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Designing the Night
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Designing the Night

How Circadian Rhythm, Sleep, and Interior Design Collide

In this episode we unravel why “night” feels like a relic of another era and how modern life has quietly rewired our bodies’ deepest rhythms. Host Sarah Shaulis takes you inside the science of circadian biology — the ancient internal clock that tells our bodies when to heal, rest, and thrive — and shows how artificial light, 24/7 stimulation, and our home environments have effectively broken the contract between darkness and biological repair. 🌗

You’ll hear what circadian misalignment really feels like, why it drives inflammation, metabolic confusion, cognitive fog, and even chronic disease, and how everyday design choices — from light color to blackout curtains — can help your bedroom work with your body, not against it. Whether you’re a homeowner, renter, or daydreamer, this episode reframes sleep and health through the environments we build and live in. 🛏️🧠

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