Sensory-Friendly Design: Quick Guide to Styling

A room can have beautiful furniture and still feel incomplete. Styling is what bridges that gap.

This guide walks you through how designers choose curtain sizes, arrange throw pillows, hang artwork, and style bookshelves without the visual clutter.

You'll learn the ratios that create balance, the measurements that prevent mistakes, and the formulas that make it look effortless. No more guessing, just rooms that feel done.
I’ve been using the principles in this design guide in client homes, and it’s been a total game-changer. Whether I’m working with neurodiverse families or just helping someone calm the chaos in their space, these tools make it easier to explain sensory concepts, support quicker design decisions, and create homes that truly feel and function better - not just look good.

- Rachel
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR

Rachel Jackson

Rachel Jackson has 20 years of experience as an interior designer and specializes in design for sensory regulation. She runs a neuroinclusive practice for neurodivergent families and collaborates with occupational therapists, therapists, coaches, and organizers.

She has also trained designers in 22 countries and is excited to launch an IDCEC-certified mentorship program in 2026

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