Tenovus Cancer Care

In March 2016 we received a phone call from a friendly member of the Tenovus Cancer Care Team. They were embarking on a project to fit out a brand-new mobile support unit and were looking for someone to design a donor recognition tree, to be installed within it. Little did we know what a long and fulfilling journey we were about to take with them.

Tenovus Cancer Care Tree

Initial designs were submitted, along the lines of what we already produced, albeit in totally different materials and cheerful colours to match the Tenovus Cancer Care brand. The idea would be a tree made from Acrylic, or something similar, to be fastened flat against the inside wall of the unit. To this tree would be fastened individual plaques in the shape of leaves, acorns and boulders. Nothing beyond the capability of  Metallic Garden.

Mounted in a moving frame

 

Although the concept of a donor recognition tree was still very much the focus, the function of the tree was now changed to include that of a dividing screen, able to be moved and stowed away at the side of the vehicle when appropriate. This tree would need to be translucent, but opaque enough to provide sufficient privacy and be double sided, to allow plaques to be installed on both sides. This was becoming an engineering challenge, one which we would rise to, to help fulfill the vision.

A suitable frame was designed by the engineers fitting out the vehicle. This would provide the stability and maneuverability needed for a tree measuring 2 metres across and almost as tall. We were tasked with creating the tree to the required design, whilst maintaining both strength and remaining within certain weight limits. 

Ideas went back and forth for months, as we swapped and changed ideas. Colours were looked at as we matched the branding as best we could with the materials available. Plaques were altered to get the best look possible. Materials were chosen for strength and weight. Finally, after more than 2 years, Tenovus were ready to place the order and we could proceed.

Everything was delivered without a hitch and on schedule.

Tenovus Mobile Unit

The Tenovus Cancer Care mobile unit was completed on time and delivered to them in July 2018 This will enable them to facilitate even more chemotherapy treatments and continue their fantastic work. Metallic Garden are proud to have played a small part in this and wish them all the very best for the future.