Sensory-Informed Design Across Settings: Improving Outcomes Through Better Design

Time: 12:50 - 13:20

Date: 2 June 2026

Theatre: Design & Digital Solutions Theatre

2-june-2026 12:50 2-june-2026 13:20 Europe/London Sensory-Informed Design Across Settings: Improving Outcomes Through Better Design

Environments shape how care is experienced, yet sensory needs are often overlooked. This session explores how sensory-informed design can be applied across settings — from inpatient and community spaces to education and the home — using simple, practical principles. Focusing on light, sound, layout and material choices, it shows how small design decisions can reduce

Design in Mental Health

Synopsis

Environments shape how care is experienced, yet sensory needs are often overlooked.

This session explores how sensory-informed design can be applied across settings — from inpatient and community spaces to education and the home — using simple, practical principles. Focusing on light, sound, layout and material choices, it shows how small design decisions can reduce sensory overload and better support regulation and wellbeing.

The session positions the environment as an active partner in care — improving outcomes through better design.

Speakers

  • Liz Lavender Board Member - Design in Mental Health Network

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