DAY 3 SEMINAR • THURSDAY 17 SEPTEMBER • 12.30 – 13.30
Designing for neuroinclusive workplaces: A focus on flooring
RIBA Core Curriculum: Health, safety and wellbeing, Inclusive environments
Knowledge Level: General awareness
This seminar provides design considerations when specifying floor coverings for neuro-inclusive work environments. The presentation starts by explaining what neurodiversity means and the challenges and opportunities neurodivergent employees present for the workplace. It goes on to review the legislation relating to neuro-inclusive design and key sensitivities that architects and designers need to be aware of when designing and specifying floor coverings for a neurodivergent workforce. With example installations, the seminar illustrates how floor coverings can best support the design of neuro-inclusive workspaces.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
1. What neurodiversity means and why it matters for designing workplaces.
2. The relevant standards and legislation relating to the design of neuro-inclusive interiors.
3. The factors that should be considered when specifying floor covering products for a neurodiverse workforce.
4. How the floor plane can best be used as part of a neuro-inclusive interior.
5. How thoughtful design can improve the comfort, focus and efficiency of neurodivergent employees.
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Alex Keappock, Senior Key Account Manager, Milliken
Alex Keappock
With over a decade of experience in commercial interiors, Alex Keappock works closely with architects, designers and end users to help bring ambitious workplace visions to life. Based at the Milliken London Showroom, he specialises in bridging the gap between creative design aspirations and practical flooring solutions that deliver lasting performance, sustainability and commercial value.
Known for his collaborative approach and ability to simplify complex decisions, Alex has built strong partnerships across the architecture and design community, supporting projects from early specification through to delivery. His expertise lies in helping clients navigate everything from product selection and budget considerations to sustainability requirements and long-term operational performance.
Throughout his career, Alex has contributed to a number of high-profile projects, including Citibank in Canary Wharf with TP Bennett, GSK’s London headquarters with Penson, and Bank of America with TP Bennett. He is particularly passionate about demonstrating how sustainable design principles, reuse strategies and circular thinking can be integrated into commercial interiors without compromising aesthetics or functionality.
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Clients often turn to Alex for his strategic mindset, deep industry knowledge and ability to connect the right people to solve challenges effectively. Whether supporting workplace, hospitality or large-scale commercial projects, his focus remains the same: helping clients make confident decisions that create better experiences for the people who use the spaces.
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Alex is based at the Milliken London Showroom, where he works closely with the architecture and design community to support projects, share industry insight and explore new opportunities around workplace performance, sustainability and user experience.
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"Great workplaces are about more than aesthetics. They should support performance, wellbeing and experience, and it's rewarding to help clients bring that vision to life."
– Alex Keappock