How AV Integration is Supporting Healing, Engagement, and Innovation
Hospitals and healthcare facilities are more than just places of treatment—they’re environments that shape the emotional and psychological experience of everyone who walks through their doors. As a well-rounded experience continues to play a vital role in healthcare outcomes, organizations are turning to AV integration and digital technology to transform their spaces into more supportive, connected, and inspiring environments.
From immersive displays to interactive donor and sponsor recognition, audiovisual (AV) technology is helping healthcare providers reimagine what’s possible across lobbies, waiting areas, children’s spaces, and more.
Designing for Connection, Comfort, and Clarity
Modern AV solutions are doing more than just broadcasting information—they’re creating opportunities for meaningful engagement. Whether it’s improving communication through digital signage and wayfinding, or delivering calming, interactive content in high-stress environments, technology is becoming a quiet but powerful contributor to well-being.
At Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, a partnership with the Ryan Seacrest Foundation brought Seacrest Studios to life—an in-hospital broadcast center where young patients can host shows, interview guests, and engage in creative activities. Live programming is streamed to patient rooms, offering an uplifting, interactive experience that supports emotional healing and connection.
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta
At CHRISTUS Health (St. Elizabeth) in Beaumont, TX, Bluewater partnered with the organization to bring a moment of joy to young patients through an ActivePlay interactive wall. This immersive experience allows children to engage with dynamic visuals, touch-based games, and responsive motion, providing both distraction and delight during their hospital visit. It’s more than entertainment—it’s a tool for emotional comfort in an otherwise clinical setting.
Christus Health Active Play
Digital Recognition that Builds Community
Technology is also playing a key role in how healthcare organizations honor generosity and build relationships. At the University of Michigan School of Dentistry, Bluewater developed a digital donor recognition wall that seamlessly blends storytelling with sleek, modern design. This installation not only showcases the impact of philanthropy but does so in a way that is interactive, updatable, and aligned with the forward-thinking mission of the institution.
Instead of static plaques, donors are recognized in a format that celebrates their contributions through dynamic visuals, searchable content, and a deeper connection to the community they support.
U of M School of Dentistry
The Future of Healing Spaces
At Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, AV technology enhances both navigation and ambiance across the campus. Interactive wayfinding kiosks guide patients and visitors through the large hospital complex, helping to ease stress and improve the overall experience. Meanwhile, digital art displays featuring calming visuals and nature scenes create a more soothing environment. Together, these thoughtful integrations blend function and aesthetics to support both practical needs and emotional well-being.
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Wayfinding App
As healthcare continues to evolve, so will the environments that support it. AV technology is becoming a strategic asset—helping facilities communicate more clearly, reduce stress, honor contributions, and ultimately enhance the human experience of care. From interactive play spaces and digital recognition walls to wayfinding kiosks and immersive art, technology is helping to create more connected, comforting, and engaging healthcare spaces. Technology done right is never just about the screen—it’s about the people on the other side of it. By thoughtfully applying these solutions, hospitals can better support healing, foster community, and meet the evolving expectations of patients, families, and staff alike.
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