The Science Behind Designing Neuroinclusive Workplaces with HOK’s Kay Sargent
Update: 2025-08-04
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In this episode of I Hear Design, host Robert Nieminen sits down with Kay Sargent of HOK to discuss her groundbreaking book, Designing Neuroinclusive Workplaces. Kay explains how neuroinclusive design goes beyond accessibility, tackling sensory and cognitive well-being to create spaces where everyone can perform at their best. She shares personal stories, research-backed strategies, and practical steps organizations can take to accommodate neurodiverse employees—ultimately boosting engagement, innovation, and retention.
Tune in to learn:
- What neuroinclusive design really means and how it differs from universal design
- How small accommodations can have a big impact on performance and well-being
- Why empathy, choice, and intentionality are critical in workplace strategy
- The business case for neuroinclusive environments
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