welcome to my journal
A journal by Alleyne & Co. Designs exploring the relationship between the spaces we inhabit and the lives we lead.
Here you'll find reflections on design, neuroarchitecture, wellbeing and our connection to nature, alongside the everyday moments that make life meaningful — the garden, the kitchen, a walk that clears your head.
Some writing is grounded in design science; some comes from simply paying attention to the world around us. All are connected by a belief that our surroundings matter, and that the places we live, work and gather can enrich our experience of life.
Your Nervous System And Sleep
Most of us have optimized our sleep with some intention; consistent bedtimes, screens off, no caffeine after 2pm. But there is a layer of the conversation that gets overlooked: the environment you are sleeping, working, and living in. Your home is not a neutral backdrop to your life. It is an active participant in it.