Swish University District
Location: University District, Calgary
Type: Health & Wellness
Client: Adam Jiwani, Alim Kassam, Zahi Shlah
Year: 2024
Swish redefines the healthcare experience by merging wellness, hospitality, and community. Designed to feel more like a boutique café than a traditional clinic, the space features comfortable lounge seating, a refreshment bar, and a sleek retail wall showcasing trending oral care and lifestyle products. Warm wood paneling, biophilic design elements, and natural light create a calming atmosphere, while sculptural details—like the paper light clouds and a handcrafted aluminum ripple table—anchor the space. Treatment rooms are tech-integrated yet inviting, with custom millwork and thoughtful patient amenities. The staff area is equally considered, offering comfort and warmth. Altogether, the design sets a new benchmark—where oral care meets elevated experience, rooted in creativity and connection.
“It was an absolute pleasure working with Sarah Ward on Swish. It was a demanding project with a lot of moving parts and Sarah’s calm demeanor, thoughtfulness, attention to detail, ability to adapt to change, and work collaboratively with the other consultants on the team really helped get us over the finish line.”
