Natalie Ricci
Founding Advisory Council Member Design Health @University Of Colorado Denver
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WORK HISTORY
Founding Advisory Council Member Design Health @University Of Colorado Denver
Phoenix, AZ, US
Proud to be part of a first-of-its-kind initiative uniting design and health professionals to reshape how environments support well-being. As a founding member of the Design/HEALth Advisory Council, I collaborate with experts across architecture, medicine, psychology, and environmental science to explore how the built environment influences human health at every scale.With a background in interior design and psychology, my research focuses on the neurological and physiological impact of spaces, translating evidence-based insights into design strategies that enhance mental and physical well-being. From rethinking urban spaces to addressing environmental determinants of health, I contribute to forward-thinking solutions that are setting new standards in health-centered design.This initiative represents a paradigm shift in how we design for people and the planet, and I’m honored to be shaping its future.
EDUCATION
Claremont McKenna College
Bachelor's degree, Psychology
Savannah College of Art and Design
Master of Fine Arts - MFA, Interior Architecture
ABOUT NATALIE RICCI
As an Interior Designer working at the intersection of psychology, neuroscience, and design, I am passionate about transforming spaces into catalysts for well-being. I believe the built environment has the power to shape human health, and I am committed to challenging conventional approaches to create spaces that elevate our experiences. By blending cutting-edge research with thoughtful design, I strive to revolutionize how we interact with our surroundings, ultimately crafting environments that foster harmony and support well-being.Publications: Educational Facilities as Healing Environments: This graduate thesis proposes design solutions for schools aimed at reducing the effects of trauma on students and enhancing well-being, recovery, and academic performance through neuroaesthetic and evidence-based design principles. Read it here:https://scad.lunaimaging.com/luna/servlet/s/8j9ojiThe Interplay of Psychology, Physiology, and Architectural Design: An Overview: This peer-reviewed article investigates the relationship between design, psychology, and human health, pushing the boundaries of how we understand and create environments that promote well-being. Read it here: http://jomardpublishing.com/UploadFiles/Files/journals/NDI/V5N2/RicciN.pdfThe Psychological Impact of Architectural Design: My senior thesis at Claremont McKenna, recognized as one of the Top 10 Downloads of All Time on the Scholarship@Claremont platform with over 104,790 downloads, explores how architectural design influences psychological responses. Read it here: https://scholarship.claremont.edu/cmc_theses/1767/
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