What actually makes a space feel good? Why do curves soothe us, or natural textures ground us? And can design really change how we think, feel, and behave?
In this episode of In Light of It All, we’re joined by neuroscientist and wellbeing specialist Saskia Wheeler, who opens the door to the fascinating world of neuroaesthetics—the science of how beauty affects the brain.
Together, we explore why our bodies crave natural materials, why cities can wear us down, and how the design of a room (even its lighting, texture, and proportion) can trigger everything from stress to serenity. Saskia shares insights from her research and life—from barefoot sensory installations in Berlin to the emotional power of architecture—and reveals how designers, architects, and all of us can create more nourishing spaces.
This one’s for anyone who wants to understand why good design isn’t just nice to have—it’s deeply human.
What actually makes a space feel good? Why do curves soothe us, or natural textures ground us? And can design really change how we think, feel, and behave?In this episode of In Light of It All, we’re joined by neuroscientist and wellbeing specialist Saskia Wheeler, who opens the door to the fascinating world of neuroaesthetics—the science of how beauty affects the brain.Together, we explore why our bodies crave natural materials, why cities can wear us down, and how the design of a room (even its lighting, texture, and proportion) can trigger everything from stress to serenity.Saskia shares insights from her research and life—from barefoot sensory installations in Berlin to the emotional power of architecture—and reveals how designers, architects, and all of us can create more nourishing spaces.This one’s for anyone who wants to understand why good design isn’t just nice to have—it’s deeply human.LINKS:The Light Within Us – Book by Xander CadischExploring the neuroscience of light, emotion, and biophilic design.https://www.lighttribe.co.uk/bookJoin Light Tribe – Research, talks, and thought leadership on lighting and human-centric designhttps://tinyurl.com/Light-Tribe-by-Phos CONNECT WITH SASKIA:LinkedIn: ttps://www.linkedin.com/in/saskiawheelerInstagram: neuro.aesthetic