Previously, we learned about the future trends and importance of neuroinclusive workplaces through the Neurodiversity Handbook. In this article, we will follow the different presentations of Milliken flooring products to interpret some considerations for a neurodiverse work environment from a visual perspective.
Designing a neuro-inclusive work environment from a color environment perspective needs to be considered as follows
1. Highly saturated red, blue and yellow should be avoided as much as possible.
2. Two bright colors or fluorescent colors on the opposite side of the color wheel
Using it at the same time will produce a flickering or moving effect that will dazzle people.
3. The colors and textures in nature are calming and soothing
4. Pastel tones will soothe people
5. Integrate the low-irritation color scheme throughout, and carefully create specific areas with high irritation
6. Patterns (such as biological forms) that appear in nature will produce visual noise.
7. The most common color disorder is red-green color blindness.
1 in 12 males and 1 in 200 females).
8. Adults with ADHD have difficulty identifying blue and yellow.
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Different product designs can be found that are suitable for neurodiversity.
A diagram to understand the space of a neurodiverse work environment.
Highly sensitive space——Minimize sensory stimulation as much as possible
Weakly sensitive space – sensory stimulation needs to be increased appropriately.
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Quiet Focused spaces are not just personal spaces, sometimes people need companionship without noise, so the library area can be a great place to play in this situation. Similarly, not all places where people work or gather need to be free of patterns and colors. Some areas can be selected in medium or high intensity colors to breathe life into work and collaboration.
Reduce visual "noise".
Lively and quiet areas are carefully designed to provide diversity and choice. Shapes and curves that mimic natural biological forms are less visually apparent"Noise", which is thought to be the result of human evolution in nature.
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Neurodivergent brains may have lower contrast sensitivity. The higher-contrast design provides better support for color blindness and many healthy and normal brains. For example, using a higher-contrast design in a conference room or studio can help evoke the vitality of a neurodivergent.
Soft space
Stylish hard surfaces such as metal, glass and stone can increase reverberation and noise levels. Carpet has become the soft material of choice in areas with mixed finishes, helping to improve the acoustics of the space.
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Visual focus
If some important areas, such as the reception area, are not at the regular "starting point", consider using the flooring colors of the adjacent main spaces to create a contrasting color scheme to help prevent confusion and getting lost.
Clear navigation
Some people with divergent nerves struggle to make direct eye contact with people, and prefer to lower their heads even when walking. Mixing different types of products together to specify a clear path of travel helps navigate and reduces unnecessary traffic in the workspace.
Sound visualization
Consider the expected noise level as part of the spatial description: color-coded the "noisy busy" zone and"Quiet isolation"area to help colleagues navigate. Milliken also offers products with acoustic advantages to better serve the needs of diverse spaces.
Reduce distractions.
Visual content should be reduced in areas that require concentration or in areas that are rich in information, such as displays, signage, or transition spaces. Choosing a neutral style with bright tones, strong contrasts, and fewer patterns is an easy way to reduce the visual content of your space.
Create a microenvironment.
Tailor tiny spaces to allow people to find their own level of visual stimulation. Some enclosed rooms for meetings or solo work can provide moderate or high stimulation options for those who are suitable for higher stimulation levels.
InMillikenIn the products, you can find a variety of inclusive and low-key to highly individualized spatial expressions, not to mention a number of collections that can bring more functionality. The rich color and pattern variations can better support the shaping of neurodiverse work environments, creating a neuro-inclusive workplace with a more humane experience in the future.