The density of the intensity

This is part of my BA, I call it the density of intensity.

The density of the intensity is important to consider when designing for neurodiversity. At least thats what my conclusion is.

We who are neurodivergent are not only sensitive to high intense areas. We also need more time to process information.

But cafés are mostly not designed with that in mind. You have to process al the information there is, right in the moment where space is most loud, bright and intense.

A better way would be to create a space with low density of intensity.
This you can achieve with different methods:

• You can create a website with information about your caffe and the menu. This way your café becomes more predictable and your guests can prepare before the visit.
• You can invert the café, with the kitchen visible at the entrance. This way guests will be prepared on what type of sounds and smells they will experience.
• You can create different types of zones. By creating neutral- to high intensity areas, your guests can choose what type of sensory they are to experience.
• You can emphasize, with the materials in your space, on what type of space it is. This way your guest are not surprised in what they will experience.

This is just some of the things you can do.