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Paul Thurlby’s penguins line the walls of the Evelina's Renal Department, bringing humour as they waddle, wade, dive and play around the place.
From a distance, a group of penguins clusters together against angular blue & white backgrounds, implying ice sheets and seas that span the shared spaces, inviting exploration around the department during waiting times.
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"The feedback has been really positive from both children and young people and their families. They have said they wish they could spend time in the waiting area to enjoy the penguins more. [...] the artwork gives the area a colourful and fun feeling but it’s not too overpowering."
Specialist Consultant
Look closer and you’ll see a whole colony of characters – young ones, skateboarding teens, doctor penguins, fishing enthusiasts – a diversity that reflects the demography of the service community.
Our approach creates an impact using modest resources: we’ve combined large, bold colour fields in contrast with smaller artworks, bringing rich enticing imagery and narratives to life using minimal manufacturing.
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This case study is part of the wider “Evelina 1+” project.
The Evelina 1+ project features 7 departments incorporating art, interior design, playful journeys, storytelling and colour.
See Projects for all Evelina 1+ case studies.
The artwork has been supported by Guy’s and St Thomas’ Charity, which helps create a world-class environment for patients, staff and visitors at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust.
Project Information
Date
2020
Sector
Healthcare
Service
Children’s: Kidney Service
Client
Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Trust
Architect
Artists
Paul Thurlby
Team
Celia Knox, Sam Carvosso
Awards
BBH Awards
2021
Winner
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Best Interior Design Project
EHD Awards
2021
Highly Commended
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Interior Design & the Arts
