INTERIOR DESIGN AND CHILDREN WITH ADHD: APPLICATIONS OF NEUROARCHITECTURE IN THE RESIDENTIAL ENVIRONMENT

Abstract

This article presents the application of interior design concepts aimed at meeting the needs of a child with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, highlighting how spatial organization, material selection, color definition and lighting planning can act as supportive agents for child development. The methodology was based on detailed physical surveys, preliminary studies, body mapping and zoning by time of permanence, resulting in the reorganization of the residential environment to promote autonomy, safety and well being. The results showed that the use of soft colors, controlled lighting, furniture scaled to the child’s reach and the integration of natural elements contribute to reducing excessive stimuli, improving family interaction and providing greater predictability in the domestic routine. It is concluded that the application of neuroarchitecture and child ergonomics principles transforms the home into a therapeutic support space, elevating interior design to a resource with a positive impact on the lives of children with ADHD.