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Visual patterns influence us cognitively, emotionally, and physically. The findings of pattern-related neuroscience studies are handy when selecting upholstery fabrics, wall coverings, flooring, etc.
Neuroscience-aware design can increase the likelihood that we’ll act in ways our societies value—making life just a little bit (or a lot) better for all.
Latitude, altitude, climate, language, and culture vary across the planet, affecting how we process information, sometimes in unexpected ways. Neuroscience research details geography-based, design-related variations in thoughts and behaviors worthy of consideration wherever designers are.
Humans relish reflections. Neuroscience indicates why and how to best work glossy elements into spaces and onto objects.
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Design at Work
People feel comfortable, their minds and bodies flourish, when the design of spaces that are meaningful to them, such as their home and their workplace, is in harmony with their personality.
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It’s great when there’re resources (time, money, and otherwise) to thoroughly deal with all of the sensory issues that might arise in a workplace—but that’s often not the case. Neuroscience research can guide you to highest priority actions.
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Shin and Lim probed links between workplace design and commitment.
Eklund and colleagues set out to learn if the design of the physical spaces people are in influences the sustainability of their online behavior.
Hallikainen and colleagues link sensory experiences and the ratings we give those sensations.