EvergreenHealth in Kirkland, Washington, sought to create a welcoming, functional space for new families, so they turned to a national Labor and Delivery Consultant to assess their existing facility and compare it to leading family medical services across the region. We took those insights and turned them into a modern maternity center, transforming 90,000 square feet of an existing wing. The renovation included a new Obstetrics Emergency Department (OB ED), as well as upgrades to the Labor and Delivery Unit, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), and Ante/Postpartum unit. Through Lean Design workshops, our team collaborated with EvergreenHealth’s clinical staff and leadership, gathering valuable input to guide the design. The expanded Family Maternity Center (FMC) features updated LDRP units, an expanded NICU, and reconfigured Ante/Postpartum spaces, improving both care and workflow. The design balances a hospitality feel with the hospital’s identity, addressing patient experience and staff efficiency. Over 25 stakeholders, including physicians and nurses, participated in design workshops and provided feedback. Full-sized mock-ups tested critical spaces for optimal functionality. The result is a patient-centered facility with a warm, inviting atmosphere. Level 2 now includes an updated FMC lobby with a separate maternity waiting area, and the OB ED offers five private exam rooms and one treatment room. The LDRP rooms are reconfigured for greater privacy, with concealed medical equipment and soft lighting to create a tranquil setting. Drawing inspiration from the ebb and flow of childbirth, the design features a “ripple” motif that flows through the space, creating a sense of movement that blends seamlessly with the hospital’s existing design. In the end, the Family Maternity Center at EvergreenHealth offers a beautiful, functional, and efficient environment that supports both patients and providers, ensuring a positive experience for all who walk through its doors.