But even amongst this massive disarray, some industries eventually emerged even stronger than ever, Design and IT; being a very strong examples of this.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n In this article, we will look into how the design industry took charge of the situation and presented some revolutionary ideas for a better world along with some simple tips on how we can keep our mental health in check during these trying times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cIt is during our darkest moments that we must focus to see the light\u201d<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n It did not take long for the COVID-19 outbreak to turn from an unprecedented health crisis to a global economic crisis taking a toll on the living standards of millions of people. The toll was not just limited to the living standards but ultimately affected the mental and emotional well-being of people who were impacted directly or indirectly by the job cuts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Just like other industries, the design industry also faced the wrath of the pandemic. Despite that, Design was also one of the industries whose demand grew during the later phases of the pandemic when most of the businesses shifted online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A brand\u2019s digital presence became important more than ever. Their presence on the websites, social media, and across apps became crucial to both the brand as well as the consumer. This is where the designers stepped in and took charge. From optimizing designs to understanding user pain points, we did it all; like always.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cThere\u2019s no greater opportunity to be creative than in a crisis\u201d.<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Another noting point here was the impact of online collaborative tools that helped designers and professionals bring their ideas and innovations together even while working remotely. Some of the noteworthy tools are \u2014 Figma, Notion, Miro, Slack, and Microsoft Teams to name a few.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Apart from just helping brands in their digital ventures designers also took it upon themselves to unite with scientists in developing UV cleaning products<\/em><\/strong><\/a> for the future. The ongoing scare has upended our way of looking at the surfaces that make up the world around us. This allowed product designers from across the globe to connect and collaborate in using UV light as a source surface cleaner as well as a source of hope and light in these darker times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Sources of entertainment like going out for live performances, movies, amusement parks, or just a casual hang out with friends have now become a luxury. But once again our folks came together to work on the idea of Vertical Theatres \u2014 <\/em>a freestanding tourable structure<\/strong><\/a>, that will help audiences enjoy performances whilst maintaining social distancing. What\u2019s even better here is that these structures are not only COVID protected but environment friendly as well!!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Our industry added another feather in their cap when they came up with some very creative ideas for kids and folks across the world locked up inside their homes. With resources like \u201cMake at-home activities and Videos\u201d<\/em><\/strong><\/a> they indeed are winning our hearts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Even though designers and the whole industry have been doing their best in helping the world in ways they can but we also had our fair shares of fear, confusion, and concerns. Waking up one day and realizing that your bedroom\/living room\/kitchen has become your office is not easy to adjust to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cNever give up, for that is just the place and time that the tide will turn.\u201d \u2015Harriet Beecher Stowe<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n But as they say, every cloud has a silver lining \u2014 A lot of got a boon of spending time with our family, connecting with and reminiscing the good old days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Also, freelancing in the graphic design industry gradually rose to newer heights. Many freelancers saw new success and got an opportunity to polish their skills and use them for the greater good of all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Conversations around the mind have become more important now than ever. All of us are scared but we all are in this together. Here are some tips for you to keep your mental health in check during the scarier times:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cAnything that\u2019s human is mentionable, and anything that is mentionable can be more manageable. When we can talk about our feelings, they become less overwhelming, less upsetting, and less scary.\u201d \u2014 Fred Rogers<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n As a part of mental health awareness, we at <\/strong>f1studioz <\/strong><\/a>recently collaborated with EAP India to provide our team members with the help they need and deserve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It is very important to remember all the more so ever \u2014<\/p>\n\n\n\n WE ARE TOGETHER<\/strong> IN THIS<\/strong> and THIS TOO SHALL PASS!<\/strong><\/p>\nImpact of Job Losses on Mental Health<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How Was The Design Industry affected?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Design and Innovations \u2014 Overcoming the Challenges!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Development of UV Cleaning Products<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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COVID Safe Vertical Theaters<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Creative Resources for Lockdown<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Changes Weren\u2019t Easy for us Either<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Taking Care of Your Mental Well Being<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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