Trauma Informed Design is a pillar of inclusive design that focuses on constructing environments that promote a sense of calm, safety, dignity, empowerment, and well-being for all occupants.
Explore our blog where we outline basic principles and considerations for Trauma Informed Design.
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Read the summary of research conducted by Dr. Rachel Drosdick-Sigafoos, The Well Workforce, and Dr. Lauren Gant, Allsteel. This study highlights trauma in the workplace and its effect on the employees who work there. Read statistics from the study and understand how design considerations affect employee well-being.
Trauma Informed Design is a pillar of inclusive design that focuses on constructing environments that “promote a sense of calm, safety, dignity, empowerment, and well-being for all occupants.”
Expand your understanding of trauma informed design
What is Trauma Informed Design?
Understand why trauma is and the importance of Trauma Informed Design. Define dysregulation types.
Considerations to Dissuade Dysregulation
Trauma is almost universal. View considerations to dissuade dysregulation.
Considerations to Promote Reregulation
Dysregulation is always possible. View considerations to promote reregulation when it happens.
A Conversation on Trauma Informed Design
Watch the recording of our expert panel sharing perspectives on Trauma Informed Design and download additional resources.
Pillars of Inclusive Design
Trauma Informed Design is only one consideration of Inclusive Design. The holistic integration of Inclusive Design fosters support for a variety of individual needs, conveys a sense of security, and facilitates the navigation of employees within a workplace. Take a closer look at more facets of Inclusive Design and explore additional digital tools and design applications.