THE BLOG
Design that works the way your brain does
Practical ideas to make spaces more comfortable for life, work & play.
Neuroinclusive Design: Three Industries, One Question
Six months ago I was in Las Vegas talking about hotel lighting. This September I’m in London talking to designers. In December I’m in Baltimore talking to people who live with ADHD every day. Three completely different rooms. Three industries that don’t usually share a conference circuit. And all three
Sensory design is showing up in rooms that used to leave it out
I’ve been doing this work for over 20 years. And for most of that time, the conversation about how spaces affect people’s nervous systems happened in pretty small rooms: occupational therapy practices, specialized design circles, the occasional workshop with people who were already convinced. That’s changing. I’ve noticed it gradually,
Design with Intention: A Feature with Good Housekeeping
I got an email back in February that made me lean forward and set down my coffee. It was from Shelby Deering, a writer for Good Housekeeping magazine. She was curious if I had any past projects that showcased neuroinclusive design, spaces specifically created to support sensory needs, focus, and
