For over twenty years, scientists have been discovering connections between our physical surroundings and the creative mind. Written by a noted architect, My Creative Space is the first book to turn this rich trove of psychological research into practical techniques for shaping a home that will boost your creativity.

Here's a sampling of the techniques you'll learn about:

• Which colors lead to peak creative performance
• How furniture affects idea flow
• Pros and cons of messy versus neat environments
• Optimal lighting and noise levels for achieving insights
• How memorabilia can break creative logjams
• Why ceiling height matters
• Which scents improve creative problem solving
• And more

Whether you pursue creativity for pleasure or profit, whether you're a writer, entrepreneur, work in a creative industry, or simply enjoy doing creative things, this book will help you do them better. No prior expertise in design psychology required

*Winner, 2019 Gold Medal Award, Nonfiction Authors Association