Vestavia Hills Medical Suite — Decorative Privacy Film
Avery Dennison Architectural Frosted Series
100%
HIPAA sightline compliance achieved
680 sq ft
Glass area treated
1 day
Installation time
0 appointments
Disrupted
The Challenge
A multi-practitioner medical suite on the US-31 corridor in Vestavia Hills had floor-to-ceiling glass partitions between consultation rooms and the waiting area. Patients in the waiting room had direct sightlines into clinical spaces, creating HIPAA compliance concerns and patient discomfort. The practice manager needed a privacy solution that maintained a professional, clinical aesthetic without making the space feel closed-off.
The Solution
Solar Busters installed Avery Dennison Architectural Frosted Series film across 680 sq ft of internal glass partitions and the street-facing reception glazing. A custom gradient pattern — clear at the top third, transitioning to full frost at eye level — was specified to maintain natural light flow while eliminating sightlines into clinical areas. The film was installed in a single day with no disruption to the practice's appointment schedule.
Avery Dennison Architectural Frosted Series
10-year commercial warranty
Project Gallery
"The gradient frost was exactly what we needed — it looks intentional and professional, not like an afterthought. Patients have commented that the waiting area feels more private, and we've resolved our compliance concerns without any construction work."