Kati Peditto

In late September, integrated design firm DLR announced Kati Peditto Ph.D., EDAC, as their new senior design researcher. Peditto, public speaker and design psychologist with a concentration in inclusive design and neurodiversity, will bring her scholarship and experience to bridge the gap between in-depth research and the application of design solutions. 

“I look forward to collaborating with DLR Group’s integrated design teams in creating K-12 schools, higher education campuses, and workplaces as environments that nurture mental health and well-being and make learning fun and inclusive,” said Dr. Peditto. 

Before joining DLR, Peditto co-authored “The Blueprint for the Mind: Creating Neuroinclusive Architectural Spaces,” a toolkit for designers that details how to curate spaces with the experience, comfort, and empowerment of the neurodiverse community in mind. The guide cites from almost 100 peer-reviewed articles surrounding psychology, design, and neuroscience, further exemplifying Peditto’s expertise in using results to strengthen the human experience.