{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/657b32c48f98e20016664592/69e79f1d23929c3a2a63ce37?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Neurodivergent-Friendly Design: How to Build Spaces That Support Your Brain","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/657b32c48f98e20016664592/1776787207993-063215e9-9f35-4b3c-a9d9-b9c1c6c5f83d.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Pablo Lambrechts, Architect and Director at L+ Architects, joins Ben to explore something most of us feel but rarely question - the impact our environment has on our nervous system.</p><p><br></p><p>Drawing on his work designing neurodiversity-informed spaces (including Google HQ), Pablo explains how light, sound, layout and materials can either support regulation or quietly work against it.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>This isn’t about aesthetics - it’s about how spaces shape behaviour, focus and wellbeing. Together, they unpack biophilic design, and why many schools, workplaces and homes are unintentionally disabling for neurodivergent people.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Pablo also shares simple, practical changes that can make an immediate difference, without big budgets.</p><p><br></p><p>Join us at&nbsp;<a href=\"http://hidden20.org/donate\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">hidden20.org/donate</a>.</p><p>________</p><p><br></p><p>Host: Ben Branson</p><p>Production Manager: Phoebe De Leiburné</p><p>Video Editor: James Scriven</p><p>Social Media Manager: Charlie Young</p><p>Music: Jackson Greenberg</p><p>Head of Marketing: Kristen Fuller</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>The Hidden 20% is a charity founded by AuDHD entrepreneur, Ben Branson.</p><p><br></p><p>Our mission is simple: To change how the world sees neurodivergence.</p><p>No more stigma. No more shame. No more silence.</p><p><br></p><p>1 in 5 people are neurodivergent. That’s 1.6 billion of us - yet too many are still excluded, misunderstood, or left without support.</p><p><br></p><p>To break the cycle, we amplify voices, challenge myths, and keep showing up. Spotlighting stories, stats and hard truths. Smashing stereotypes through honest voices, creative campaigns and research that can’t be ignored.Every month, over 50,000 people turn to The Hidden 20% to feel safe, seen and to learn about brilliant brains.</p><p><br></p><p>With your support, we can reach further, grow louder, and keep fighting for the 1 in 5 who deserve more.</p><p><br></p><p>Join us at&nbsp;<a href=\"http://hidden20.org/donate\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">hidden20.org/donate</a>.</p><p><br></p><p>Become a monthly donor.</p><p>Be part of our community where great minds think differently.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Brought to you by charity The Hidden 20% #1203348</p><p>______________</p><p><br></p><p>Follow &amp; subscribe…</p><p><br></p><p>Website: www.hidden20.org</p><p>Instagram / TikTok / Youtube / X: @Hidden20charity</p><p>Ben Branson @seedlip_ben</p><p>Pablo Lambrechts <a href=\"https://lplusarchitects.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://lplusarchitects.com/</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>If you'd like to support The Hidden 20%, you can buy a \"green dot\" badge at https://www.hidden20.org/thegreendot/p/badge. All proceeds go to the charity.</p>","author_name":"The Hidden 20%"}