Evidence-Based Design for Creative Interior Spaces

A course by Donald M. Rattner , Architect and Author

Architect and Author. Greenwich, United States.
Joined November 2021

Learn to use scientific research to design and optimize interior spaces that foster creativity, collaboration, and innovation

100% positive reviews (18)
998 students
Audio: English
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Learn to use scientific research to design and optimize interior spaces that foster creativity, collaboration, and innovation

“Built space can literally change the way we humans think, feel, and act, including our ability to be creative”

Evidence-based design is the art of optimizing a physical space using scientific research for the best possible arrangement. Award-winning architect and author Donald Rattner has written two books on the subject, including the bestseller My Creative Space: How to Design Your Home to Stimulate Ideas and Spark Innovation, and his work has been featured on CNN, as well as in numerous publications like The New York Times.

In this online course, learn to combine scientific research with design to build creative work environments. Donald teaches you how to optimize the visual, physical, and ambient features of any space to drive innovation, collaboration, and out-of-the box thinking. Ready to discover the possibilities of evidence-based design?

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What will you learn in this online course?

19 lessons & 38 downloads

Defining Creativity
6 minutes, 25 seconds
Evidence-Based Design
9 minutes, 30 seconds
Color
12 minutes, 46 seconds
Color and Space
7 minutes, 6 seconds
Posture
6 minutes, 54 seconds
  • 100% positive reviews (18)
  • 998 students
  • 19 lessons (2h 17m)
  • 38 additional resources (5 files)
  • Online and at your own pace
  • Available on the app
  • Audio: English
  • English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
  • Level: Beginner
  • Unlimited access forever

What is this course's project?

Develop a plan to transform an interior space into an inspiring creative environment applying the concepts of evidence-based design.

Who is this online course for?

Anyone who wants to learn how to optimize their workspace or other areas to boost creativity and innovation.

Requirements and materials

No previous design experience is required.

For materials, you just need whatever tools you want to use to document your space and develop your design plan.


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998 Students
18 Reviews
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Donald M. Rattner

A course by Donald M. Rattner

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Architect and Author

Donald Rattner is an award-winning architect and author. After earning a master’s of architecture from Princeton, he quickly found a job in the field, and later went on to build his own firm. The turning point in his career came when, while doing research for a project, he discovered the idea that our physical surroundings can influence our creative capacity. Since then, he’s been devoted to exploring this relationship and making his findings accessible to everyone.

Donald has published two books on the subject: The Creativity Catalog and the Amazon Bestseller My Creative Space: How to Design Your Home to Stimulate Ideas and Spark Innovation. His academic and professional work have been featured on CNN and in publications such as The New York Times, Work Design Magazine, Town & Country, and Brooklyn Magazine, among others. He also shares his knowledge on space design and creativity in university classrooms, workshops, and talks.


Content

  • U1

    Introduction

    • About Me
    • Influences
  • U2

    Creativity and Design Psychology

    • Defining Creativity
    • Evidence-Based Design
  • U3

    Design Triggers by Appearance

    • Color
    • Color and Space
    • Ceiling Height, Views, and Artwork
  • U4

    Furnishings

    • Posture
    • Orientation
    • Shape
    • Arrangement
  • U5

    Biophilic Design

    • Design and Nature
    • Beauty and the Brain
  • U6

    Design Triggers by Ambience and Action

    • Lighting Intensity
    • Lighting Color
    • Sound
    • Programming Creativity
  • U7

    Creative Space Case Studies

    • Using Design Triggers in Combination
    • A Portfolio of Creative Spaces
  • FP

    Final project

    • Evidence-Based Design for Creative Interior Spaces

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    Learn valuable methods and techniques explained by top experts in the creative sector.

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    Each expert teaches what they do best, with clear guidelines, true passion, and professional insight in every lesson.

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  • Share knowledge and ideas

    Ask questions, request feedback, or offer solutions. Share your learning experience with other students in the community who are as passionate about creativity as you are.

  • Connect with a global creative community

    The community is home to millions of people from around the world who are curious and passionate about exploring and expressing their creativity.

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Evidence-Based Design for Creative Interior Spaces. Architecture, and Spaces course by Donald M. Rattner

Evidence-Based Design for Creative Interior Spaces

A course by Donald M. Rattner
Architect and Author. Greenwich, United States.
Joined November 2021
  • 100% positive reviews (18)
  • 998 students