Teulo Talks / Architectural Neuroimmunology: Examining the Brain–Body Connection in the Built Environment

Cleo Valentine | Architectural Neuroimmunology: Examining the Brain–Body Connection in the Built Environment

Synopsis: This talk explores how architecture may influence the relationship between brain, body and health. Focusing on architectural form, visual perception and neurophysiological stress, it introduces the emerging field of architectural neuroimmunology and examines potential connections between environmental exposure, stress regulation and immune function, considering the implications for designing healthier environments.

Key learning outcomes:

• Understand the emerging field of architectural neuroimmunology and its relevance to design.
• Recognise how architectural form, pattern and contrast may contribute to visual stress.
• Explore how research on brain–body connections can inform healthier built environments, while recognising the limits of current evidence.

Speaker BIO: Cleo Valentine is a systems designer, neuroarchitectural researcher and research associate at Harvard University, and an affiliate lecturer at the University of Cambridge. Her research investigates the impact of visual exposure to architectural forms on neurophysiological stress responses. Her work aims to establish the field of architectural neuroimmunology and support the creation of a healthier built environment.