WL Design 25 Winners 2026: Soft Landing (Centennial Smiles)

Nobody likes going to the dentist, but what if you could at least appreciate being there? Centennial Smiles rewrites the script by swapping clinical glare for cozy terracotta, turning a once-dreaded errand into something closer to a spa day for your teeth. Designer Sarah Ward saturated the walls, doors and ceiling in a single warm tone that settles over the space to create an atmosphere as soothing as a deep breath. At reception, a sculpted plaster desk finished by Interiors to Inspire sets a grounded, welcoming tone, while a looping Luke Lamp Co fixture adds a subtle wink, its glowing curves nodding to dental floss in its most glamorous form. Moving into the space, a birchwood screen guides visitors toward the treatment rooms, its soft curves and natural grain reinforcing the spa-level calm. Comfortable seating from Calgary Interior and artwork by Tannis Marshall deepen the hospitality-first mood (a welcome shift from “hospital mood”), while Perfection’s seamless millwork and thoughtful detailing help sustain a sense of ambiance, a small miracle in a space where the soundtrack includes the occasional dental drill.

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The result is warm, relaxed and unexpectedly indulgent for a place where you normally brace yourself for a paper bib. Here, you might just sit back, breathe and, dare we say it, enjoy the visit.

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