[Basic principles in the design of consulting rooms].

The basic principles of the placing and planning of consulting rooms are discussed. Emphasis is placed on optimal use of expensive floorspace by using walls for shelves, and having compact furniture and sliding doors. The effective circulation of doctors and patients in the complex should be a prime consideration. Communication appliances should be planned from the outset. Certain pitfalls are mentioned. Different practices have varying needs but certain basic principles apply to all. Doctors should give careful personal attention to the planning of their consulting rooms and not merely leave it to supposed experts in this field.