Writing after a long gap. 2025 so far
Read the first part of my story here (published about an year ago)
It’s been a while since I last wrote here. The last post was on 31st December 2024. I’ve been meaning to write something for months, but things just kept piling up. Today, I finally sat down to share how the year has been going. Too many things to share.
Semester 2 was hectic but rewarding
The second semester of my M.Des course was really hectic. It felt like I was constantly chasing deadlines. But looking back, it turned out to be one of the most productive phases of my life. I learned a lot and grew as a designer in many ways. I worked on many projects that I’m really proud of.
The first one focused on accessibility - We redesigned a crutch tip to improve grip and durability.
Worked on a project to enhance the desirability of Jaipur City Buses
This project made me think more deeply about behavioural design, how space and environment can influence how people behave. We explored ways to make public transport feel more welcoming, safe, and desirable, especially for people who don’t usually consider buses their first choice.
Working on the case study. Will update here once it's published.
Earning through Framer & Freelance Gigs
Outside of course work, I also started earning through Framer. I created a few templates and they actually started selling.
MyTags App
One of the major projects I took on was for the MyTags app. I redesigned their mobile app to make it market-ready. The final build is currently under production, and they’re about to launch soon. I’ll be sharing a full case study of this project very soon.
Framer Websites for clients
Along with that, I also worked on a few more Framer projects for different clients. It’s been exciting to collaborate with people and bring their ideas to life.
Jaipur Design Week
Another highlight from this year was designing the official website for Jaipur Design Week.
Data Viz Workshop by Gurman Bhatia
I also attended Data Visualisation workshop by Gurman Bhatia during the JDW. Learned a lot from her approach and perspective, especially how storytelling can be tightly woven into data and design.
Campus Revamp Work
Back on campus, Tanishqka and I got involved in a few revamp projects. We worked on redesigning the gym and also gave concept ideas for the Institute of Design’s space revamp. These projects helped me step into more multi-disciplinary thinking. It felt good to be part of shaping the spaces around us and shaping people’s behaviour.
Life Lately -
On the personal side, I’ve lost a few kilos recently. But I’ve also developed a strong chai habit. Mentally, this year has been tough. There were many moments when I felt stretched thin. I’m grateful for the quiet and steady support that stayed constant through all of it when things got overwhelming. I’ve also learned a lot about myself during this time. Managing different projects, juggling deadlines, and trying to stay grounded through it all has helped me build confidence and patience.
Some more updates -
My MacBook has hit more than 200 battery cycles after almost an year, and the battery health is still holding at 97%. I’ve really been pushing it this semester. Let’s see how long it keeps up.
- A small dream came true when I got the MX Master 3S mouse from a friend. It’s been one of those tools I’ve always wanted, and using it daily still feels exciting.
- I also gifted my mom a pair of earbuds - a tiny thing, but it felt nice to give back in small ways.
- Lately, I’ve started taking skincare more seriously. It’s something I used to overlook, but thanks to peer pressure and self realization, I started prioritizing it.
One more thing I really enjoyed working on - I designed a zine on కోడి పందాలు (Rooster Fights). It was a representation of a local tradition of my state.
That’s All for Now
That’s a small update on everything that’s been happening in 2025. It feels nice to finally put it all down. I’ll try not to take this long before writing again.