Healing Spaces: Papadopoulou in Architectural Digest

An Architectural Digest story focuses on creating healing spaces to help recover from surgery, and the School of Architecture and Design’s Athina Papadopoulou, Ph.D., was among the experts providing insight.

For example, consider that daily tasks can be made easier through simple accessibility modifications. “Unfortunately, beyond requirements for accessibility in public places, as an architect, we often don’t think while we design how anyone at any time can experience difficulties in mobility or other abilities, making our houses hard to live in recovery conditions,” she said. The article also stresses the healing benefits when the senses are incorporated into a space. “Using different textures, materials, and colors can evoke a range of emotional responses and contribute to a space that feels more supportive,” Papadopoulou notes.