The Art (and Science) of Senior Living: Technology + Neuroarchitecture Written by Emily Hamrin
Beneath Corso Atlanta’s curving lines and intimate social spaces is more than art. Using technology to measure how the built environment impacts behavior and wellbeing, parent company Galerie Living is developing wellness environments that promote physical, mental, and social health.
Led by Director of Design Steven Markey’s dedication to authenticity and beauty, Corso Atlanta’s neoclassical architecture has garnered attention and accolades from local and national organizations. While its architectural beauty is evident, the lesser-known theories and technology beneath Corso’s surface are equally as sophisticated. Neuroartchitecture studies “the relationship between brain processes and architectural environments and their impact on the emotional and physical health of people”(1). With advancements in wearable and sensor technologies, neuroscientists and psychologists can study the immediate and long-term effects of the environment on mood, behavior, cognition, and more (2). Understanding the human impacts of the built environment is critical for designing intelligent spaces that promote people’s wellbeing.
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