Designing a sensory room can be a lengthy process, and many areas need to be considered to produce the best possible environment for the user. It's worth investigating how to incorporate certain elements, such as bubble tubes when planning a multisensory room.
Experia USA supplies a selection of specialized lights, mirrors, and bubble tubes for sensory rooms. These will help you create the most immersive, beneficial experience for your requirements. We can also help answer any questions you have, like 'how does a bubble tube work?' or 'what are the benefits of bubble tubes?'.
Designing a Sensory Room
Before you order your sensory equipment, you must think about your existing space. You should have bare walls to limit unnecessary distraction. In addition to this, they should be painted a neutral color, preferably white. This is best for projecting images and lights, and it's also relaxing for the user. If you don't choose white, make sure that your room color isn't too bright as this can cause overstimulation.
Lighting and Visual Effects
Once your walls are ready, it's time to start thinking about the design of your sensory room. We recommend that you use a bubble tube or bubble wall as your main piece of sensory room equipment, with the addition of fiber optic lighting for further visual effects. If you decide to invest in a bubble tube, you'll also need to adopt a maintenance regimen to keep it in tiptop condition.
Create fascinating, immersive reflections with the addition of a mirror ball. You can also include a projector and effects wheels to produce some very cool themes and stories. They can be interactive, remote-controlled or set to a certain color or pattern. These visual tools are designed to orientate and calm the nervous system simultaneously. Changing colors can also improve visual tracking skills and awareness skills while relaxing the user and decreasing stress levels.
Sensory Sound Systems
The sound system used in a sensory room can regulate the responses of those with hypersensitive or hyposensitive auditory difficulties or auditory processing disorders.
A sensory room can have a significant effect on the auditory system through the use of soothing sounds, music and interactive sound panels.
Tactile Experiences
Experia USA has a wide selection of tactile products to help users control and fully experience their environment. Although we design the majority of our equipment to be touch-friendly, stimulators like our panels, screens, or bubble tubes for sensory rooms are great for experiencing and developing cause and effect. In addition to these, you can use a ball pool as a full body massage or add vibro-acoustic furniture to engage a full-body response.
The Benefits of Aromatherapy
Aromatherapy can instantly create a calm or alerting mood within your sensory room. Fragrances like citrus and peppermint can be used to stimulate individuals, whereas for others, smells like lavender and sage can be used to calm. Using diffusers can really impact the "feel" in your room. For some, the smell of the room may be the first sensation that is registered, making it a vital element to include.
The Addition of Controlled Movement
A well-designed sensory room should also incorporate equipment designed for controlled movement. When we experience something in the environment through our sensory systems, it is crucial for our development that we process the information with our bodies and muscles. Controlled movement can help with processing this information, developing essential motor skills and hand to eye coordination. Key pieces of equipment which can be used for this include balance beams, rocking boards, and swings.
Learn more
For more information or assistance with your sensory room design, please don't hesitate to get in touch. If you'd like to know more about sensory bubble tubes, please read our collection of blog posts on bubble tubes. A member of our friendly team will be happy to offer support based on your requirements.
