“Different by Design turned our empty back room into a full sensory gym our kids ask about the minute they walk in. The team handled everything from layout to install, and they clearly understood what an OT actually needs, not just what looks cool. Worth every penny.”
Custom sensory gyms, designed and installed
Your space.
Their sensory gym.
Different by Design designs, builds, and installs custom sensory gyms for homes, clinics, and schools. Every gym is planned around your room and the kids who will use it, from the first conversation to the finished install.
Different feels good here
Every child moves differently. Every gym should too.
No two rooms, and no two kids, are the same. We start with your space and the people who will use it, then design climbing, swinging, balance, and calming areas that make sense together. Then we build it and install it, so all you have to do is open the door.
Explore what we build.
See the spaces, equipment, and thinking behind each gym.
Room to belong
Every child deserves room to be themselves.
Whether it starts with a climb or a quiet moment, a well-designed gym gives each child room to explore in their own way.
“From the first design consult to install day, communication was excellent. They worked around our therapy schedule so we never had to cancel sessions, and the equipment quality is a step above what we've seen elsewhere. Our BCBAs are thrilled.”
“We were opening our first location and had no idea where to start. Different by Design walked us through equipment choices, safety requirements, and layout for our square footage. They made a stressful buildout feel simple, and the finished gym is the reason families choose us.”
“Our sensory room has completely changed how we support students who need regulation breaks. The install crew was professional, fast, and left the space spotless. Teachers and parents both noticed the difference within weeks.”
How it works
From an empty room to a finished gym.
We handle the whole project, from the first conversation through design, build, and installation. Here is how it comes together.
Start with the room
Every gym starts with your space.
Some projects begin with a basement and a rough idea. Others begin with a clinic floor plan and a therapy schedule. Both are the right place to start.
- 01
Consultation
Tell us about your room, who will use it, and what kind of movement matters most. We talk through goals, constraints, and what is possible.
- 02
Measure and plan
Share dimensions, photos, and a short video of the room. We map ceiling height, doorways, and everything the layout has to work around.
- 03
Design
We design a custom layout for your space and show you how each zone fits, then refine it with you until it feels right.
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Build and install
We build your gym and install it in your space. When we leave, the room is ready to use.
Ready when you are
Ready to design your gym?
Tell us about your room and who it is for. We will take it from there.