Before and After Gallery:

Foster Care Room Transformations

On one of the hardest days of their life, a child should not have to sit in a cold, unfamiliar space.

Through strong partnership with Department of Social Services and the community, Lily Pad transforms government offices into trauma-informed spaces designed for children experiencing foster care and others walking through crisis.

Before a Lily Pad, these environments are often cold, dim, and not designed with children in mind, making already difficult moments feel even more overwhelming. After transformation, they become spaces of comfort, safety, and rest through thoughtful design and intentional care.

Each Lily Pad is uniquely created for the office it serves. We work closely with DSS leadership and caseworkers to understand the specific needs of their children and space, then design, fund, and install a room that reflects those realities.

It is our hope and prayer that each Lily Pad helps these professionals care for children with greater ease, and that every child who enters feels comfort, dignity, and love in a difficult moment. If you feel moved by this mission, you can help create the next space where a child finds comfort and care