Children’s of Alabama (COA) houses the state’s only Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). The hospital faced the challenge of alleviating wait times for critical care. The project added six new private patient rooms. This increased the NICU’s total capacity from 48 to 54 bassinets. The goal was to ensure more families receive the specialized care they need.

Business Interiors proudly partnered with Poole & Company, working closely with the COA Facilities and Design team to deliver specialized furniture solutions that support clinical staff efficiency and reinforce the hospital’s commitment to family-centered care.

The scope of work focused intensely on creating a supportive environment for both caregivers and families across the six new units.

We provided specialized, sleep-friendly furniture for the patient rooms. This included highly durable Sleep Recliners and Sleep Sofas. These selections were essential. They ensured parents and guardians could remain comfortably bedside for continuous, extended periods. This directly supports COA’s mission to provide care in private, family-friendly rooms.

We also supplied high-performance furniture for the clinical teams. This encompassed ergonomic Task Seating for the central Nurse Stations. It also covered the six individual Nurse Alcoves located within each new patient room. This furniture supports the clinical staff’s long shifts, promoting focus and efficiency in the demanding care environment.

The successful implementation of these specialized solutions was critical. By furnishing the expansion with durable, cleanable, and supportive options, Business Interiors helped COA achieve its goal of expanding critical capacity. The project also enhanced the comfort and well-being of the families they serve. The expanded NICU area was successfully opened in January 2025, continuing to serve as a vital lifeline for Alabama’s youngest patients.

Photography by: Art Meripol