Room to Think
Room to Think
Lyssia Katan
Designing for Neurodivergent Minds
1 hour 6 minutes Posted Mar 24, 2026 at 4:00 am.
What High-Performance Spaces Mean
From ICU Alarms To Design Research
A Cross-Country Run Changes Everything
Cancer Care Spaces Miss Young Adults
Why One-Size Assumptions Fail People
Sensory Needs Plus Agency And Clarity
Sensory Rooms Safety Versus Access
A Model Airport Sensory Room
Low-Cost Home Fixes For Overwhelm
Glare Control And Material Choices
Who Must Learn Neuroinclusive Design
Targeted Universalism And Invisible Needs
Advocacy That Speeds Up Inclusion
ADHD Focus Tools And Body Doubling
Unpredictable Noise And Touch Sensitivity
The Future Of Engagement And Evaluation
Core Takeaway And Closing
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In this episode, Lyssia sits down with Dr. Kati Peditto, a researcher focused on the intersection of human behavior, neuroscience, and the built environment, to talk about neuroinclusive design and why designing for the brain should be a standard part of every project. The conversation goes far beyond sensory rooms and explores how environments affect cognitive load, behavior, stress, productivity, and overall human experience. They discuss why many spaces are designed with good intentions bu...