EUNOIA Child Hospitalization.The Therapeutic Power of PlayOriginal title: EUNOIA. El poder terapéutico del juego
Original title: EUNOIA. El poder terapéutico del juego
Student Thesis:
Student thesis
Thesis
Child hospitalization represents a complex experience that extends beyond medical treatment, directly affecting the physical, emotional, and social well-being of pediatric patients. This project explores opportunities for improvement in the pediatric area of Christus Muguerza Conchita Hospital through the design of hospital environments that are more humane, inclusive, and therapeutic. From a comprehensive perspective, the project develops the proposal EUNOIA an interior design methodology that incorporates playful strategies, biophilic patterns, motor skill levels, and adaptations to the developmental stages of childhood.
The primary objective of this project is to transform the hospital environment into a space that not only addresses medical needs but also actively promotes emotional well-being, autonomy, and recovery, while involving families and medical staff in the process. The intervention is based on elements such as play areas, interactive and resting furniture, therapeutic gardens, and functional spaces—both semi-private and private—that respect pediatric anthropometry, psychological needs, and hospital regulations.
The research employs a participatory design approach, including interviews with patients, parents or guardians, and medical staff to understand their experiences and perspectives. This information serves as the foundation for both the design proposal and the EUNOIA methodology. International case studies that have successfully implemented similar design strategies are also examined, demonstrating their effectiveness. However, in Mexico this approach has not yet been consistently adopted, representing a key opportunity for local implementation.
In conclusion, EUNOIA positions itself as a replicable methodology for pediatric hospital design, aiming to dignify the child’s hospital experience by creating environments that are accessible, safe, and emotionally enriching for children, their families, and healthcare professionals.
The primary objective of this project is to transform the hospital environment into a space that not only addresses medical needs but also actively promotes emotional well-being, autonomy, and recovery, while involving families and medical staff in the process. The intervention is based on elements such as play areas, interactive and resting furniture, therapeutic gardens, and functional spaces—both semi-private and private—that respect pediatric anthropometry, psychological needs, and hospital regulations.
The research employs a participatory design approach, including interviews with patients, parents or guardians, and medical staff to understand their experiences and perspectives. This information serves as the foundation for both the design proposal and the EUNOIA methodology. International case studies that have successfully implemented similar design strategies are also examined, demonstrating their effectiveness. However, in Mexico this approach has not yet been consistently adopted, representing a key opportunity for local implementation.
In conclusion, EUNOIA positions itself as a replicable methodology for pediatric hospital design, aiming to dignify the child’s hospital experience by creating environments that are accessible, safe, and emotionally enriching for children, their families, and healthcare professionals.
Thesis Information
Thesis Award Date
15/05/2025Qualification Level
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SpanishThesis Managed By
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