Understanding what drives the need for change
When Covenant Health envisioned Hope Tower, they weren't just planning another healthcare facility—they were creating a beacon for the entire South Plains region. The 200,000-square-foot inpatient tower represented a critical expansion that would determine whether Lubbock could maintain its position as the area's premier healthcare destination. The challenge extended far beyond traditional hospital design: this facility needed to serve multiple stakeholders simultaneously, from patients seeking healing environments to medical staff requiring efficient workspaces, from anxious families needing comfort to healthcare leaders making crucial decisions.
The complexity lay in the sheer diversity of spaces within Hope Tower. Patient rooms demanded furniture that balanced clinical functionality with residential comfort. Nurse stations required ergonomic solutions that could withstand the rigors of 24/7 healthcare operations. Family areas needed to provide solace during difficult times, while staff spaces had to offer genuine respite from demanding schedules. Each area served a different human need, yet all had to work together to create a cohesive healing environment that would elevate healthcare outcomes across the region.
How we brought the vision to life
Tangram approached this healthcare transformation by recognizing that furniture in a medical environment serves a dual purpose: supporting clinical excellence while nurturing the human spirit. Our design partnership with Covenant Health began with understanding the unique rhythms of each space—how nurses move through their stations during shift changes, how families gather in waiting areas during long vigils, how medical staff decompress in break rooms between critical procedures.
Rather than applying a one-size-fits-all solution, we curated distinct furniture collections for each of the eleven space types within Hope Tower. In patient rooms, we selected seating and sleeper solutions that transformed clinical spaces into more welcoming environments. For high-traffic nurse stations, we prioritized ergonomic workstations built to healthcare-grade durability standards. Family areas received carefully chosen pieces that created islands of calm within the medical setting. The chapel and quiet rooms were furnished with pieces that encouraged reflection and peace, while conference and training spaces received furniture that facilitated learning and collaboration among healthcare teams.
4 solutions from 4 manufacturers
Embrace Armchair
A collaboration between Carl Hansen & Søn and EOOS, the Embrace Armchair was created in 2015. It provides superior comfort with soft, organic materials and makes for a sculptural addition to any interior.
Symposia
Symposia Conference tables are exquisitely beautiful and agile. The tables are offered in sinuous and angular geometric options, with wood, glass, metal, laminate, and stone materials available for an unlimited collection of design versatility. The Infinity bases are specifically designed to provide luxurious leg room, multi-level wire management, and elegant full-length modesty panel.
Linate
Step back in time with Linate—the original signature chair that launched in 1987, the same year Via Seating was born. A true classic, Linate combines timeless design with exceptional structural integrity, making it a standout choice for a variety of spaces, from contemporary offices to more traditional settings. Its refined silhouette & enduring craftsmanship ensure both style & durability, offering a seating solution that remains as relevant today as it was at its inception. Available in high & mid-back options, the mid-back model also offers jury seating configurations, providing added versatility for courtroom & institutional settings. Linate is a testament to Via Seating’s legacy of quality, innovation & design excellence.
Haven
Sit at ease in a sanctuary of understated elegance with Haven. Thoughtfully designed and smartly implemented, Haven features a range of replaceable components, from arm caps and complete arm panels to seat and back upholstery covers and more, to ensure timeless satisfaction and relevance across a broad range of applications. Combine that with a passive flex back for enduring comfort and a spectrum of multitasking options, and Haven becomes an infinitely purposeful and exceptionally durable seating group that provides a lifetime of serenity.
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