Welcome to the NeuroArchitecture Lab (NAL)

We shape our spaces, and they, in turn, shape our brains, behavior, and well-being. 

Our research investigates how spatial design influences human cognition, emotion, and behavior, focusing on the complex interactions between individuals and their built environments. We recognize that well-designed spaces can enhance human experience, social dynamics, and overall quality of life.

We take a holistic approach to integrating human needs, ecosystems, and sustainability into the design process. Through conceptualization, prototyping, and evaluation, we explore diverse dimensions of spatial design to create environments that go beyond functional requirements, enriching emotional, cognitive, and behavioral experiences. By adopting a human-centered design approach and incorporating sustainable practices, and advanced technologies, we strive to enhance human potential, inspire creativity, and promote harmony with the environment.

Our work emphasizes evidence-based design, leveraging advanced digital technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) and augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR), alongside multimodal psychophysiological measurements, including eye-tracking, electroencephalography (EEG), functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS), galvanic skin response (GSR), and electrocardiography (ECG). These approaches enable us to generate biometric data and derive empirical insights into human–environment interactions across diverse spatial contexts.

Through collaboration with multidisciplinary researchers, industry partners, and international institutions, we conduct funded research that addresses real-world challenges. By integrating theoretical frameworks with practical applications, we aim to develop innovative and inclusive spatial design solutions.

We welcome students, researchers, and professionals interested in designing spaces that support neurocognition, behavior, and well-being to join us in advancing a more sustainable and human-centered future.