How do our spaces shape our emotions, behaviors, and well-being? In this episode of Design Deep Dive, Dr. Za welcomes Dr. Klarissa Castro, founder of Design Shrink Studios, to explore the emerging field of design psychology.

Dr. Castro blends her background as a clinical therapist with her passion for interior design, helping individuals create spaces that reflect their identity, history, and emotional needs. Through her work in residential and commercial design, she applies a trauma-informed approach to ensure that spaces are not only aesthetically pleasing but also psychologically supportive.In this episode:

• How design psychology integrates therapy and interior design
• The importance of a trauma-informed approach when creating spaces
• How our past environments shape our sense of home
• The process of spatial case conceptualization to design emotionally supportive spaces
• Why collaboration between designers and psychologists is essential for holistic design

Connect with Dr. Castro:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/designshrink_studios/

Website: https://www.designshrinkstudios.com/

Connect with Dr. Za:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/designwithdr.za/

Book a Design Psychology Consult Call: https://suzan-ahmed.clientsecure.me