Designing for Healing—Neuroaesthetics, Biophilia, and Beauty in Buildings – Ep 69 with Mahwish Syed

In this episode of Better Buildings for Humans, host Joe Menchefski sits down with Mahwish Syed—design visionary, neuroaesthetics expert, and author of Purgatory to Paradise. Together, they explore the intersection of beauty, biology, and building design to create spaces that heal, inspire, and restore balance.

Mahwish shares her transformative journey from cancer survivor to design innovator, revealing how neuroaesthetics and biophilia can shift environments from “purgatory” to “paradise.” She explains how lighting, materials, and even layout impact circadian rhythms, mental health, and overall well-being.

From hospitals to schools, Mahwish offers practical strategies for designing spaces that promote health and connection—balancing sustainability with human-centered design. This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about architecture, wellness, and the future of healing spaces.

More About Mahwish Sayed

Mahwish Syed is a visionary at the intersection of health, healing, and the transformative power of design. At the forefront of New York City design for over two decades, she has orchestrated beauty through unveiling spaces that utilize neuroaesthetics and biophilia to nourish the soul and promote a healthy environment.  

She is an esteemed fashion and interior designer, bestselling author, speaker, and cancer survivor. In her acclaimed book, "Purgatory to Paradise," she unveils the profound influence of beauty as a healing force. Committed to empowering others, she advocates for personal paradises, affirming that genuine beauty is immediate and attainable for all.

CONTACT:

ClaimYourParadise.com msd-ny.com

https://www.instagram.com/mahwish_syed_designs/?hl=enPurgatory to Paradise Book

https://www.claimyourparadise.com/podcast

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