Articles & Industry White Papers
This section brings together articles and industry white papers that reflect my contribution to wider conversations around colour, inclusive design and wellbeing within the built environment.
The content explores how research, guidance and practical insight can be applied to real projects — including my involvement in industry publications focused on neurodivergent-friendly design and inclusive environments.
I use this space to share insight, contribute to wider industry conversations and highlight learning that may be useful for architects, designers and anyone interested in more human-centred approaches to design.
Some of the publications and media linked here were produced as part of my role at Dulux Trade, alongside independent writing and learning shared in my own professional capacity.
Industry White Paper: Biophilic Design (March 2025)
A contribution to the Current Thinking & Approaches to Biophilic Design white paper, examining how colour, natural materials and sustainable design principles can support wellbeing and productivity within interior environments.
Industry White Paper: Designing for Neurodivergent People (June 2024)
A contribution to an industry white paper examining how colour, texture and material choices influence sensory experience, with a focus on creating more supportive and inclusive interiors for autistic people and other neurodivergent individuals.
Architecture Today – Ask the Expert: Colour & Inclusive Design (December 2024)
An expert article exploring the role of colour in inclusive design, examining how thoughtful colour decisions can support accessibility, clarity and everyday usability within interior environments.
Architects’ Datafile – Using Colour to Create Inclusive Spaces (September 2024)
An article examining how considered colour decisions can support inclusivity, improve accessibility and enhance wellbeing and sensory comfort for a wide range of users within the built environment.
Campus Estates – Firwood High School: A Touch of Colour (June 2024)
A case study exploring how the considered use of colour at Firwood High School supports accessibility, inclusion and wellbeing, helping to create clearer, more supportive learning environments.
PHPD Online – Housing Design: Colours for Living (February 2024)
An article exploring how thoughtful use of colour in housing design can create more welcoming, homely environments, supporting everyday functionality, comfort and wellbeing for residents.
Building Construction Design – Paint: More Than Just Aesthetics (October 2021)
An article examining how considered paint and colour specification can help reduce long-term maintenance costs while supporting tenant wellbeing, demonstrating the practical and social value of colour-led decision-making.
Senator Sketch #6 – A Colour Guide to Office Design (June 2021)
An article exploring the role of colour in workplace design, highlighting the importance of balancing functionality and visual quality to support comfort, focus and effective performance in office environments.
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