Neuroarchitecture and neurodesign

Neuroarchitecture and neurodesign combine neuroscience with architecture, design and AI to create environments that promote health, well-being and productivity. With 70 per cent of the world's population expected to live in cities by 2050, mental health issues are increasing significantly. Research shows that poorly designed environments can create stress and affect memory, emotions and decision-making. Today, vast sums are spent on urban development without structured methods to integrate this knowledge.

RISE measures how the brain responds to design elements and translates this data into concrete architectural solutions. Together with University College London, we run the world's first international centre for neuroarchitecture and neurodesign. We have developed NDIX (NeuroDesign/NeuroArchitecture Index), which quantifies how built environments affect people, using fMRI, EEG and biomarkers. We guide architectural teams throughout the entire project, from concept to finished result, and support municipalities and organisations with strategic guidelines for health-promoting urban development.