Designing Calmer Homes: Sensory-Friendly Spaces for Autistic and ADHD Families

Welcome to another inspiring episode of The CrazyFitnessGuy® Show, hosted by autistic advocate Jimmy Clare. This week, we explore how calming home environments can transform daily life for neurodivergent families. Jimmy is joined by Simon, co-author (with expert interior designer Alina Giode) of an upcoming book on interior design for neurodivergent individuals, including those with autism and ADHD. You'll discover the inspiration behind Simon and Alina's book, created to help families design personalized, peaceful spaces that support sensory needs and communication. They share practical advice on reducing sensory overload, promoting calm, and fostering better connection at home—covering everything from choosing colors and furniture layouts to creating safe, individualized zones that make your home feel like a true haven. If you're an autistic or neurodivergent adult, or you live in a neurodivergent family, this episode offers realistic, sensory-friendly strategies you can start using one small change at a time. Support the show: Support CrazyFitnessGuy: https://www.crazyfitnessguy.com/support/ Follow Jimmy & CrazyFitnessGuy: CrazyFitnessGuy links hub: https://c.f.g.crazyfitnessguy.com/ Jimmy's site: https://jimmy.crazyfitnessguy.com/ Affiliates (these links help support the show): Vista Social: https://bit.ly/jimmy-vistasocial Missinglettr: https://bit.ly/jimmy-recommends-missinglettr Postoplan: https://bit.ly/jimmy-recommends-postoplan Hydro Flask: https://bit.ly/jc-recommends-hydro-flask Leave us a review: Share your feedback about The CrazyFitnessGuy® Show: https://bit.ly/Review-CFG Help support CrazyFitnessGuy: CFG Elite Podcast: https://bit.ly/CFG-Elite-Podcast CrazyFitnessGuy Mall: https://bit.ly/CFG-Mall Support CrazyFitnessGuy directly: https://bit.ly/support-CFG Want to be a guest? Want to be a guest on The CrazyFitnessGuy® Show? Send Jimmy a message on PodMatch: https://bit.ly/message-cfg-podmatch Fitness disclaimer: For educational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare professional before making any health or fitness changes. Do not rely on this information as a substitute for medical advice.