ABOUT US
LDC International, Inc. provides architecture and interior design services, with focus on space planning, problem solving and creative solutions. We specialize in healthcare environments, inpatient, ambulatory, pharmacies, primary care and specialty clinics. We have extensive experience and competency in healthcare planning and complex phased renovations.
LDCi’s principal, Antonio J. Amadeo, is one of only 27 architects in Florida and one of 482 in North America holding a Specialty Board Certification in Healthcare from the American College of Healthcare Architects (ACHA) and The American Academy of Healthcare Interior Designers (AAHID). With a keen understanding of the healthcare industry, guidelines and codes, LDCi provides not only efficient healing spaces which support and improve outcomes, but also designs that support better coordination of care and ease demands on clinical staff. We believe enhancing the patient experience improves outcomes.
Established in 2002, we serve the States of Florida, Virginia, Maryland, Texas and Washington, DC.. LDCi holds the designation as Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) in the State of Florida.
Our firm is known in the State of Florida for providing timely Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) approvals and inspections, attention to detail in ICRA (Infection Control Risk Assessment) drawings and comprehensive Life Safety Drawings used for Joint Commission accreditation Life Safety surveys. Our team approach in design and construction yields on-time, on-budget and on-schedule equipment change-outs, technology planning and renovations. LDCi is committed to its involvement in the community and advancing the architecture profession, from being active in community boards to mentorships of emerging professionals and students.
Expertise
Healthcare Architecture
Healthcare Architecture
Our healthcare practice knowledge differentiates us as experts in the field contributing to design innovations. Healthcare architecture is our core business, serving as trusted advisors to healthcare systems and businesses since 2004. Over the last 5 years we have completed $30 million in AHCA (Agency for Healthcare Administration/ State of Florida) design and construction projects. Projects ranging from $75,000 to over $40 million in construction. Our body of work includes, inpatient sleeping, rehabilitation and treatment settings, ambulatory clinics, imaging, oncology, operating rooms, EP and Cath Labs, laboratories, SPD, infrastructure, kitchens, retail dining, in complex phased projects settings. Our goal is to work to improve healthcare environments in support of better outcomes for patients and healthcare practitioners. Our commitment is paramount, and our lead principal is a board-certified healthcare specialist by The American College of Healthcare Architects, which requires its Certificate Holders to work towards the improvement of healthcare architecture on behalf of the public, to practice in an ethical manner, to maintain high standards of specialized continuing education, and to add to the body of knowledge. Our staff of registered professionals are also trained in infection control best practices and documentation.