Aesthetic experience is not only emotional. It also influences behaviour. In neuroscience, the idea of an enriched environment refers to surroundings that offer sensory, social, cognitive and physical stimulation. In Your Brain on Art, Magsamen and Ross reference research suggesting that enriched environments can support the brain’s capacity to adapt and change. This has been linked to neuroplasticity, including increased neural connections, dendritic branching and, in some s

Guide to making healthier choices when selecting and specifying Building Materials for Reduced VOC Emissions

Curves are everywhere in contemporary workplace design. Rounded walls, arched openings, curved banquettes, soft-edged meeting pods, circular rugs, sculptural ceilings and organic joinery have become increasingly common in offices, hospitality spaces and wellness-led interiors. At first glance, it would be easy to dismiss this as another design trend.

What the emerging research in neuroarchitecture tells us about Wellness Architecture & precise ways to understand how the built environment affects human experience.

Why indoor air quality should be a priority in the design of your home. If you're renovating or need this guide will show you how