Ella Doran
Bedside Views, 2011
Curtains, tables and bedside cabinets,
In-patient wards, 7th floor Royal London Hospital
Critically acclaimed textile artist / designer Ella Doran, worked closely with the Trust’s procurement team to design and manufacture a series of furniture and textiles throughout all of the children’s wards. Privacy curtains give patients a playful panoramic view of the Thames in Central London with hot air balloons and kites. The reverse of the curtains reveal contrasting colours that complement the hospital furniture.
Bedside cabinets are covered with images of boats, origami planes and clouds. Even over-bed tray tables offer alternative views into a lush London garden.
The company of award-winning textile designer Ella Doran specialises in the surface design of distinctive home accessories and furnishings.
“‘A seminal moment for me was when a three-year-old girl stopped crying the moment she saw the curtains, pointing excitedly to the hidden cats and rabbits. That’s when I knew my design had worked.”
Ella Doran
