When Design Heals: How Interior Design Shapes Health

Supported by High Point by Design, Science in Design® brings you...

"When Design Heals: How Interior Design Shapes Health"

We just added something major to our event that you’re not going to want to miss.

ANNOUNCING: TV DESIGN COMPETITION

Exclusive Insider Access:

Meet the casting judges for Go Natural Living & The High Point Project

By partnering with Giuli Schact, Executive Producer of The High Point Project, you'll get the first opportunity to meet the casting judges for Go Natural Living, a new TV design competition filming in High Point this November. This biophilic design competition focuses on transforming real homes through nature-inspired designs that enhance health, comfort, and environmental connection.

When Design Heals attendees get an insider advantage. You'll be in the room with the casting judges and get the insider’s scoop on the show’s casting criteria and creative vision.

You'll be in the room with the casting judges.

🎥 Cameras roll in November 2025. Don’t miss your chance to get the inside scoop.

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EDUCATION

Morning Sessions- Science, Neuroaesthetics, Fractals

Afternoon Sessions- Marketing, Messaging, Case Studies

Interior designers have long understood, intuitively, that the spaces they create evoke feelings of joy, calm, and connection. The interplay of color, texture, light, art, and patterns transforms homes into sanctuaries. Today, scientific research affirms what designers have always known—beautiful, well-designed environments profoundly influence human health and wellbeing.

When Design Heals explores this powerful convergence of science and design. This immersive, full-day experience empowers design professionals with evidence-based insights and practical strategies to elevate their practice and impact. The program features scholars and academics in design and wellness who are shaping the future of interiors as tools for healing.

When Design Heals: How Interior Design Shapes Health

Event Agenda

Morning Session

Keynote Presentation: The Biophilic Brain: How Beauty and Biophilia Impact Brain Health

Jennifer Walsh

Biophilic Expert and Neuroscience Advisor

Strategic Advisor, Penn Center for Neuroaesthetics, University of Pennsylvania, Faculty Advisor, Brain Health Initiative, Harvard University, Educational Speaker (The Global Wellness Real Estate Symposium, The Biophilic Leadership Summit, Harvard University, AIA Boston)

Discover how beauty and biophilia impact brain health and overall well-being through neuroscience-informed design strategies.

In addition, Jennifer will unveil her exciting new initiative, "Natural Intelligence for Women: A Revolutionary Leadership Program"...a bold, empowering journey designed to help women lead with authenticity, resilience, and a deep connection to their natural wisdom. As Jennifer powerfully states, “It’s time to remember who you are. All women possess deep NATURAL INTELLIGENCE.”

Lori Weitzner

COLOR SYNESTHETICALLY: How Color Can Impact Our State of Well-being

Creative Director | Author | Artist | Museum Exhibitor | Educational Speaker(Google XI, Parsons School of Design, SCAD, Pratt Institute, Carnegie Mellon, USC)

Explore how natural color palettes influence emotion and support mental and physical wellness through thoughtful design.

Andrea Keller

The Health Benefits of Fractal Patterning

Past Professor of Architecture and Design, University of Southern California

Co-Founder, Star Tile (Speaker at NEOCON, ICFF)

Learn how fractal patterns found in nature can be translated into interior spaces to reduce stress and enhance healing.

Afternoon Session

Marketing, Messaging & Science in Your Business Model

Ericka Saurit

Founder, Saurit Creative, Founder, Marketing School for Creatives; (Speaker—BOH, HPMKT, HPXD)

Understand how to integrate scientific insight into your marketing, branding, and design messaging to elevate client trust and engagement.

Justin Alves, Head of Design, Jola

Designing with Science in Mind: Website Strategies

Gain practical tips for incorporating neuroscience and biophilic principles into digital design for a more engaging, wellness-focused online presence.

Real-World Applications: Designer Success Stories

Moderated by Andrea Lillo

Editor, Designers Today

Be inspired by three Science in Design® Certified designers, Stancil Wlson, Lucky Lumpkin, and Gabrielle Kozhukh-Joo as they share their journeys in applying science-backed design strategies to create impactful, healing environments….and more profitable businesses!

Designers will leave with:

• A deeper understanding of the measurable health impacts of design
• Tools to confidently position themselves as an alternative health resource
• Inspiration and confidence to lead with innovation, purpose, and credibility