This Week in Design: Dec 1st Week
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Mocha Mousse is the Pantone Color of the Year 2025
Pantone's Color of the Year for 2025 is Mocha Mousse, a soothing and expressive shade of brown. This rich hue, inspired by the indulgence of cacao, chocolate, and coffee, radiates a comforting warmth and nurturing quality.
Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director of the Pantone Color Institute, described the color as embodying both sophistication and understated elegance. She emphasized that Mocha Mousse reflects "thoughtful indulgence," redefining brown as a color that is both grounded in simplicity and imbued with a sense of luxury.
Canva thinks these will be the hottest design trends of 2025
Canva, the popular online graphic design platform, has revealed its predictions for the top design trends of 2025, promising a year of bold creativity. With themes ranging from 'Opulence' to 'Mechanical Botanical,' the trends highlight the evolving fusion of technology and artistry.
While 2024 saw its share of design triumphs and challenges, the upcoming year is poised to bring fresh innovation and originality to the forefront. Here’s a glimpse of the trends Canva foresees shaping the design landscape in 2025.
"Future must engage with art, science, design as creative collabs" - Bose Krishnamachari
"I believe the future lies in fostering creative collaborations between art, design, and science. It’s essential for various sectors—be it cafes, educational institutions, or organizations—to come together and create shared spaces for innovation. This vision forms the foundation of Gallery D’Tale Archist, designed as a dynamic hub for exploration, learning, and inspiring imagination." - Bose Krishnamachari, Art Curator & Cofounder of Kochi-Muziris Biennale
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The growing intersection of FinTech and HealthTech: Changing healthcare access
The rapid convergence of financial technology (FinTech) and healthcare technology (HealthTech) is paving the way for groundbreaking solutions to persistent challenges in healthcare accessibility. In India, where affordability and access to medical services remain pressing issues, the collaboration between these sectors is reshaping how individuals finance and receive healthcare.
Innovations like digital payment systems and healthcare credit lines are proving to be transformative, particularly for expenses not covered by conventional insurance.
Why gatekeeping in social media isn’t easy?
Australia has made history by becoming the first country to impose restrictions on social media access for children under 16, marking a bold step in regulating online interactions for younger users. This landmark legislation seeks to address growing concerns about the impact of social media on mental health, privacy, and safety among adolescents. Jatin Grover explores the proposed methods to enforce this ban, such as age verification systems and parental controls, while questioning the practicality of such measures in a digital landscape that often prioritizes anonymity.