Studio. It’s how we structure every engagement: a single contract that takes a healthcare practice from raw shell to ready-to-treat without the client having to coordinate four firms. Architecture, MEP design, DOB filings, construction trades, equipment integration, IT and network infrastructure, and final inspections are all delivered under one accountable team. The day we hand over keys is the day you can see patients.
Why DBF Studio
Practitioners hire turnkey design-build because they don’t want to project-manage their build between an architect, a GC, an equipment vendor, and an IT firm. We’ve structured DBF as the single point of accountability for that entire chain. Founder Simon Bunyatov’s design background and 20+ years of healthcare construction experience let us own decisions across disciplines without escalating each one to the client.
Scope of Work
What’s included
- Architectural and interior design (in-house)
- MEP coordination
- DOB filings, expediter coordination, and inspections
- All construction trades (framing, drywall, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, finishes)
- Custom millwork and dental/medical cabinetry
- Equipment rough-in and manufacturer coordination
- Lead shielding, medical gas, vacuum, and specialty utilities
- Network and IT infrastructure (cabling, security, access control)
- Final inspections and certificate of occupancy
Why one contract matters
- Single point of accountability — no finger-pointing between trades
- Single integrated schedule
- Faster decision cycles
- Bundled cost transparency
- One team that knows the project end-to-end
Our Process
- Discovery. We meet, walk the space, and discuss your equipment, workflow, schedule, and budget.
- Proposal. Line-item written proposal covering design, construction, equipment coordination, and IT — one document, one number, one schedule.
- Design & filings. Drawings, MEP plans, equipment plans, DOB filings — all in-house.
- Construction. All trades coordinated under one schedule.
- Equipment & IT integration. Manufacturer techs and IT contractors coordinated by our team.
- Inspections & handover. DOB sign-off, certificate of occupancy, and a practice ready to open.
Selected Projects
A few representative projects from our portfolio.
Where We Work
- Manhattan
- Brooklyn
- Queens
- Bronx
- Staten Island
- Long Island
- Westchester
- Bergen & Hudson County, NJ
- Fairfield County, CT
Cost & Timeline
Turnkey practice construction in NYC typically runs $250–$500 per square foot all-in — including design, permits, construction, equipment coordination, and basic IT. That’s comparable to or below the all-in cost of running parallel contracts with separate firms, with significantly less risk of schedule and scope conflicts.
Permits & Compliance
Every turnkey engagement includes DOB filings, expediter coordination, and inspections from start to finish. ADA, OSHA, CDC, and HIPAA compliance are baseline. Article 28 and ASC compliance handled when the practice scope requires it.
“My flagship Manhattan office was built exactly as we envisioned. Most importantly, the project was completed within our budget and on schedule.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does ‘turnkey’ actually mean at DBF?
One contract covering design, permits, construction, equipment coordination, and basic IT. We hand you keys and a practice ready to see patients — not a shell with a punch list.
Is turnkey more expensive than separate contracts?
Usually less, in our experience. Bundled scope removes coordination overhead and prevents schedule conflicts that cost money. We provide line-item pricing so you can see exactly what you’re paying for.
Do you build outside NYC?
Yes — across Long Island, Westchester, northern New Jersey, and Fairfield County, CT. Selected projects elsewhere by referral.
How long does a turnkey practice build take?
Six to twelve months from contract signing to opening, depending on size and specialty. Smaller offices and simpler programs can complete in five months.
What’s not included in turnkey?
Furniture not part of the operatory program, branding/signage, marketing assets, and hiring. Everything physical that makes a practice operational is included.
Can I add my own architect?
Yes — we collaborate with outside architects and interior designers when clients have already engaged one. The construction and project management is still single-source.
Do you coordinate equipment vendors?
Yes. We sequence manufacturer-certified techs so equipment install lands at a fully prepared space, not a half-finished one.
How do we start?
Call (917) 681-4821 or fill out the consultation form. We’ll meet on site and produce a written turnkey proposal.
Ready to discuss your turnkey medical & dental construction project?
Free consultation. Manhattan-based. Serving NYC, Long Island, NJ & CT.