Sensible Design

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Sensible Design

Creating Spaces for Sensory Wellness and Belonging

Design, Industrial and commercial arts, illustration Health, illness and addiction: social aspects Social welfare and social services Child, developmental and lifespan psychology Public administration Regional, state and other local government

Authors: Serida Lucrezia Catalano, Victor Santiago Pineda

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Collection: Social Sciences

Language: English

Published by: Palgrave Macmillan

Published on: 16th February 2026

Format: LCP-protected ePub

ISBN: 9783032103666


Introduction

This book blends theory, practice, and international standards to introduce a new paradigm that extends Universal Design to fully embrace the wide spectrum of human sensory experiences and preferences.

It provides a comprehensive roadmap for creating environments that are not only accessible but also emotionally and psychologically restorative, life-enhancing, and attuned to the breadth of human sensory perception.

Practical Strategies

Showcasing practical strategies for architects, planners, designers, policymakers, organizational leaders, and educators, each chapter offers rich visual case studies and actionable tools, making this volume both a scholarly resource and a practical guide.

Design Philosophy

Sensible designers are encouraged to shape spaces that cultivate emotional resonance and well-being—amid the rise of climate change, intelligent systems, and the profound transformations reshaping society.

Target Audience

An essential resource for professionals and students in design, architecture, planning, disability studies, and public policy, Sensible Design speaks to anyone committed to shaping sensory-responsive environments and advancing a future where belonging and human connection are at the center of the built world.

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