This study explores how human-centered
environmental design affects student health, cognitive performance, and overall
well-being in educational settings. The research combines evidence from
environmental psychology, ergonomics, and user experience design to review how
physical and sensory environments affect student and educator health by
influencing body functions, mental states, and social interactions. The
research used scoping review methods to identify peer-reviewed studies
published in Scopus, Web of Science, PubMed, and Google Scholar from 1990 to
2025. A total of 100 studies were included following screening and quality
assessment. The research findings show that spaces that combine natural
elements with adjustable ergonomic design and accessible areas for all people
create better conditions that lead to better attention focus, reduced stress,
and improved overall health. The research study reveals essential deficiencies
in studies that monitor subjects over time while using multiple sensory inputs
in real-world environments. The research shows that educational space design
requires multiple fields to work together for creating learning spaces that
support student thinking development and protect student health and fairness.
