The design of pediatric healthcare facilities is markedly different than that of their adult counterparts. Today’s healthcare delivery methods can appear threatening, so designs must avoid an institutional feel. After all, a pediatric patient is forming his or her first impressions of healthcare with each care visit, and that child’s formative experience will depend on both the method of healthcare delivery and the physical environment in which it is administered. Reducing anxiety by creating an environment that is inclusive of family members is conducive to a positive impression of health and wellness during patients’ formative years.