Curated EXPERIENCES, Minimal Cognitive Load.
Shaping the Future of Human Experiences through Sensory Design.
For over a decade, Arigami has pioneered the field of Sensory Wellness, transforming spaces, products, and experiences through evidence-based research and design.
We sit at the intersection of neuroscience, art, and technology, researching and curating sensory environments that reduce over-stimulation and improve mental wellbeing. Our projects span from retail design, to in-car design, to full-scale wellness communities.
The Role of Art in Wellness Real Estate | Global Wellness Real Estate Symposium
Explore how the strategic integration of art in residential and community design goes beyond aesthetics to actively support cognitive health, emotional well-being, and social interaction. This panel will discuss how developers and designers can utilize art to create "places of belonging" that enhance the quality of life, fostering a sense of longevity and joy within built environments.
Discover SIMPLE WAYS to Harness the power of sensory design to support human wellness.
Sensory Wellness: How to Quiet a World that is Too Loud | TEDx Marvilla
Through neuroscience, art, and technology, Ari explores how we regulate our nervous systems, reduce over-stimulation, and reconnect with what makes us human. Join us as we explore how sensory design is redefining human wellness.
Tapping into the Brain-Body Connection | Nike Mind™
By leveraging brainwave monitoring, biofeedback, and reflexology, Nike Mind™ unveiled its first neuroscience-based footwear… designed as a mental training tool that enhances athletic performance and overall well-being through somatosensory sensations.
22 ultra sensitive nodes provide tactile cues, not just for physical enhancement but for cultivating presence and deep mental clarity, ultimately transforming the way athletes and individuals recharge their mind through the sensations under their feet.
Harnessing Sensory Cues in Interior Design | Harvard Research
This review synthesizes empirical evidence demonstrating that sensory stimuli across visual, auditory, olfactory, tactile, and gustatory modalities influence mood, attention, and decision-making.
Redefining Workspaces for a Sensorial Return to the Office | Kimball International
Arigami’s groundbreaking nation-wide research with Kimball International focused on identifying and testing the impact of sensory profiling to facilitate a successful return to the workplace. By tailoring furniture design and workplace culture around sensory experiences, Kimball International aims to create environments that support well-being, comfort, and company culture.
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Ari Peralta is an award-winning Harvard neuroscientist and sensory designer, renowned for his innovative approach to elevating human experience through multisensory design.
His work seamlessly integrates neuroscience insights into environments and products across sectors, including automotive projects (Mercedes-Benz, Nissan), retail design (Amazon, Harrods), and experiential design (Six Senses, NASA), transforming everyday moments into felt experiences that promote deep introspection.
Ari and his projects have gained attention worldwide, receiving over 12 industry awards and being recognized by Forbes Europe, Japan, and the USA as one of the top five most creative neuroscientists in the world.
Ari is an avid public speaker who shares his expertise in sensory design and neuroscience in a friendly, accessible, and inspiring manner, having appeared on prominent stages such as the Global Wellness Summit, the United Nations, the US Congress, the UK Parliament, and others.
Since 2025, Ari has served as the director of the COCUN Wellness Research Institute, based in Agoura Hills, California.
Ari also presides over the boards of SciArt Exchange and Club Taino, nonprofit organizations focused on art education.
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Arigami is an interdisciplinary research consultancy dedicated to elevating sensory design through rigorous science.
We partner with clients to transform spaces—from retail to workplaces—into immersive wellness environments.
By leveraging multisensory profiling, neuroaesthetics, and behavioral data, we provide actionable intelligence that reduces stress and enhances focus.
We research, design, and support you in creating future-proof environments designed for the human nervous system.
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Sensory design is the practice of moving beyond just how something looks to consider how it feels, sounds, smells, and even tastes. Since our brain’s only way of understanding "reality" is through the data our nerves collect, everything we interact with is already a sensory experience by default.
At Arigami, sensory design is the practice of creating spaces that feel good, not just look good. It is a thoughtful approach to design that considers all of the human senses to create environments that support, calm, or energize us, rather than just focusing on visual overstimulation.
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When you combine sensory design with wellness, you move from a default environment to a tailored one that supports your specific biological needs at any given moment.
Sensory wellness refers to the intentional engagement and tuning of your senses to positively influence your mental, emotional, and physical state. It treats the senses as a "bridge" to the nervous system, allowing you to proactively manage stress and self-regulate by choosing specific sensory inputs.
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"Arigami is helping designers and architects move beyond visuals and engage all senses."
—Dr. Nancy Etcoff, Director of Neuroaesthetics, harvard University
"Ari and his team embody a human-first approach, blending boundless creativity with heartfelt innovation to craft solutions that truly elevate and connect us at our core."
—dAVID DELRAHIM, CEO, COCUN
“Ari is very knowledgeable and passionate about the human senses and wellness. His delivery is also equally as powerful, dynamic and engaging. We are grateful for his significant contributions to the global wellness summit.”
—Susie ellis, CEO & Founder Global Wellness Institute
“Ari and Nedra went above and beyond, helping our company better understand and apply neuroaesthetic principles, multimodal research methods and sensory profiling.”