SENSORY COMFORT AND ACCESSIBILITY CONSULTING
Lacey Artemis is a Sensory Comfort and Accessibility Consultant.
She is Autistic & ADHD & the founder of Neuromix Consulting."Comfortable Space is Human Space" is the Neuromix motto.Lacey developed the SOLACE Model (TM) to address a phenomenon called Sensory Contrast Collapse.
In short: when our brains receive too much sensory input, they get overloaded, and we shut down. We lose focus, we can't connect, and we want to get back to comfort as fast as we can.Neuromix provides SOLACE Assessments for venues and organizations that want to re-calibrate their environments to the parameters scientifically known to make humans feel comfortable. We also provide training, coaching, and facilitation for teams and events.It's not just about neurodiversity, and it's not just about volume. It's about comfort, something we all want, and can't thrive without.
SERVICES
• SOLACE Assessments using SOLACE and BUILDS Models (TM)
• Sensory Relief Space Facilitation at Conferences and Events
• Sensory and Neuro-Inclusion Consulting for Organizations
• Keynotes
KEYNOTE SPEECHES
Fish in Trees: Why Humans Struggle in Mismatched Environments
Comfortable Human Spaces: Calibrating Against Sensory Contrast Collapse
Power of Playspace: Rebuilding Capacity through Regenerative Creativity
FACILITATION
• Sensory-Friendly Spaces & Activities – Inclusive environments and workshops that help people recharge and connect at events or workplaces.
• PLAYSPACE Workshops – playful, science-backed sessions that reduce burnout and boost well-being for corporate, government, and public teams.
• Event Emceeing – Engaging energy with human comfort and connection in mind. Speaker Reel
LACEY HAS BEEN INVOLVED WITH
NEUROMIX IS A MEMBER OF
International Live Events Association (ILEA)
The Canadian Women's Chamber of Commerce (CanWCC)
The Canadian Queer Chamber of Commerce (CQCC)
The Ontario Queer Chamber of Commerce (OQCC)
Women Business Enterprises Canada (WBE Canada Certified)
PARO Canada
Autism Alliance of Canada
Neurodiversity Change Foundation (NCF)
Candor Diversity Group
The Elleiance Network
The Center for Social Innovation (CSI)
Proudly Canadian | Women-Owned | CQCC & WBE Canada-Certified | ILEA Member | Making Every Shared Space More AccessibleAll product names and designs are used under and protected by trademark.
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Land AcknowledgementNeuromix was founded and operates based out of Tkaronto, on the traditional, unceded territory of the the Mississauguas of the New Credit First Nations, the Huran Wendat, the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, the Anishinabewaki.
NEURODIVERSITY INCLUSION CONSULTING
There are a lot of myths and misconceptions about neurodivergent people as to why we can't be successful. Clearly we can, it's just a matter of getting the right support.
UP TO 20% OF THE POPULATION HAS AT LEAST ONE FORM OF NEURODIVERGENCE (ND), OFTEN MULTIPLE OVERLAPPING (SUCH AS Autism+ADHD or 'AuDHD').Diagnosis rates continue to climb.
WHAT IS NEURODIVERSITY?
Neurodiversity is a constellation of different neurlogical conditions and developmental disorders. The below chart is not the entire list, but shows some examples and the strengths each possesses.
COMMON BELIEFS AROUND AUTISM:
• No Social Skills, Only Good With Numbers, Can't Handle ChangeCOMMON BELIEFS AROUND ADHD:
• Forgetful, Disorganized, Always LateIN REALITY:
• NEURODIVERGENT INDIVIDUALS CAN PRODUCE UP TO 140% HIGHER OUTPUT THAN THEIR NEUROTYPICAL PEERS, AND MAKE TEAMS 30% MORE PRODUCTIVE• WHEN ACCOMMODATED, ND PEOPLE ARE MORE FOCUSED, MORE ORGANIZED, AND MORE CREATIVE, ALL CRUCIAL TO BUSINESS / CAREER SUCCESS• NEURODIVERGENT PEOPLE ALSO HAVE A RIGHT TO ACCESSIBLE SPACES AND SENSORY FRIENDLY EXPERIENCES
Managers - your organization has a secret weapon, you just aren't using it effectively!
Venue Owners/Event Organizers - you have a patron pool you may be chasing away, that's lost revenue!Book a consult with me today to start supporting your tree-fish - so everybody wins!
SENSORY ASSESSMENTS FOR SHARED SPACES
Humans exist in every space, but sensory comfort is rarely considered in shared spaces. Each of our senses contributes to our focus, memory formation, connection, and overall experience - so Neuromix developed a practical model to consider all of the senses together:Sound
Olfactory (Scent)
Lighting
Accessibility
Climate (HVAC)
ErgonomicsA simple acronym, and a perfect metaphor for the feeling of a space calibrated for human comfort.When our senses get overwhelmed, humans experience what Neuromix has dubbed 'Sensory Contrast Collapse'. Our brains shut down, our focus stalls, and our ability to connect and stay engaged evaporates.
SOLACE exists to prevent that.The SOLACE Model (TM) examines and measures these six factors to generate a Sensory Profile and SOLACE Score that offer clear, practical, and actionable recommendations for designers, venue managers, and organizations across any sector.
The SPACE Report (TM) - Sensory Profile and Comfort EvaluationClear insights that lead to better experiences and stronger connection at a time when people are lonelier than ever.The SPACE Report is a comprehensive evaluation that helps organizations recalibrate their spaces for scientifically-defined human comfort. This applies everywhere humans gather: workplaces, classrooms, public buildings, community hubs, healthcare environments, and event venues.Spaces that feel comfortable support focus, connection, and wellbeing. The SOLACE Model (TM) provides a universal method that improves experience quality across sectors.Comfortable Space is Human Space.
Calibrate for comfort with SOLACE.
With a SPACE Report (TM), your organization can:Increase satisfaction and participation
Improve comfort, reduce sensory barriers, and help people stay longer, engage more, and feel more at ease.Strengthen reputation and trust
More than 80 percent of survey respondents say they are more likely to return to and recommend spaces that demonstrate sensory awareness.Support accessibility and inclusion
Align with emerging accessibility expectations and prepare your organization for the next generation of standards.Improve wellbeing and reduce stress
Comfort supports focus, connection, safety, and community. Balanced environments reduce overwhelm for everyone, not only neurodivergent individuals.Avoid costly mistakes
Identify low-cost adjustments and smart upgrades that prevent future retrofits, complaints, or turnover.Deliver experiences that matter
Whether you are a government agency, non-profit, educational institution, healthcare provider, event organizer, or corporate workplace, the SPACE Report and SOLACE Score help your people feel welcome, comfortable, and able to participate fully.
The SOLACE Model™ comparison above highlights only high-level differences. The detailed framework, scoring criteria, and assessment methods remain proprietary and are available exclusively through Neuromix Consulting services.
In 2025, Neuromix launched an open survey to collect sensory experience data from event goers.Here are the preliminary pain point results of respondees:
WHY LACEY / NEUROMIX?Founder & CEO Lacey Artemis has a 20+ years experience in audio and video production, so you might say she knows a thing or two about sound and light.She also has 15 years of experience in corporate accounting so knows her way around a budget.Lastly, she brings 10+ years of speaking, facilitating, event hosting, and project management. This all makes her uniquely qualified to address these issues.Lacey is herself Autistic and ADHD and has struggled her whole life with sensory sensitivity that has contributed to migraines, executive dysfunction, fatigue, and isolation. She began this work to help make events more accessible, better experiences for everyone.Neuromix Consulting is based in Toronto, Canada, but can provide consulting and advisement globally via video or phone to English speaking clients.
Not a large venue? We offer bite-sized audits and consultations too, designed for community organizations and smaller event spaces.Book a consultation today.
PLAYSPACE
THE BURNOUT BUSTING
ANTI-OVERWHELM WORKSHOP
What do you get when you mix a comedian, an accountant, and a project manager?You get Lacey Artemis - Founder & CEO of Neuromix Consulting, and creator of PLAYSPACE: The Anti-Burnout Workshop.
What is PLAYSPACE?A playful, science-backed reset for tired teams and noisy events.PLAYSPACE is a unique workshop that blends performing arts, sensory awareness, coaching, and lived experience. It was born from Lacey’s playful spirit, her desire to help people, and… from way too many loud, draining experiences at work and networking events.It’s quieter (no yelling)
It's engaging (not dull)
And it's fun! (no kidding!)Guests come in tense, tired, and overstimulated – they leave laughing, clapping, and ready to reconnect.
Quiet isn't silence when your creativity is loud
For Teams & Organizations• Re-energize staff during crunch periods or after long projects.• Reduce burnout and stress with practical, playful reset activities.• Improve morale and productivity by creating space for comfort and connection.Book a Team WorkshopFor Conferences & Events• Transform overstimulation into inclusion with a sensory-friendly break space.• Offer attendees a chance to recharge while still engaging meaningfully.• Elevate your event reputation by being remembered as welcoming, not overwhelming.Book an Event Session
Here's what PLAYSPACE attendees have had to say:
From ambient stress to solace – comfort enhances experience.
ARTICLES & PRESS
ARTICLES AUTHORED:
• Sensory Contrast Collapse: The Battle for Balanced Sensory Comfort Across Senses
• The 'More Than Muffins' Mission: Why Sensory Inclusion Deserves a Seat at the Table
• The Loudness Wars - Why the Volume at Events Needs to Come Down
• Mapping the Neuro Gap - The Hidden Cost of Being Her
• Mapping the Overlap - Finding Common Ground In Common Spaces
• You Can Only Pick Two - Work, Play, Life Support
• Behind the Scenes of the Big Stage
ARTICLES FEATURED:
• Lacey Artemis is Building the Community She Spent Years Searching For
PODCASTS:
• Celebrating Neurodiversity with Lacey Artemis - Hosted by Jenine Lillian
• AdaptX Podcast Episode 097 - Strategies to Support the Sensory Needs of Consumers with Lacey Artemis
• True Marketingverse Podcast Interview
• The Master Leadership Podcast Ep 342
• Hat Collecting Podcast - Special Episode "Accessibility Beyond Your Own Experience"
• WORxK Global News Changemake Interviews - Lacey Artemis on Building a Life of Creatibity and Connection
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1. We’ve never had complaints about this before.That’s extremely common. Most people do not speak up about sensory discomfort. They simply disengage, lose focus, or quietly choose not to return. The cost rarely shows up as a complaint. It shows up as reduced participation, lost trust, and fewer repeat visits.2. We already meet building codes and accessibility standards.Compliance is the starting point. Codes ensure legal safety, but they do not measure sensory comfort, cognitive load, or how people actually feel in your space. SOLACE goes beyond compliance to help your environment perform better for the humans who use it.3. We can’t afford upgrades right now.Many recommendations are low or no cost. I separate immediate improvements from long-term options so you can make progress without a dedicated budget line. Even small adjustments can significantly reduce Sensory Contrast Collapse.4. People seem fine with the way things are.Some people are fine. Others push through discomfort, leave early, avoid the space, or disengage. SOLACE helps you reach the people who are currently struggling but not saying anything. This is not about changing what works. It’s about widening access and strengthening experience quality.5. Why should we hire you when we can just Google best practices?Generic checklists do not account for your layout, acoustics, HVAC, lighting design, workforce needs, or community. The SOLACE assessment is tailored, lived-experience-informed, and backed by sensory data. That is what makes the recommendations clear, actionable, and effective.6. This feels like a nice-to-have investment.Sensory comfort affects focus, burnout, wellbeing, retention, safety, and overall performance. Reducing environmental stress leads to better participation and fewer preventable issues like migraines, fatigue, or cognitive overload. Comfort is not a luxury. It is a productivity and inclusion strategy.7. Why does the SPACE Report cost this much? Isn’t it just a report?It is not just a report. It is expert analysis, on-site or remote observation, sensory data interpretation, structured scoring, and sector-specific recommendations that you can implement immediately. You are investing in long-term gains: improved engagement, higher retention, reduced overwhelm, and a stronger reputation for accessibility and care.8. Can’t our staff manage this on their own?Staff manage daily operations, but they are accustomed to the environment and may not notice sensory issues that affect newcomers or vulnerable populations. I bring fresh eyes, structured criteria, and an evidence-based framework to ensure nothing gets overlooked.9. Is this only for large organizations?Not at all. SOLACE and SPACE work for organizations of any size. In smaller teams or community spaces, improvements often have an even bigger impact because every participant, client, or staff member matters.10. How do we know this will actually pay off?There is strong research showing that sensory-friendly environments increase satisfaction, productivity, and repeat engagement. I also provide measurable before-and-after scores so you can track progress over time. This is not vague. It is data you can monitor.
SPACE and Other Standards
How is the SPACE Report different from OSHA, LEED, WELL, or ASHRAE?OSHA, LEED, WELL, and ASHRAE focus on safety, sustainability, or system performance. SPACE focuses on how humans experience environments in real time. It integrates comfort, inclusivity, and sensory accessibility. Think of SPACE as the missing layer that connects technical compliance with human experience.Does SPACE replace standards like LEED or WELL?No. SPACE complements them. LEED focuses on sustainability. WELL focuses on health and wellness. SPACE focuses on sensory and social comfort, and how people actually feel and function in the space.Is SPACE recognized by government regulators?SPACE is an independent methodology developed by Neuromix Consulting. It references established standards but is not a government certification. Its value is in going beyond minimum compliance to help organizations create environments that are welcoming, inclusive, and comfortable for more people.Why invest in SPACE if we already meet all required codes?Codes ensure that your environment is safe enough. SPACE helps you create an environment that is comfortable, human-centered, and supportive of focus and connection. That leads to better outcomes for staff, clients, visitors, and communities.Can SPACE integrate with LEED, WELL, or BOMA?Yes. SPACE often highlights opportunities that support or enhance these frameworks. Improved air quality aligns with WELL. Better acoustic balance can contribute to LEED criteria. SPACE adds the lived human experience lens that these frameworks do not measure directly.Does SPACE only work for new builds?SPACE can be applied to both new and existing environments. For existing spaces, the recommendations focus on practical retrofits and operational improvements. For new projects, SPACE helps ensure sensory comfort is considered from the design stage.
ADDITIONAL NOTES
• Even one accessibility-related incident can damage trust and reputation. SOLACE reduces risk and supports proactive inclusion.• Replacing a single staff member can cost one to two times their salary. Reducing sensory stress supports retention and reduces burnout.• There are many DEI or accessibility consultants, but very few who specialize in neurodiversity-focused sensory environment design.• The SOLACE framework is not a template. It is a tailored system grounded in real human experience and your organization’s specific needs.
THE NEUROCURRENT PODCAST - Coming Soon
Lacey (she/they) is a speaker, consultant, event host, and creative producer. She was late-diagnosed Autistic/ADHD, and has blossomed into a driven and dynamic person.She has the unique distinction of being an accountant turned public speaker, thanks in part to improv and standup comedy classes.Lacey has an impressive versatility thanks to her varied background:
Speaker/Event Host, Media Producer, Project Manager, Accountant.She was always searching for a job that allowed her to 'bring her whole self to work every day', after 15 years in the corporate world failing to achieve this, she started her own company and realized her goal.She delivers strong results across mediums, from private consulting and coaching to keynote speeches and playful workshops.Lacey discovered her passion for public speaking in 2013 when she started her first podcast.Lacey has been producing media in one form or another since high school. She is a published author, independent music producer, indie filmmaker, graphic designer, puppeteer, comedian, and more.Lacey is also a member of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
FUN FACTS
Lacey has studied a few different languages to varying degrees including Spanish, French, American Sign Language (ASL), and Japanese. She hopes to travel in the future to speak and perform around the world.While Lacey is right-handed, she wears her puppet on her left hand to make controlling the arm rods easier.Lacey enjoys skating, biking, climbing, and swimming. She's a big hockey fan and also enjoys racket sports. She also enjoy board games, card games, video games, escape rooms, and other puzzles.
AFFILIATES AND PARTNERS
AFFILIATES• Block Blue Light - Blue Light Free lighting, blue light blocking glasses, red light therapy. Use the link to get 10% off your purchase.
ACCESSIBILITY TOOLS AND RESOURCES• Retrophiliac Accessibility Pins - Created by Margaux Wosk in British Columbia
• Mighty Plugs
• Squarely Accessible - Accessible content courses from websites and social media to documents, presentations and PDFs.
• Access Now
• StopGap
• Microassistive Tech
• Sekond Skin Society - Where people with and without disabilities come together through movement. The Fitness Community for Everybody and Every Body.
OTHER ORGANIZATIONS IN THE COMMUNITY• Blue Sky Learning
• Candor Diversity Group
• Institute of Neurodiversity (ION)
• Neurodiversity Change Network• CJ Janzen - Founder of {dis}ABILITIES Unleashed
NEUROMIX CREATED MERCHThe following designs and more can be found in my RedBubble store.
Lacey (she/they) is a versatile multi-passionate creative producer, speaker, coach, advocate, and more. She was late-diagnosed neurodivergent, and has blossomed into a dynamic and engaging voice at any event.Lacey discovered her passion for public speaking in 2013 when she started her first podcast, but it took a few years for her to build up the confidence to pursue speaking professionally.Lacey has been producing media in one form or another since high school. She is a graphic designer, music composer, published author, and filmmaker among other things.Lacey has the unique distinction of being an accountant turned performer, thanks in part to improv classes at Second City, and standup comedy and puppetry classes at Bad Dog Theatre.Lacey is also a member of the LGBTQ2IA+ community.