A collaborative healthcare design project with Studio KHid, Boaz Studio was commissioned to enhance the Bigbury Orthopaedic Surgical Suite at Derriford Hospital with large-scale graphic murals. Our goal was to create a space that is both functional and welcoming through custom illustrations and carefully designed graphics.
Working closely with project architects Stride Treglown (a fellow B Corp!), we adopted their colour scheme to define the department’s character and improve wayfinding. The design divides the suite into three zones, each with its own bold colour palette:
Operating Theatres Area – Calming shades of blue enhance focus and concentration.
Staff Areas – Vibrant colours break away from typical clinical greys and whites, boosting staff wellbeing.
Reception and Waiting Areas – Warm, natural tones promote comfort and calm.
We worked closely with Significant Signs to bring our bespoke illustrations to life, transforming them into large-scale printed murals.
We centred the design around Bigbury-on-Sea, using its coastal landscape to inspire a sense of calm and connection to nature. Boaz Studio created original illustrations, bringing elements of Bigbury and Burgh Island into key areas of the suite.
Our bespoke illustrations guide patients and staff through a visual journey of Bigbury-on-Sea and Burgh Island. Combining coastal imagery, calming colours, and clear wayfinding signage, the design boosts both patient and staff wellbeing.
Interior design in healthcare spaces plays a crucial role in reducing patient anxiety, improving staff efficiency, and enhancing overall experience. The Bigbury Orthopaedic Surgical Suite shows how thoughtful design and bespoke illustration can transform a space beyond its practical use.
At Boaz Studio, we specialise in creating human-centred environments that are both beautiful and practical. If you’d like to discuss a project, get in touch.
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Boaz Studio came in to advise on the complete refurbishment of the communal space here at Sunley Orford House, a purpose-built block of quality retirement housing in the centre of Truro. Having listened thoroughly to the design brief he provided well thought out advice on materials, colours and decoration with options that not only bring a more contemporary feel but will revitalise the space for the future. His thought and attention to detail was appreciated by all involved.
We worked with Boaz Studio to plan our two-storey extension and associated alterations to our house. We couldn't have done it without them, they were brilliant! Their thoughtful designs really made the most of the spaces, not only in terms of furnishings and decor but also really useful advice about positioning for doors and windows. Stephen and Alice are both fabulous at what they do and really lovely to work with. Highly recommended!
Boaz provided layouts and concept interior designs for our new home, and the results were fantastic: they managed to somehow provide us with something completely unexpected that was completely our style and what we wanted. We feel so much more confident managing the building work and decorating now, and can't wait to see it finished. Highly recommended.
Stephen and Alice worked with us to produce a design for the interior of our coffee house - their ability to bring together all of our different needs and ideas into one unified concept was fantastic - they have knack for drawing out the most efficient use of whatever space they're working with. First class.
Stephen managed to build a true understanding of what we wanted and embed that in his conceptual designs. When we first saw those designs for a fresh and contemporary take on the heritage library, we knew that we would be creating something special.
"We used Boaz Studio as we needed some help reimagining our lounge after moving in just before having our first child. Our house wasn't working for us and our toddler. Stephen is so approachable and friendly and really listens. He's keen to understand what your needs and wants are as a client and then has an amazing way of turning that into something beautiful, practical, and personal. I am so impressed and would highly recommend Boaz Studio. On top of that, they're really professional, and communication is easy."
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