Designing for Neurodiverse Children: A Call for Inclusive Spaces | Kajal Gaba

Children’s Spaces Specialist Kajal Gaba addresses the design ethos of environments that nurture development, adaptability, and emotional health for neurodiverse individuals. Neurodiversity celebrates the vast spectrum of how human brains function, encompassing conditions like autism spectrum disorder (ASD), ADHD, and learning disabilities. Yet, despite the growing number of neurodiverse children, most spaces fail to accommodate their unique sensory and cognitive needs. This oversight is not just a gap in design—it’s a missed opportunity to create environments that foster learning, comfort, and well-being. Here, it becomes important to understand the difference between neurotypical and neurodivergent individuals. Whilst neurotypical individuals process information […]