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The Office As We Knew It No Longer Exists

Azure Magazine

Away from the distraction and red tape of the office, focus and productivity have increased. To counteract this at Scatter, we designed non-visual cues such as soft details and textured floor coverings — material treatments that become progressively softer and more pliable as the body experiences the virtual reality space.

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Six student projects that tackle “real-world issues”

Design Week

The material mimics the texture of bamboo leaf, which means it boasts the moisture-wicking properties that are required for good healing. Motivated by the growing number of disabled people projected to live in India by 2050, and the lack of accessible buildings, National Insititute of Design student Athul Dinesh has developed Four Walls.

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The Art and Science of Healthcare Design

Inkbot Design

All three are equally valuable and must be in relative balance to ensure maximum overall productivity. Productivity. Overworking is a severe problem in the healthcare industry, so every staff member needs frequent quality breaks to keep productivity and morale high. The Patient's Perspective. Stress-relief and Confidence.

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