Safari Smiles
Fear to courage, one visit at a time
Category
Clinical
Year
2024
Location
Mumbai
The Space
A 250 square foot paediatric dental clinic designed with warmth and imagination at its heart. Every corner was planned to feel calm, inviting, and child-friendly, creating an environment that supports ease and comfort.
They Wanted
A clinic that didn’t feel clinical. The brief was to make children feel at ease the moment they stepped in. It should be engaging and gentle, where anxious energy could be replaced with curiosity and comfort.
We Delivered
A warm, jungle-inspired space that welcomes children with playful elements and thoughtful design. A tree-shaped toy shelf greets them at the entrance, shifting focus from treatment to play. Soothing wooden tones bring in the calm of nature, while a giraffe-themed height chart adds a bit of fun to check-ups. Lion and tiger motifs near the exam table offer quiet encouragement during tough moments like vaccinations. The subtle jungle theme invites imagination, helping children focus on animals and adventures rather than procedures. Every detail was designed from a child’s point of view, turning fear into familiarity and making each visit feel a little lighter.
Dr M. Nair
ON HER CLINIC ATMOSPHERE
When I first talked to my designer, I just asked for a simple paediatric clinic with a few toys. What they came up with completely surprised me in the best way. It’s warm, calming, and really kid-friendly without feeling forced. The tree-shaped toy shelf, the animals, the wood, it all just works. Kids walk in and feel comfortable. Parents notice it too. It’s made the whole experience better, for them and for me. I never imagined a clinic could feel like this.
Testimonial
Dr M. Nair
ON HER CLINIC ATMOSPHERE
When I first talked to my designer, I just asked for a simple paediatric clinic with a few toys. What they came up with completely surprised me in the best way. It’s warm, calming, and really kid-friendly without feeling forced. The tree-shaped toy shelf, the animals, the wood, it all just works. Kids walk in and feel comfortable. Parents notice it too. It’s made the whole experience better, for them and for me. I never imagined a clinic could feel like this.