Sound isn’t just something we hear, it’s something that shapes our physiology, influencing our thoughts, feelings, actions… and even our capacity to heal

In his second appearance on The Aligned Interior, renowned sound expert and author Julian Treasure returns to explore the profound role sound plays in shaping our environments, our bodies, and our lives.

We explore how sound, vibration, and frequency shape our well-being, from the rooms we design to the cities and bodies we inhabit. Together, we examine how sound affects us socially, our learning, focus, nervous system regulation, healing and so much more.

This expansive dialogue bridges the history of sound, interior design, vibrational medicine, plant communication and planetary frequencies. Reminding us that sound connects us all, and that it’s a powerful tool for facilitating harmony in our bodies, lives, and environments.

🌀 Julian Treasure is a leading voice in sound, communication, and acoustic design. He’s the author of Sound Business and How to Be Heard, and his newest book, Sound Affects: How Sound Shapes Our Lives, Our Well-Being, and Our Planet. With TED Talks reaching over 150 million views, Julian’s work continues to shape how we design for, and with, the ears.

• (0:00) Introduction

• (2:35) About Julian & His New Book. The inspiration behind Sound Affects
• (7:10) The History of Sound in Humanity. Speaking, listening & the evolution of noise
• (17:21) Sound & The Nervous System. Exploring the impact of everyday noise on well-being and how to create spaces that support nervous system regulation
• (25:15) Sound, Multisensory Design & Superadditivity. How sound design can amplify emotional and sensory impact
• (37:37) Sound, Vibration & Frequency. From cellular biology to cosmic resonance, we explore how sound shapes life at every scale and the potential it holds for healing and design
• (49:38) Sound, Plants & Biophilia. Exploring plant communication and how biophilic design fosters greater wellbeing
• (56:10) Sound in Sacred Spaces, Cultures & Traditions. Wisdom for modern sound design
• (1:00:42) Julian’s Favorite Sound + Sound Resources (see below for links and free trial info)
• (1:02:34) Final Reflections & Outro

📚 Resources:

• Julian Treasure

• Sound Affects – Julian's new book

• How To Be Heard

• Sound Business

• WHO Environmental Noise Guidelines for Europe

• MyNoise

• The Listening Society – Free 30 Day Trial 🤗

  
  

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🛑 Disclaimer:

• The Aligned Interior Podcast is for general information only and does not constitute medical or mental health advice.
• The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
• Use of the information provided is at the listener’s own risk.