Why Neurodivergent is Not a Trend with Kelly Colón — The Trend Report - Insights on Office Furniture, Contract Interiors & Workplace Design

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Kelly Colón shares her expertise in neurodivergent-friendly design and shows how designing with all brain types in mind can improve spaces for everyone. She challenges the traditional ways our industry approaches built environments, pointing out how standard designs often overlook neurodivergent individuals—and offers practical solutions for creating more inclusive spaces.

Listen to learn more about:

Executive functioning - it includes skills like planning, problem solving, organizing, and working memory
The skills neurodivergent individuals often struggle with
Why designing for neurodivergent individuals requires a basic understanding about how different brains function
Why small design choices (like glass staircases without visual reference points) can make spaces unusable for some
How creating neuro-inclusive environments accommodates the needs of all
Understanding that there are no codified protections for neurodivergent individuals
Why the contract interiors industry can make a huge impact for the neurodivergent community through education and considering of their needs

Visit Kelly's website or connect with her on social media to learn more about executive function coaching and creating neuro-affirming environments.

Connect with Kelly:

Eledex Coaching & Consulting - https://www.eledexconsulting.com/|
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellycolon/
Email - kcolon@eledexconsulting.com
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/eledexllc/

Life Interrupted: When life has to pivot overnight; how will you navigate the uncertainty of what's next? by Kelly Colón

https://www.amazon.com/Life-Interrupted-overnight-navigate-uncertainty/dp/B0BFTMJHGM

The Trend Report is your inside look at the people, products and ideas shaping the future of workplace design. We explore the evolving world of contract interiors, office furniture, and workplace design. From the interior design industry to commercial furniture and the future of work, we share insights, trends, and strategies that keep the office furniture industry and the interior design community informed and inspired.

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