What the Best Designers are Reading and Listening To: Career Defining Perspectives on Space by Stansons — Space by Stansons

We’re switching things up in the latest episode of Space by Stansons as host Guy Stanley looks back at some of the best conversations we’ve had on the series so far. From insights on creative thinking, personal development, and workplace design to the playbook on designing neuroinclusive workplaces, this compilation special has it all.

What You’ll Learn

How Disney's Imagineering approach demonstrates the power of detailed, intentional design thinking
Why sensory-inclusive design matters, as explored in "Eyes of the Skin" and its challenge to visual dominance
How to approach workspace design with scientific rigour rather than trending aesthetics
The importance of continuous learning and real-time adaptation in design methodology
Why sharing design knowledge openly advances industry standards and combats "neurowashing"
How evidence-based design decisions directly influence behaviour and work styles

This episode offers a curated collection of must-read books, must-listen podcasts and perspectives that have shaped some of the industry's most innovative minds.

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Episode Highlights

00:00 Intro: Design Inspiration Through Books & Podcasts
00:26 Inside Disney's Imagineering: Creative Excellence in Spatial Design
03:25 Productivity Tools: The Odeer Planning System
04:24 The Daily Stoic: Mindful Design Practice
05:42 Good Vibes: Building Creative Confidence
07:07 Eyes of the Skin: Exploring Sensory Design
08:32 Key Takeaways: Reading Recommendations for Design Professionals

Episode Resources:

Jordy Dent on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordy-d-42374910a/

Jordy’s Recommendation, The Imagineering Story: https://share.google/L0Ens9yfTsz29oDVX

David Jackson on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-jackson-58026611b/

Victoria Dixon on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-dixon-b07b0187/

Victoria’s Recommendation, The Daily Stoic: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Daily-Stoic-Meditations-Perseverance-translations/dp/1781257655/

Ezgi Elitok on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ezgi-elitok-4921a9226

Ezgi’s Recommendation, Good Vibes, Good Life: How Self-Love Is the Key to Unlocking Your Greatness: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Good-Vibes-Life-Self-Love-Unlocking/dp/1788171829/

Tracy Drury on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracy-drury-05556b43/

Tracy’s Recommendation, Eyes of the Skin: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Eyes-Skin-Architecture-Senses-4e/dp/1394200676/

Kay Sargent on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kay-sargent-53b2431

Kay’s Book, Designing Neuroinclusive Workplaces: Advancing Sensory Processing and Cognitive Well-Being in the Built Environment: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Designing-Neuroinclusive-Workplaces-Processing-Environment/dp/1394309333/

Alex Pellew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-pellew-27080640

Alex’s Book, The Idea in You: How to Find It, Build It, and Change Your Life: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Idea-You-Find-Build-Change/dp/0241014832

Guy Stanley on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/guystanley

Learn more about Stansons Group Ltd. here: https://stansons.co.uk

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