Sensory design: exploring neurodiversity
Achieving this needs to be a blend of science, design, creativity, and, most importantly of all, collaboration,” offered Jo Love, founder of Jo Love Interior Design.
Exploring the world of neuroscience is helping us to understand how our bodies react in spaces and environments. The answers provided will enable us to realise the full potential good design can have in the built environment and beyond 13 . Approximately 15-20% of the global population has a neurological difference and designing with neurodiversity, accessibility and inclusion in mind is increasingly being taken more seriously 14 . For instance, universities are one area where thinking about more inclusive and neurodiverse design is becoming a priority. Although it can be argued that it’s not yet happening on a wide enough scale. Neurodiverse design is something all employers should be investing in. It not only enhances inclusivity, but can also help improve business performance by attracting and nurturing a much wider workforce 14 .
“We need to encourage all those who process things differently. Doing so helps make the world a better place, and so it should be the norm to create spaces where everyone can thrive.“ Jo Love One bright spot is the tech sector where they are leading the way by carefully designing large spaces with neurodiversity in mind from the outset. And colour is always a major consideration. Colour is universal. It doesn’t matter what a person’s background or outlook is, everyone feels a connection with colour. In a world that can often seem overwhelming and intense, there’s aneed for spaces designer with colours that help ground or uplift people. Spaces that can bring a sense of joy and calm, alongside those that can effectively inspire, motivate and excite. And, in the words of panel member, Jo Love, founder of Jo Love Interior Design, “there is a joy in choosing colours”.
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