About Tactics Studio

We are passionate about what we do.

Tactics Studio is 100% focused on bringing value to healthcare clients. We seek to develop creative solutions to address client needs through dedication, open communication and responsiveness. We do this through seeking out customer values, on-going research into healthcare trends and technology, and a collaborative design and construction process. Our desire is to look for fresh ideas to solve client assignments; to listen and be responsive, to be thorough and communicate.

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Our mission is based on providing design and architectural solutions that enhance the everyday lives of the patients and providers in San Fransisco and surrounding areas. Through our methodical yet creative approach, Tactics Studio seeks to balance aesthetic considerations with useful function to meet and surpass the objectives of our clients. Our team of designers, architects, engineers and contract administrators apply practical and inventive expertise to effectively and handily manage any challenge or demand that may arise.

What our clients Have to say

“We appreciate their dedication to their clients; focusing on understanding our needs, creating value through the design process and promoting communication. For them design performance is more important than design awards.“

- Phillip S.

Benefits of Complete Architectural Services

We cover everything, from needs assessment and site analysis; to design and construction management. Tactics Studio has a proven track record for developing customized strategies through our active collaboration with clients in San Fransisco and surrounding areas. We take great pride in the project we undertake and remain dedicated to maintaining the highest of standards in the industry.

Some of our services include:

Previous project experience includes ambulatory care, emergency services, imaging, intensive care, lab, labor and delivery, long-term care, mental health, medical office buildings, outpatient services, patient rooms, subacute, skilled nursing, sterile processing, surgery, physical therapy, wellness, and other areas.

Design-Build Capability

We have excellent relationships with many contractors, and have done several design-build projects which have saved effort, time and cost for clients.

Maximize productivity and efficiency:

Our team is smart. They know how to work efficiently and effectively. They also recognize the difference between the two. Effective work means doing the job correctly. Efficient work means accomplishing the task on time. Our architects do both! They are also able to speed up productivity levels because they understand budgets, labor costs, and OSHPD. You’ll save a lot of time by using our services.

Develop preventive solutions:

We only participate with the most experienced individuals and so should you. Our team can foresee potential complications and create quick and effective solutions. Whether it be a planning, code or construction issue, they will prevent possible problems that less experienced professionals could undoubtedly overlook.

A Team of Architectural Planning Professionals

Each member of our exceptionally qualified staff regularly and dutifully attend industry conferences and trade shows so they can be updated on the latest trade trends and techniques. We provide superior design, planning and implementation services at any stage of the development process.

About Doug Childs

Douglas Childs, AIA, FACHA, leads Tactics Studio, a healthcare planning and design firm. With 20+ years of leadership in the healthcare industry, his breadth of experience ranges from strategic planning through construction.

Other areas of expertise include the application of Lean thinking, prefabricated construction, process improvement, simulation modeling, and investigation into the future of healthcare including presentations on “Trends in Outpatient Care – Facilities for the Future” to a number of healthcare systems.

Doug is a Board Certified healthcare architect through the American College of Healthcare Architects (ACHA), served for six years on the Board of Regents and was recognized as a Fellow by ACHA. He is the former chair the ACHA Next Practices Committee and co-chair of the ACHA/CCAIA California Health Facilities Forum.