Applications of Neuroarchitecture in the Design of Interior Spaces to Promote Cognitive Restoration

In recent years, the intersection of neuroarchitecture and interior design of therapeutic spaces has gained significant attention, focusing on creating environments that support mental health and enhance cognitive functioning. Neuroarchitecture is an interdisciplinary field that combines neuroscience and design to investigate how environmental stimuli affect the human brain and to explore their application in designing spaces that reduce stress, improve attention, and stimulate memory. Evidence suggests that therapeutic spaces informed by neuroarchitectural principles can play a crucial role in promoting recovery and enhancing the overall patient experience.This study examines the applicability of neuroarchitectural principles in the design of therapeutic spaces by analyzing the brain’s responses to various sensory stimuli, including lighting, colors, sounds, textures, and spatial layout, and assessing their impact on cognitive processes. Employing a descriptive-analytical approach, the research reviews relevant scientific literature and analyzes design models of therapeutic spaces grounded in neural principles, with the aim of deriving effective design strategies that enhance cognitive and psychological well-being.The study hypothesizes a positive relationship between therapeutic space designs based on neuroarchitectural principles and the stimulation of cognitive functions that support recovery. The significance of this research lies in emphasizing the role of interior design in integrating elements of the built and natural environment to create spaces that foster positive cognitive responses. By providing a design framework informed by neuroscience, the study offers practical guidance for architects and designers to develop therapeutic environments that optimize cognitive engagement, emotional comfort, and the overall effectiveness of patient care.

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Journal of Design Sciences and Applied Arts/Journal of Design Sciences and Applied Arts
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2025-12-30
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https://doi.org/10.21608/jdsaa.2025.416693.1552
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Urban Green Space and Health
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Applications of Neuroarchitecture in the Design of Interior Spaces to Promote Cognitive Restoration

Nehal Nabil Zahra, Abeer Hamed suidan, Doaa Abdel-Rahman Mohamad Goda, Nada Desouky
Journal of Design Sciences and Applied Arts/Journal of Design Sciences and Applied Arts
Urban Green Space and Health
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Applications of Neuroarchitecture in the Design of Interior Spaces to Promote Cognitive Restoration

Nehal Nabil Zahra, Abeer Hamed suidan, Doaa Abdel-Rahman Mohamad Goda, Nada Desouky
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In recent years, the intersection of neuroarchitecture and interior design of therapeutic spaces has gained significant attention, focusing on creating environments that support mental health and enhance cognitive functioning. Neuroarchitecture is an interdisciplinary field that combines neuroscience and design to investigate how environmental stimuli affect the human brain and to explore their application in designing spaces that reduce stress, improve attention, and stimulate memory. Evidence suggests that therapeutic spaces informed by neuroarchitectural principles can play a crucial role in promoting recovery and enhancing the overall patient experience.This study examines the applicability of neuroarchitectural principles in the design of therapeutic spaces by analyzing the brain’s responses to various sensory stimuli, including lighting, colors, sounds, textures, and spatial layout, and assessing their impact on cognitive processes. Employing a descriptive-analytical approach, the research reviews relevant scientific literature and analyzes design models of therapeutic spaces grounded in neural principles, with the aim of deriving effective design strategies that enhance cognitive and psychological well-being.The study hypothesizes a positive relationship between therapeutic space designs based on neuroarchitectural principles and the stimulation of cognitive functions that support recovery. The significance of this research lies in emphasizing the role of interior design in integrating elements of the built and natural environment to create spaces that foster positive cognitive responses. By providing a design framework informed by neuroscience, the study offers practical guidance for architects and designers to develop therapeutic environments that optimize cognitive engagement, emotional comfort, and the overall effectiveness of patient care.

Journal of Design Sciences and Applied Arts/Journal of Design Sciences and Applied Arts Vol. 7(1)
Damietta University (EG), Helwan University (EG), October University of Modern Sciences and Arts (EG)
Openalex Percentile: Top 31%
Urban Green Space and Health
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