5 Dec 2025

ARIDO Award: SickKids Patient Support Centre

Faced with the challenge of creating a space that reflects SickKids’ deep-rooted research ethos, while promoting collaboration and innovation, and supporting the well-being of its 3,000 diverse staff members; this new build design required a multidisciplinary approach.

Category: WORK

Interior Designer: Stephanie Panyan, ARIDO
Design Firm: B+H Architects
Design Team: Peter Heys, Life Member, ARIDO; Marianna Ng, ARIDO; Kristelle Mesina, ARIDO

Photographer: A-Frame Photography / Tom Arban Photography

Rainbow staircase visible through the building's glass from the street. Each floor is one colour

Elevator lobby with whimsical and fun curved light fixtures

The approach employs a holistic “Inside Out, Outside In” design philosophy in its multidisciplinary approach that involves integrating architecture, workplace interiors, and landscape design. All design aspects support the interior design, aligning with a shared vision of a more autonomous culture that promotes increased flexibility and choice, fostering innovation, productivity, and overall health and wellness. A whimsical mobile installation by Taiwanese-Canadian artist Dennis Lin, adds a playful touch to the lobby. Inspired by a child’s imagination, this design utilizes bold colours and playful shapes to create an atmosphere of joy and creativity.

Mobils installation above the lobby space inspired by child's imagination, in bold coloured playful shapes

The mobile installation is visible through the blue-hued glass on the second level from this lounge space with high table and bar stools

The 22-storey center in Toronto serves as a bespoke workplace for the education, training, and administration of Canada’s leading pediatric healthcare organization and marks the critical first step in SickKids’ multi-year campus transformation project, known as Project Horizon, which aims to create an inspired and reimagined hospital of the future.

Work space with a small kitchen, dark coloured high loft style ceiling and large desk with multiple chairs. The space overlooks the city through floor to ceiling windows. A coloured glass creates a separation between the workspace and the hallway.

Rooftop workspace with high, loft-style ceilings and an interesting industrial linear light fixture above many smaller tables for people to work or hang out.

Overall, the design sets a benchmark for adaptable, purpose-built workplaces that enhance hospital efficiency and staff well-being, reinforcing SickKids’ role as a leader in pediatric healthcare both locally and nationally.

Text by: The Interior Designer

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