Various aspects of the working life of people who are visually impaired were investigated in a telephone survey conducted in Turkey. Although the participants performed many types of jobs successfully, many issues need to be solved for the more efficient participation of people with visual impairments in the economy.

The intersection of neuroscience and interior design offers innovative methodologies for quantifying human experiences in interiors. This systematic review explores the use of immersive virtual reality (IVR) technologies and biometrics in neuroscience‐informed interior design, aimed at evaluating current practices, identifying challenges, and suggesting future directions. This study has three objectives: (1) to examine the current applications of integrated VR/neuroscience methodologies in neuroscience‐informed interior design; (2) to investigate the utilization of IVR technologies, devices, and sensors measuring biometrics employed in neuroscience‐informed interior design to quantify human experience; and (3) to explore potential future directions in interior design that integrate insights from neuroscientific research findings and methodologies. Using the PRISMA methodology, we searched databases, including Taylor and Francis Online, ProQuest, PubMed, PsycINFO, Web of Science, Scopus, and ScienceDirect, in October 2023, retrieving 164 eligible studies, with 29 reviewed in detail. The risk of bias was assessed by paying attention to randomization, intervention deviations, outcome measurement, and the selection of reported results. The findings highlight the critical role of IVR and biometric analysis in enhancing research validity. However, variability in data reliability and differences between self‐assessed and neurophysiological outcomes, particularly in EEG studies, have been noted. Despite these limitations, the reviewed studies present reliable findings, underscoring the potential for interdisciplinary collaboration to address technical challenges. Practical implications include advancing evidence‐based interior design and developing tools to capture and interpret human experiences better. This study provides designers with a detailed analysis of IVR and neuroscience methodologies, highlighting tools, outcome measures, and their advantages and limitations. Future research should prioritize deeper insights into human–environment interactions through artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and biometric sensors integrated with IVR technologies. These advancements will equip designers with interdisciplinary methods and emerging technologies to create innovative interiors that enhance the quality of life.

A phone survey was conducted with 80 visually impaired people in Turkey to understand what types of assistive products are used and to what extent. The perceived utility of selected products and reasons for nonuse were investigated. Descriptions of products that would be useful for the participants but may not be available on the market were also obtained. The three most used assistive products were found to be computer screen readers (46%), talking watches (26%), and screen readers for cellular phones (21%). Cellular phones with screen reading capability are the most desired assistive products among the visually impaired community, but their high cost is a major barrier. Most of the relevant technologies are available but some product development, such as adaptation to the Turkish language, is necessary. The three products most frequently requested are bus station/destination announcement systems, devices that warn the person about barriers, and devices that read printed documents and signs.