About this episode

This episode explores how sensory design affects the nervous system and well-being, featuring insights from consultant Lauren Henry.

In this episode of The Play Base Podcast , host Frances Fishman is joined by Lauren Henry , a sensory design consultant whose work challenges how we think about interior design, regulation, and well-being. What begins as a conversation about “sensory rooms” quickly expands into a deeper exploration of how color, lighting, sound, scent, texture, and space directly impact the nervous system , often without us realizing it. Lauren explains how sensory design goes far beyond aesthetics, helping individuals, families, and communities create environments that actively support focus, regulation, sleep, productivity, and emotional safety. From children with autism and ADHD to adults with trauma, PTSD, or chronic stress, this episode reveals how our environments can either dysregulate us, or help us heal. A powerful conversation for parents, educators, clinicians, designers, and anyone curious about why certain spaces feel calming, overwhelming, or “off,” and how small, intentional changes can make a profound difference. Connect with The Play Base 🌐 Website: www.us.theplaybase.com 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theplaybase/ 🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theplaybase…

People in this episode

Host: Frances Fishman

Guest: Lauren Henry

Topics covered

• sensory design
• nervous system
• interior design
• well-being
• environmental impact
• focus and regulation

Keywords

• sensory rooms
• color
• lighting
• sound
• texture
• emotional safety
• ADHD
• autism
• trauma

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Play Base, PodPopuli Media, laurenhenrysensorydesign.com

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