About DOMUS

DOMUS was born from a story of family, medicine and the deep values of home. The Sopuch family was raised by their father, a devoted OB/GYN who delivered thousands of babies over the course of his long career. He practiced medicine with passion and dedication until retiring at the age of 80. His life reflected the values he held most dear: family, education, hard work and the comfort of home.

His five children, each inspired by his legacy, went on to pursue professional careers of their own. One daughter followed directly in his footsteps and became an OB/GYN herself — eventually breaking barriers as the first female chief of staff at her hospital. In conversations with her father, she reflected on how much the culture of medicine had changed. They often spoke of the “good old days,” when hospitals were the heart of the community, when physicians felt valued, and when camaraderie between colleagues was strong. Today, burnout, workforce shortages, and increasing stress have threatened that sense of belonging.

It was from these conversations that the concept of DOMUS was born. DOMUS, meaning “home” in Latin, represents the family’s belief that hospitals should not only be centers of healing for patients, but also havens of respect, rest and renewal for the providers who dedicate their lives to caring for others. By re-imagining doctor lounges and creating DOMUS spaces, we aim to bring comfort, dignity and support back to physicians and advanced practice providers. These spaces are designed to remind clinicians that they are seen, valued and cared for — especially in the quiet moments when they step away to recharge.

Though the Sopuch siblings now live across the country — in Kalispell, MT; San Diego, CA; Corpus Christi, TX; and St. Louis, MO — they remain closely connected. Each brings their unique expertise, perspective and world travel experience to ensure that DOMUS creates lounges that are both beautiful and functional, combining modern design with the warmth of home.