Donald M. Rattner “My Creative Space” Virtual Signing

Donald M. Rattner will virtually sign “My Creative Space.”

VIRTUAL SIGNING DETAILS

November 19, 2020 @ 12:00 am – 1:00 am EST
Organizer: Perrot Library
Event Details: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/125599261773

About the Author:

Architect Donald M. Rattner helps individuals and organizations maximize their creativity by drawing on scientific research in design psychology. His most recent book is My Creative Space: How to Design Your Home to Stimulate Ideas and Spark Innovation, 48 Science-based Techniques, which has won three awards to date and been ranked a #1 Best Seller and New Release on Amazon. He has also written for numerous print and online channels.

Educator and practitioner as well as author, Rattner has taught at the University of Illinois, New York Academy of Art, NYU, and Parsons. Speaking venues include the Creative Problem Solving Institute, Creative Mornings, libraries, bookstores, and conferences. His work has been featured on CNN, in such publications as The New York Times, Houzz, and Better Humans, and on numerous podcasts. Rattner holds a Bachelor’s from Columbia and a Masters of Architecture from Princeton.

About the Book:

48 Science-backed Techniques to Boost Your Creativity at Home

Gold Award, Nonfiction Authors Association; First Place, Chanticleer Instruction & Insight Awards; Silver Medal, Nautilus Book Awards; #1 Best Seller and #1 New Release, Amazon

Creativity isn’t all in your head. Sometimes it depends on your surroundings — especially when you’re at home.

For over twenty years, scientists have been discovering connections between physical space 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 your home for maximum creativity.

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

Which colors lead to peak creative performance
How furnishings influence mental processing
Optimal lighting and noise levels for achieving breakthrough insights
Pros and cons of messy versus neat environments
How memorabilia can break creative logjams
Why ceiling height matters
Which home-based activities enhance creative problem solving
And more

Illustrating the book’s 48 techniques are over 200 high-quality photos of creative workspaces and home interiors from around the world, many the work of top-tier architects, designers, and at-home creatives.

Whether you pursue creativity for pleasure or profit, work from home part- or full-time, whether you’re a writer, entrepreneur, creative professional, artist, crafter, or simply enjoy being inventive, this book will help you do it better. No prior expertise in design or psychology required!