ASPECTSS and Beyond – The Foundations of Neuroinclusive Design
Originally developed for autism-friendly educational environments, the ASPECTSS™ framework has become one of the most influential evidence-based approaches to neuroinclusive design. This session explores the principles behind the framework and examines how concepts such as acoustics, sensory zoning, spatial sequencing, and regulation spaces continue to shape the design of schools, workplaces, healthcare settings, and public environments today.
· Understanding the ASPECTSS framework and its origins in autism-friendly design
· The role of acoustics, sensory zoning, and spatial organisation in supporting wellbeing
· Creating environments that reduce stress, improve predictability, and support self-regulation
· How ASPECTSS principles have influenced wider neuroinclusive design thinking
· Applying lessons from education settings to workplaces and public spaces
