MEET FAITH

A Teacher’s Insight.

A Parent’s Heart.

A Designer’s Eye.

I’m Faith Shank, a special education teacher, autism parent, and founder and designer of Sensory Spicy Spaces. With 15+ years in education and special education and a Master’s degree in Special Education, I bring classroom experience and a parent’s perspective to every project. I create thoughtful sensory spaces around the person, the purpose, and the budget.

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What Guides My Work

Individual First

Sensory needs, interests, routines, and preferences lead every decision.

Purposeful Choices

Each recommendation supports movement, comfort, independence, organization, or everyday function.

Beautiful and Practical

The space should feel welcoming, work in real life, and respect the budget.

A Shared Diagnosis Does Not Mean Shared Sensory Needs.

That belief is at the center of every space I design.

Why I Started
Sensory Spicy Spaces

I saw how overwhelming sensory design could be and how quickly costs added up. Standardized packages often missed the mark on individuality. I wanted to create a service that prioritizes the person and the purpose while respecting the budget, making meaningful sensory support accessible for all families and schools.

Let’s Create a Space That Works for You.

Tell me about the person, the space, and the budget. We’ll start there.