# Eclectic Material-Based Offices ALTS Design Revamps the Kitaoji Clinic for a Warmer Look By Jamie Danielle Munro | Published 2014-04-25 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alts-design References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/architecture/alts-design-office-transforms-kitaoji-clinic-04-25-2014/) & [alts-design](http://alts-design.com/) ALTS Design Studio has transformed the Kitaoji Clinic using a [wide range of materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/material-exhibition-space), as well as paying careful attention to where the light falls in the room. Many dental offices and reception areas in general do not scream high-quality design, but this revamp by ALTS Design Studio completely changes that perception. Instead of walking into an area that's quite cold and unwelcoming, this space is filled with a warm color palette, using light, spring-like hues. A window is placed on one side of the wall, allowing for this natural light to come through and fill up the space, instead of having it closed off and illuminated by artificial bulbs. The result is a welcoming office where one can relax in comfort before hopping in the dentist chair. Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/architecture/alts-design-office-transforms-kitaoji-clinic-04-25-2014/), [alts-design](http://alts-design.com/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 15% | Activity: 10% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Material-based Offices:** Using a wide range of materials can transform traditional office spaces into warm and welcoming environments. - **Natural Light Design:** Incorporating natural light through windows creates a more comfortable and relaxing atmosphere in office spaces. - **Warm Color Palette:** Implementing light, spring-like hues in office interiors can contribute to a more welcoming and inviting ambiance. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Interior Design:** The interior design industry can explore innovative material choices and natural light strategies to create more appealing office spaces. - **Dental:** Dental clinics can benefit from revamping their spaces with warm color palettes and a focus on natural light to provide a more relaxing experience for patients. - **Architecture:** Architects can integrate material-based designs and natural light techniques into their office building projects to enhance the overall workplace environment. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Warm Medical Interior Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakv-clinic.md) - [Acrylic Glass Cubic Clinics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/t72-dental-clinic.md) - [Residential-Reflective Tranquil Clinics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aloop-clinic.md) - [Monochromatic Cosmetic Clinics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cosmetic-clinic.md) - [Tranquil Clinic Interior Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/palo-verde-aesthetic.md) - [Textural Red Concrete Clinics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clinic-in-anif.md) - [Gallery-Style Clinics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/copenhagen-eye-institute.md) - [Valley-Inspired Offices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kitaoka-group-office.md) - [Dental Office-Transformed Family Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ol6.md)