About me

I am an educator and researcher who firmly believes that education and research not only complement but also necessitate each other. My work focuses on the health and well-being of indoor occupants, integrating human-centered design to shape built environments through cognitive, environmental, and cultural knowledge.

Driven by a multidisciplinary approach, my research is dedicated to addressing the evolving needs of communities through compassionate design solutions that create measurable, lasting impacts. I strive to enhance built environments—particularly healthcare spaces—by advancing sustainability and understanding how place influences people and processes.

My research has been published in several peer-reviewed journals, including Journal of Patient Safety, Health Environments Research & Design (HERD), and Sustainability. Additionally, I contribute to the academic community as a reviewer for the Journal of Interior Design and Health Environments Research & Design (HERD) journal.

Contact

arane@uwsp.edu | LinkedIn