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Mentality: Promoting Social Change Through Design, Rommel Ballesteros
Mentality: Promoting Social Change Through Design, Rommel Ballesteros
Creative Activity and Research Day - CARD
In “Mentality: Promoting Social Change Through Design,” I will discuss design’s potential to spark discussion and inspire social change. These themes will be explored through the examination of Mentality, a concept for a men’s self-care kit, which aims to normalize and promote the awareness of mental health while also bringing to light certain gender disparities in attitudes towards such topics. Through this analysis, I hope to demonstrate the importance of curated aesthetics in everyday life as a powerful tool for social change, as well as to highlight the designer’s responsibility to be aware of the implications and influence of their …
Bloom, Marisol Reyes
Bloom, Marisol Reyes
Creative Activity and Research Day - CARD
Bloom is an herbal apothecary that uses natural remedies to help boost one’s mood, while simultaneously starting a conversation about mental health. Branding for this hypothetical company was inspired by both traditional herbal apothecary designs as well as modern prescription medication bottles. The figure of a relaxed hand interwoven with delicate flowers adds a humanistic touch to the brand’s identity.
Simply Mo., Marjolijn Jaliene Oskam
Simply Mo., Marjolijn Jaliene Oskam
Creative Activity and Research Day - CARD
Small portfolio presentation of design work by Marjolijn Oskam, branded under simply mo. The poster includes school work as well as professional work.
Timeless Leather Studio, Pengxin Guo
Timeless Leather Studio, Pengxin Guo
Creative Activity and Research Day - CARD
Timeless Leather Studio is an envisaged non-profit institution, specifically for retirees to learn leather crafting skills. We invite retired timeless people to work with the timeless material—leather. The mission is to encourage retirees to learn how to create handmade leather products in our studio and connect retirees in the community. Timeless Leather Studio provides the platform for people to learn, to share and to enjoy. We offer a handmade leather pouch, along with some basic tools for beginners.