Omaha CC | CEU: Designing Calm: Prioritizing Well-being in the Interior Environment

Who: IIDA Members & Friends

What: Omaha CC | CEU: Designing Calm: Prioritizing Well-being in the Interior Environment

Join us for an HSW CEU at Catalyst Omaha presented by Libby Gillen with Momentum.

In this presentation, we will explore how design strategies grounded in neuroscience, environmental psychology, and biophilic design — from fractal patterns to acoustics, color, and texture — can reduce stress, support cognitive performance, and foster inclusive, restorative spaces. The goal is to provide practical strategies for applying these principles through textiles, wallcoverings, color, and acoustic materials to create spaces that calm, inspire, and perform.

Libby Gillen Bio:

Libby Gillen’s passion for the arts inspired her to pursue a degree in interior design from Syracuse University, laying the foundation for a dynamic career in the design industry. She began her professional journey designing corporate environments at John Hancock’s headquarters in Boston before moving to Chicago, where the city’s rich culture, architectural legacy, and diversity helped shape and expand her design perspective.

Building on her experience as a designer, Libby transitioned to the manufacturing side of the industry, spending 17 years as an account executive for leading flooring manufacturers before moving into leadership roles. Today, as Vice President of A+D Engagement at Momentum, she brings together her expertise in design, marketing, and product development to foster meaningful connections with the architecture and design community. Her work centers on creating thoughtful, people-focused environments that enhance well-being and elevate the human experience.

A passionate advocate for the design profession, Libby serves as International Vice President on the IIDA Board of Directors, is actively involved with NOMA, and sits on the Design Austin board. In 2025, she further demonstrated her commitment to the future of the industry by earning her IIDA Design Futurist certification. Guided by a spirit of collaboration, service, and life long learning, Libby continues to make a meaningful impact on the design community.

IDCEC Approved | HSW Designation Credit: 1.0 CEU/1.0 HSW

When: December 2 | 12:00 - 1:00 PM

Where: Catalyst| Forge Event Space

4601 Catalyst Court

Omaha, NE 68106