High Point, NC — July 29, 2026 – Carolina, an OFS company and leader in healthcare furniture solutions, will return for its ninth year as presenting sponsor of the Healthcare Design Conference + Expo on October 17-20, 2026, at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans.
Healthcare designers, architects, health system leaders, facility managers, and other industry professionals are invited to visit Carolina at space 1819 to discover new ideas, build connections, and explore what is next in healthcare design.
"The strength of healthcare design lies in its ability to bring human needs, clinical priorities, and thoughtful design into closer alignment," said Stan Gray, Vice President of Healthcare at OFS and Carolina. "HCD creates a collaborative forum for the industry to gather, share perspectives and learn from one another. Carolina is proud to continue our support, advancing the conversations shaping the future of care."
Design is the quietest form of care™
At HCD 2026, Carolina's space will explore how intentional design can influence the experience of care in ways both visible and subtle. Through seating, materials, privacy, flexibility, and moments of connection, the space is an experience that shows how every decision can quietly support patients, families, guests, and caregivers.
"Design is the quietest form of care™ reflects that the most thoughtful environments communicate care through every detail," said Lauren Morgan, Director of Marketing at Carolina. "At HCD, we are bringing that idea to life through every detail of our space to create experiences that invite the healthcare design community to consider how each decision can support greater comfort, dignity, and connection."
A preview of what's ahead
At HCD, Carolina will unveil the expanded Offshore family, leading a lineup of new products and research that reflect the evolving needs of healthcare environments. Alongside Offshore, attendees can explore Bokeh, In The Fold, and the ROOM x Carolina Phone Booth, and engage in insights from Carolina and ROOM into the impact of acoustic privacy on communication, trust, and well-being.
Alongside the latest introductions, the space will offer thoughtful opportunities to engage with new ideas, exchange perspectives, and explore the stories behind the designs. Interactive moments and curated details throughout the experience will reinforce Carolina's belief that care can be expressed through even the smallest design decisions.
Save on HCD registration on us!
- Save $325 on Full Conference registration. Use code: CAROLINA325FC
- Save $299 on Expo Only registration. Use code: CAROLINA299EX
Registration codes may be entered during the HCD registration process. To learn more about Carolina's HCD experience and register for the conference, visit the registration page.
About Carolina
Carolina, an OFS company, is a healthcare furniture manufacturer dedicated to creating products and environments that support caring experiences. With a focus on the needs of patients, families, guests, and caregivers, Carolina combines thoughtful design, research, and performance to help create more comfortable and supportive healthcare environments.
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