MN Masonic Children's Clinic for Communication Disorders

MN Masonic Children’s Clinic for Communication Disorders

Project Status:

Completed Projects

Healthcare

Scope:

Programming
FF&E
Interior Design
Architecture

The MN Masonic Children’s Clinic for Communication Disorders is pioneering new ideas in therapeutic design for treatment of language disorders. From programming through design, DSGW planned the clinic with strategies that have been tested and proven to support the work of Speech/Language Pathologists. With the guidance of the Clinical Director, a blend of neutral colors so kids aren’t over-stimulated, and “real world” colors and action were utilized to help aid in treatment. The clinic is designed for the whole family with the idea to create a stage for learning to communicate with others at the Clinic, then for kids to take these lessons home to practice in daily life.

The clinic was planned with strategies that have been tested and proven to support the work of Speech and Language Pathologists

Lobby waiting areas and seating nooks are designed as calming places to adapt to the new environment before therapy sessions.

We introduced the idea of alcoves—small spaces for one-on-one contact. This breakthrough innovation creates spaces for children to take time away from the larger group or to interact with a therapist.