White Papers

School Architects and innovative school design

Neuro Architecture

Health, Happiness & Learning

White Paper for the Association for Learning Environments

By Dr. Parul Minhas, Prakash Nair, AIA, and Louis Sirota, AIA

This white paper explores the intersection of neuroscience and architecture (neuroarchitecture) and its role in creating healthier, happier learning environments that optimize student outcomes.

School Architects and innovative school design

Biophilic Design

Learning Spaces Inspired by Nature

White Paper for the Association for Learning Environments

By Prakash Nair, AIA, Dr. Parul Minhas, and Karin Nakano

This publication delves into the concept of Biophilic Design in learning spaces, illustrating how the natural environment can inspire educational settings to enhance learning and well-being.

School Architects and innovative school design

The Design of Learning Environments

To Promote Student Health & Well-being

White Paper for the Association for Learning Environments

By Dr. Parul Minhas, with Prakash Nair, AIA

In this white paper, the authors discuss how the design of learning environments can be instrumental in promoting student health and well-being, contributing to more effective and holistic education.

School Architects and innovative school design

Outdoor Learning

Leave the Classroom Behind

White Paper for the Association for Learning Environments

By Prakash Nair, AIA, with Roni Zimmer Doctori and Dr. Gary Stager

This publication explores the benefits of outdoor learning, offering insights into why and how schools should incorporate the outdoors into their curriculum, thereby stepping beyond traditional classroom-based education.