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Following the success of our wayfinding project at the Evelina London Hospital, we were asked to join the team to create an art scheme for the new Oral Health Department.
Using the Evelina Gang that she had developed for the main hospital, Kiriko Kubo drew a fantasy world set in London.
The Gang are found climbing the Shard, flying in London buses and floating off in London Eye capsules.
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The unit is comprised of a number of rooms all leading off one corridor. Kubo sketched directly onto the architects wall elevations to map out the different scenes for each space.
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Clinicians told us that children find it difficult to keep still while receiving dental treatment, which can lead to distress and disruption.
We also developed a series of ceiling tiles, designed to look like windows into the fantasy world. They appear through the department, with most appearing over the dentist’s chair.
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As children lie back to receive treatment, they are greeted with friendly faces in the clouds above.
These tiles, along with the wall artwork, provide distraction during treatment, thus reducing the usual fidgeting and discomfort.
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Kubo’s fantastical scenes pull your attention away from anxiety, and up onto the walls and ceilings, making a trip to the dentist more friendly and playful.
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This case study is part of the wider Evelina story. We have been working with the Evelina, and Kiriko Kubo for over 10 years now, and have collaborated together with the clinical teams to design inclusive, playful and innovative environments.
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
2015
Sector
Healthcare
Service
Oral Health
Client
Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Trust
Architect
Artists
Kiriko Kubo
Team
Martin Jones
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