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At Carolina, we believe design is the quietest form of care. Thoughtful, intentional design is an act of compassion in itself—shaping environments that ease stress, enhance comfort, and support healing, often without anyone needing to ask. Every detail is a silent gesture of care, one that is felt by patients, families, and caregivers alike.

Join us at Healthcare Design Conference + Expo to experience firsthand how future-forward design meets hospitality-inspired care. With intuitively designed products and elevated spaces, we aim to empower healthcare environments to seamlessly adapt to the ever-evolving needs of the entire care ecosystem.

“Design is the quietest form of care” suggests that thoughtful, intentional design itself becomes an act of compassion, even without words or obvious gestures. It’s about creating environments that silently support healing, reduce stress, and enhance comfort—without patients or caregivers needing to ask for it.
Design is the quietest form of care

Experience Care Through Design

We invite you to step inside the Carolina space at HCD, where every detail reflects the idea that design is the quietest form of care. The space was thoughtfully created to show how design can quietly shape the way people heal, work, and connect. Through warm materials, calming colors, and intuitive layouts, each area brings a sense of comfort, dignity, and ease to patients, families, and caregivers, proving that care can be felt in every detail of design.

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Zone 1 - Secondary Waiting Spaces
Zone 1 - Secondary Waiting Spaces
Zone 1 - Secondary Waiting Spaces

Zone 1 - Secondary Waiting Spaces

Secondary Waiting areas—those located beyond the main entry and closer to clinical or patient care zones—feature our newest lounge collection, now expanded to include a range of lounge offerings designed for flexibility and comfort.

  • Showcases the latest expansion of the Offshore collection
  • Includes a variety of lounge seating options for flexible layouts
  • Offers multiple seat, table, and arm configurations
  • Supports tailored waiting environments for patients, families, and visitors
  • Designed to adapt seamlessly to the needs of healthcare facilities beyond the main entry zone
     
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Zone 2 - Materials
Zone 2 - Materials

Zone 2 - Materials

The material display wall showcases the latest innovations in healthcare fabrics and textiles, highlighting options that combine durability, comfort, and aesthetic appeal for modern healthcare environments.

  • Features new and innovative textiles designed for healthcare settings
  • Highlights durable, easy-to-clean, and high-performance materials
  • Demonstrates color, pattern, and texture options for interior design flexibility
  • Inspires designers and healthcare planners to create functional and welcoming spaces
  • Allows hands-on exploration of material performance and tactile qualities
     
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Zone 3 - Behavioral Health Display Wall
Zone 3 - Behavioral Health Display Wall

Zone 3 - Behavioral Health Display Wall

This area highlights our award-winning collection of products designed to support the unique needs of the behavioral health segment—balancing safety, durability, and comfort in every detail.

  • Showcasing our behavioral health offering
  • Lounge, guest and dining seating + tables
     
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Zone 4 - Hospitality & Cafe Spaces
Zone 4 - Hospitality & Cafe Spaces
Zone 4 - Hospitality & Cafe Spaces

Zone 4 - Hospitality & Cafe Spaces

Healthcare café spaces bring a hospitality-inspired approach to patient and visitor areas, offering an inviting environment that encourages relaxation, social interaction, and a sense of community within the care setting.

  • Designed with a hospitality-inspired aesthetic for warmth and comfort
  • Encourages social interaction among patients, families, and staff
  • Provides flexible seating arrangements for individual or group use
  • Creates a welcoming, community-focused environment within the healthcare setting
  • Balances functionality, style, and comfort to enhance the visitor experience
     
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Zone 5 - Arrival Waiting Spaces
Zone 5 - Arrival Waiting Spaces
Zone 5 - Arrival Waiting Spaces

Zone 5 - Arrival Waiting Spaces

This space illustrates how healthcare environments can embody the warmth and comfort of hospitality while reflecting a health system’s brand and community culture through thoughtful design and materiality.

  • Creates a warm, welcoming atmosphere through inviting materials and soothing colors
  • Reflects the health system’s brand identity and the culture of the community
  • Evokes a sense of quality care and comfort upon entry
  • Incorporates phone booth for flexibility and privacy
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Zone 6 - Pediatric & Family Waiting
Zone 6 - Pediatric & Family Waiting
Zone 6 - Pediatric & Family Waiting
Zone 6 - Pediatric & Family Waiting

Zone 6 - Pediatric & Family Waiting

Pediatric and family waiting areas are designed to combine safety, semi-privacy, and child-friendly features, creating a welcoming environment where parents can comfortably wait with their children.

  • Ensures safety and security for children and families
  • Offers semi-private spaces for families seeking a quieter environment
  • Includes child-friendly elements to engage and entertain young visitors
  • Creates a welcoming, family-oriented atmosphere in healthcare settings
     
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Zone 7 - Patient Suite
Zone 7 - Patient Suite
Zone 7 - Patient Suite
Zone 7 - Patient Suite

Zone 7 - Patient Suite

No longer just a patient room, the Patient Suite is intentionally designed to support patients, caregivers, and family care partners through a zoned layout that promotes comfort, healing, and the seamless delivery of care.

  • Zoned design clearly defines areas for patients, caregivers, and families
  • Caregiver zone near the entrance offers:
    • Handwash sink, charting surfaces, and in-room medical equipment
    • Efficient workflows and faster response times
  • Patient zone at the center provides:
    • Clear sightlines across the entire room for awareness and connection
    • Close proximity to both caregivers and guests
  • Family zone located at the back ensures:
    • A supportive space without interrupting caregiver's path
    • Comfortable sleepover accommodations by night with Offshore Sleepover and Pull Up Table
  • Reflects modern, patient-centered care—balancing comfort, functionality, and connection in a state-of-the-art healing environment
     
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Zone 8 - Exam Spaces
Zone 8 - Exam Spaces
Zone 8 - Exam Spaces

Zone 8 - Exam Spaces

Exam Room showcases Carolina’s comprehensive ability to furnish clinical spaces, combining functional cabinetry, caregiver-focused solutions, and comfortable seating for patients and guests to support efficient, high-quality care.

  • Highlights Carolina’s extensive product line for nearly all clinical spaces
  • Mile Marker G2 modular cabinetry offers:
    • Ample storage
    • Efficient, caregiver-focused work areas
    • Support for seamless care delivery
  • Stray Caregiver Stool and Caregiver Support Station provide award-winning solutions to enhance caregiver workflow
  • Lasata recliner and Rule of Three guest chair deliver:
    • Category-leading comfort and support
    • Balanced seating for both patients and visitors
  • Integrates functionality, comfort, and caregiver support in a cohesive clinical environment
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Zone 1 - Secondary Waiting Spaces
Zone 1 - Secondary Waiting Spaces
Zone 2 - Materials
Zone 2 - Materials
Zone 3 - Behavioral Health Display Wall
Zone 3 - Behavioral Health Display Wall
Zone 4 - Hospitality & Cafe Spaces
Zone 4 - Hospitality & Cafe Spaces
Zone 5 - Arrival Waiting Spaces
Zone 5 - Arrival Waiting Spaces
Zone 6 - Pediatric & Family Waiting
Zone 6 - Pediatric & Family Waiting
Zone 7 - Patient Suite
Zone 7 - Patient Suite
Zone 8 - Exam Spaces
Zone 8 - Exam Spaces
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PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT

Offshore

Lounge
The Offshore collection was developed in collaboration with Achella Design, a multidisciplinary studio based in San Diego, California! Their original concept was a multifunctional sleepover solution for patient rooms, which Carolina launched in 2024. This newest expansion to Offshore encompasses lounge and tandem lounge seating and remains true to the original mission — focusing on durability, flexibility, and an elevated design! With multiple configurations that support a broader range of public space applications, Offshore creates a calm and approachable presence in even the busiest spaces.
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Featured products
new Offshore
Offshore
Family
Offshore Family
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new Offshore
Sleepover sofa
new Offshore
Pull up table
new Mile Marker.G2
Mile Marker.G2
Elara
Elara
Family
Elara Family
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Elara
Modular lounge
Elara
Lounge
Lasata
Lasata
Noé
Noé
Chrys
Chrys
Family
Chrys Family
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Chrys
Behavioral Health lounge
Chrys
Behavioral Health guest/dining
Stray
Stray
Ardha
Ardha
Reservoir
Reservoir
X&O
X&O
Boost+
Boost+
Family
Boost+ Family
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Boost+
Ottoman
Boost+ pediatrics
Pediatric ottoman
Rule of Three
Rule of Three
Knack
Knack
Serony
Serony
Theatre
Theatre

CHECK OUT OUR LATEST WHITE PAPER

The Hidden Cost of Ugly Furniture

A white paper on how aesthetics, performance, and perception shape patient experiences and operational outcomes in healthcare.
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