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Innovative Sensory Experience
About SSDC?
Sensory Symphony Discovery Center (SSDC) is a multisensory therapuetic environment designed to support regulation, engagement, and meaningful interaction–especially for adolescents and adults with sensory, developmental, or intellectual differences.
More than a device–SSDC is not a toy and also not passive entertainment, it's an interactive space that invites curiosity, encourages self‑expression, and creates moments of connection between participants, caregivers, and therapists. It's a purpose-driven therapeutic environment created to meet the complex sensory needs of individuals who are often underserved–expecially adolescents and adults with intellectual, developmental, and sensory differences.
Sensory Symphony Discovery Center is offered in multiple models to support different enviroments, levels of use, and program needs. Each model is built on the same core multisensory design–integrating light, sound, and tactile interaction–while offering varying levels of flexibility, connectivity, and system features. This tiered approach allows families, therapists, and organizations to select an SSDC configeration that aligns with their setting today, while supporting future expansions as needs evolve.
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The Sensory Symphony
& Who It's For?
SENSORY SYMPHONY DISCOVERY CENTER (SSDC) is a responsive, multisensory therapeutic environment designed to support regulation, engagement, and meaningful interaction for adolescensts and adults who may benefit from structured, responsive sensory experiences, as well as families, caregivers, and professionals who support them.
Inspired by the familiar Lite-Brite peg interaction, SSDC lowers learning demands while supporting purposeful engagement through hands-on, tactile exploration. It was developed to address a critical gap in sensory support–particularly for adolescents and adults–by offering an environment that adapts to the person rather than requiring the person to adapt to the environment. Designed for adolescensts and adults who may benefit from structured, responsive sensory experiences, as well as families, caregivers, and professionals who support them.
CLINICIANS & ORGANIZATIONS
Touch
ALS, Braille, Textured Pegs
Tactile engagement is central to SSDC. Pegs feature varied textures, embossed ASL and Braille, and grip-supporting ridges, encouraging purposeful exploration and supporting fine motor interaction and sensory discrimination.
Therapeutic Applications:
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Tactile processing
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Fine motor control
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Grasp strength
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Bilateral coordination
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Sensory modulation
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Communication support.
Sound
Audio-based Haptics
Auditory elements can be introduced or modified to complement visual and tactile input, supporting multisensory integration without overwhelming the user.
Therapeutic Applications:
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Auditory processing
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Engagement
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Emotional regulation
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Sensory integration.
Sight
Interactive light patterns respond to peg placement and movement, supporting visual engagement, tracking, and attention while allowing therapists to adjjust intensity and visual complexity.
Therapeutic Applications:
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Visual tracking
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Attention to task
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cognitive sequencing
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Sensory regulation.
Neuro
Neuro-Assessment Capability
The WiFi-enabled light table allows therapists to observe engagement patterns and interaction trends without interrupting the experience, supporting informed decision-making and documentation when approproiate.
Therapeutic Applications:
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Monitoring
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Attention and regulation
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Progress and documentation
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Data-informed treatment planning.
Research Studies
Research on multisensory enviroments shows that combining input (light, sound, touch, etc.) with structured settings can support engagement, emotional regulation, and attention across diverse populations, including adolescent and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. SSDC approach and design build on this foundation while aligning with best practices indetified in the clinical sensory environment literature.
Research Evidence
Clinical Justification for Multisensory Engagement
Perception and Experience of Multisensory Environment Among Neurodivergent People
Yi YJ, Matin NH. Perception and experience of multisensory environments among neurodivergent people: systematic review. Architectural Science Review. 2025. This systematic review provides strong support for the SSDC Unit’s design. Yi & Matin found that neurodivergent adults consistently benefit from multisensory environments. doi:10.1080/00038628.2025.2462569. https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10882-024-09982-4
Breslin L, Guerra N, Ganz L, Ervin D. Clinical Utility of Multisensory Environments for People With Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities: A Scoping Review. American Journal of Occupational Therapy. A scoping review of multisensory environments for people with intellectual and development disabilities. Found benefits such as increaded engagement and emotional regulation with sessions. 2020;74(1):7401205060. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/338352590_Clinical_Utility_of_Multisensory_Environments_for_People_With_Intellectual_and_Developmental_Disabilities_A_Scoping_Review
Stephenson & Carter (2024/2025) — Systematic Review of MSEs for Adults With Developmental Disabilities. Stephenson J, Carter M. The Use of Multisensory Environments with Individuals with Developmental Disabilities: (2024-2025). Journal of Developmental and Physical Disabilities. Systemic reviews that highlight how multisensory rooms can support calmness, attention, and participation in adults with developmental disabilites. 2025;37:731–757. https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10882-024-09982-4?utm_source=copilot.com
Stephenson & Carter (2024) — Expanded Review on MSE Outcomes
Stephenson J, Carter M. The Use of Multisensory Environments with Individuals with Developmental Disabilities: A Systematic Review. 2024. This review reinforces that MSEs offer meaningful benefits beyond leisure, including emotional regulation and reduced behavioral distress in adults with developmental disabilities. https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10882-024-09982-4
Leonardi et al. (2025). The use of multisensory environments in children and adults with autism spectrum disorder: A systematic review shows that multisensory environments help autistic adults reduce stress, regulate emotions, and engage more meaningfully when sensory input is predictable and user‑controlled.
https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/10.1177/13623613251320424?utm_source=copilot.com
Sensory Symphony addresses a large, underserved market — adolescents and adults complex sensory needs — with a modular, evidence-aligned platform designed for real-world use. We are seeking strategic investment and mission-aligned partnerships to accelerate manufacturing, pilot implementation, and research validation.
SSDC Vision
The Sensory Symphony Discovery Center (SSDC) addresses a significant and persistent gap in sensory support: the lack of thoughfully designed, scalable sensory environments for adults with complex sensory needs.
While sensory tools are widely available for children, adults are often underserved by solutions that are either overly clinical, overly simplistic, or impractical for real-world settings. SSDC was developed to meet this need with a modular designed for longevity, dignity, and meaningful engagement.
The Opportunity
SSDC represents a unique opportunity at the intersection of disability services, therapeutic environments, and inclusive design.
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A large, underserved adults population with ongoing sensory support needs
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Growing demand for adult day programs, residential services, and therapy providers
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A modular system that supports scalability, upgrades, and future innovation
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Alignment with healthcare, disability services, and community-based funding models
Our tiered model approach allows organizations to adapt SSDC at a level that fits their current environment while supporting expansion as programs grow.
Current Stage
SSDC is currently in pre-production development, with defined system architecture and a clear path towards prototyping, pilot testing, and manufacturing readiness.
Why Sensory Symphony
SSDC is built on principles that distinguish it from traditional sensory rooms and single-purpose tools:
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Integrated multisensory design rather than isolated sensory elements
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Familiar, low-barrier interaction that supports engagment across abilities
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Purposeful design for adolescents and adults, not retrofitted children's products
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Flexibility that supports professional judgement rather than prescriptive use.
This approach makes SSDC practical, durable, and adaptable across a wide range of settings.
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Familiar, low-barrier interaction that supports engagment across abilities
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Purposeful design for adolescents and adults, not retrofitted children's products
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Flexibility that supports professional judgement rather than prescriptive use.
This approach makes SSDC practical, durable, and adaptable across a wide range of settings.
Partnership & Investment Pathways
We welcome collaboration with organizations and individuals who share a commitment to inclusive, evidence-informed design.
Opportunities Include:
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Strategic investment to move SSDC from concept to production through prototype support product development, prototyping, manufacturing preparation, and phased scaling
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Research and clinical partnerships to advance evidence-informed use
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Pilot and development partnerships within therapeutic, residental, and community programs
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Mission-aligned funding to expand access and reach underserved populations
Partnership are structured to support both impact and sustainability.
Looking Ahead:
Sensory Symphony is designed as an evolving platform. As technology, research, and user neeeds advance, SSDC is positioned to grow through additional features, models, and integrations while maintaining its core design philosophy
Our goal is to build not just a product, but a durable solution that supports quality of life across the lifespan.
Next Step
If you are interested in investing in, partnering with, or learning more about Sensory Symphony Discovery Center, we invite you connect with us.
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