JTNSreflection at The Hospital

How does a patient feel in a hospital? What about the parents of children with serious illnesses, or the kids themselves? Hospitals often feel cold and tense, filled with pain and anxiety.

When designing the new children’s emergency lobby at Sunway Medical Centre, we asked ourselves: How can landscape design help ease these feelings?

Originally, we envisioned a calming, minimalist green space. But after many rounds of discussions, we embraced a more vibrant approach—colorful orchids beneath tall trees, soft-textured pots and benches with an interactive aquarium that bringslife to the lobby.

Now we see children and parents spending time together—watching the fish and plants, taking a short break. Even for just a moment, the stress seems to fade away.

Completed in 2023: A simple interiorscape project that took 2 years to complete, but the time and effort are worthwhile when we see how people use the space.

It’s also a small reminder of how design, even in its simplest form, can make a difference in people’s experiences—even in a place like a hospital.