Alex Keappock | Sponsored by Milliken

RIBA Core Curriculum: Health, safety and wellbeing, Inclusive environments

Knowledge Level: General awareness

This seminar provides design considerations when specifying floor coverings for neuro-inclusive work environments. The presentation starts by explaining what neurodiversity means and the challenges and opportunities neurodivergent employees present for the workplace. It goes on to review the legislation relating to neuro-inclusive design and key sensitivities that architects and designers need to be aware of when designing and specifying floor coverings for a neurodivergent workforce. With example installations, the seminar illustrates how floor coverings can best support the design of neuro-inclusive workspaces.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES
1. What neurodiversity means and why it matters for designing workplaces.
2. The relevant standards and legislation relating to the design of neuro-inclusive interiors.
3. The factors that should be considered when specifying floor covering products for a neurodiverse workforce.
4. How the floor plane can best be used as part of a neuro-inclusive interior.
5. How thoughtful design can improve the comfort, focus and efficiency of neurodivergent employees.

Alex Keappock, Senior Key Account Manager, Milliken

Sponsored by Milliken as part of Neuroplaces 2026

By attending this sponsored workshop, you agree that your registration details may be shared with the workshop sponsor for relevant follow-up communications.