The spaces we move through each day quietly shape how we think, feel and function—often more than we realize. In this engaging session, we’ll explore how insights from neuroscience and psychology can guide design choices that support mental health, resilience and connection.
From color and lighting to sound, texture and layout, you’ll learn how everyday design elements influence mood, focus and overall wellbeing. We’ll share practical, real‑world examples to help you create spaces that feel welcoming, calming and supportive—whether in amenity spaces, offices or residential communities.
Together, we’ll connect research‑backed principles to actionable ideas you can apply right away, helping you design environments where people feel comfortable, supported and at home.
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About the Host
Sally Augustin, PhD
Sally Augustin, PhD, is an applied psychologist who integrates neuroscience, social science and applied research to inform the design of places, objects and services. Her work has been featured in The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal. She is a Fellow of the American Psychological Association, a 2024 TEDx speaker, editor of Research Design Connections, and author of several books on science‑informed design.