CREATE A WELCOMING EXPERIENCE FOR CHILDREN IN YOUR MEDICAL FACILITY
Available services and bedside manner impact how a patient feels about their visit. But does that alone create a good experience? Having a themed hospital space and tying that theming into attached businesses can strengthen your brand and create an unforgettable patient experience, taking the anxiety out of medical visits.
By utilizing theming, you can transform your physical location into your most valuable marketing asset, creating a soild brand from your main hospital hub to any satellite facilities. Create an inviting and engaging space that will improve patient satisfaction scores, increase employee retention, and boost new referrals.
ENGAGING DECOR FOR FAMILIES
IDS creates custom themed environments for both interior and exterior of your medical facility, with the addition of playful murals, engaging 3D decor, and interactive gaming. Regardless of the scale of your facility, we work with you to develop an environment that kids and families will love. Discover what IDS can do for you!
WELCOME PATIENTS
BOOK A FREE CONSULTATION
Schedule a complimentary consultation with IDS today and discover how to create a welcoming experience for families in your healthcare facility.
KEY AREAS TO ADD THEMING
WAITING AREAS
This is often a child’s first impression of your facility. Adding playful sculptures, murals, and interactive elements helps reduce anxiety and creates a welcoming environment. A themed pediatric waiting room also encourages positive associations with medical care—critical for repeat visits and parent satisfaction.
HALLWAYS & WAYFINDING
Hospital corridors are usually cold and clinical. Theming these transitional spaces with immersive visuals and gentle storytelling helps children (and their parents) navigate with ease. Themed wayfinding sculptures and murals can reduce confusion and stress, while making the environment feel more human and engaging.
TREATMENT & EXAM ROOMS
Creating a themed focal point inside exam rooms—like a jungle canopy above the chair or a friendly underwater creature by the sink—distracts and calms young patients. These small touches in pediatric treatment rooms help improve cooperation and reduce fear.
WHATEVER YOUR STYLE,
WE HAVE YOU COVERED
Whether you want to see the floors of your hospital filled with playful characters for children or a more contemporary and serene style, we have a theming solution for you.
Talk to an IDS Creative Consultant today to explore your options.
YOUR SUPPORTED HEALTH NETWORKS
3 WAYS TO INCORPORATE THEMING
Select from our IDS Essentials™ Collection pre-designed decor.
Choose from a wide variety of child-friendly pre-designed murals & 3D products including I spy wall murals, sculpted characters, fun seating, and more.
Develop a package of custom, repeatable, on-brand solutions exclusive to your organization.
Collaborate with our design team to create a line-up of custom characters, decor, and play areas to easily create engaging spaces that are an extension of your brand. Our modular designs are created with repeat-ability for multiple offices in mind, ensuring your patients feel comfortable no matter which location they visit.
Work with our award-winning creative team to design a custom themed environment in each location.
Build the ultimate pediatric clinics with custom-themed environments and head-turning exterior landmarks for each location.
GET MORE INSPIRATION
REQUEST A FREE PORTFOLIO BOOK
See more of our magical theming and get inspired! This look book will get you thinking about all of the possibilities for your future themed office. The latest volume features photos from our most recent office installs and great success stories from our clients.
PRODUCT DURABILITY
MAINTENANCE, SAFETY, DURABILITY
Built for real-world use & structural integrity
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3D elements feature wood-and-steel internal frames, ensuring structural strength without excessive weight.
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Proprietary hardcoat (rubber-like shell) absorbs impact, remains flexible, and resists cracking or shattering under heavy use.
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Field-tested durability across extreme conditions: hurricanes, heavy snow, UV exposure in desert environments.
Low-maintenance, clean-friendly surfaces
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Sculptures sealed with high-performance hardcoat: withstands scuffs, scratches; cleanable with mild soap/water or diluted bleach (up to 10%) and medical-grade wipes.
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Vinyl murals feature UV-resistant protective laminate; simple spot-clean with soap/water, stronger stains with non-abrasive cleaners like Simple Green or diluted vinegar; avoid soaking edges.
Certified safe for children & environments
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All paints, coatings, adhesives, and finishes are low-VOC, lead-free, phthalate-free, and meet or exceed ASTM and CPSIA standards.
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Designed for daily interaction: non-toxic materials, smooth rounded edges, easy to sanitize, ideal for pediatric and healthcare settings.
EXPERIENCE THE RESULTS
A FRIENDLY ENVIRONMENT DELIVERS BIG BENEFITS FOR MEDICAL FACILITIES
GAIN RECOGNITION IN YOUR COMMUNITY
Fully themed organizations stand out in their area. They make what are sometimes thought of as scary places into friendly, engaging spaces. Facilities with inviting, themed spaces become the obvious first choice for both parents and kids.
CREATE MARKETING ROI WITH MEMORABLE BRANDING
Make your marketing investments even more effective by tying in your theming to outgoing marketing materials. Themed spaces are also highly shareable and lead to increased social media mentions and positive online reviews.
ATTRACT AND RETAIN STAFF WITH A FUN ENVIRONMENT
Patients that are better primed for their appointments make the job of you and your staff easier, reducing stress and getting through appointments faster. Themed businesses show that they are fun and caring facilities, attracting skilled and dedicated staff.
TRANSFORMING HEALTHCARE SPACES
HEALING THROUGH PLAY
In this short video, you’ll discover our goal to help reduce anxiety, support healing, and create a more welcoming experience for young patients and their families.
EXPERIENCE YOU CAN COUNT ON
20 YEARS AND 850 PROJECTS
IDS is a trusted and reliable partner known for crafting imaginative environments that bring joy to young patients. Our extensive experience spans child-friendly businesses worldwide, including dental offices, children’s hospitals, pediatric healthcare practices, early education providers, and libraries.
You can confidently rely on us to deliver innovative solutions for your healthcare space. Our designs are meticulously engineered for extreme durability, ensuring a long-lasting impact that withstands the test of time (and children) ensuring a safe experience for all.
3 STEPS TO
TRANSFORM YOUR MEDICAL SPACE
IMAGINE
Explore the possibilities during a free design consultation.
TRANSFORM
Design your healing space collaboratively with our expert creative team.
AMAZE
Reveal your magical new decor and build excitement in the community.
CREATE A WELCOMING ATMOSPHERE FOR CHILDREN IN YOUR HEALTHCARE FACILITY
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