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How Can Graphic Design Aid Social Distancing?
Organisations are now under duress caused by the COVID-19 crisis. They are looking for solutions to return to the world and their audience in a safe way. Now, more than ever, we must employ clear way-finding and information architecture to keep our public spaces safe. This architecture is formed of infographics, signage, maps, diagrams, books and websites. These vehicles are often both visually appealing whilst making information easier to digest.
With so many options available, how can graphic design best aid social distancing?
Harness the Power of Organisation-based Branding
When building a brand, we usually begin with the attributes of the product or service. First, we ask questions like: "are we high quality?" or "are we durable?" Then, we consider how we can represent the benefits of this through an identity.
Branding: Start from the Inside and Work Out
Remember, we're dealing with people, from your customers to your team. Yet, so many organisations fail to create a brand that connects with both groups. Like people, we believe branding should have a public and private life. After all, it can be used to motivate and inspire your team. It creates a sense of community and belonging amongst those closest to the organisation.
This new beginning motivates us to reinvent ourselves, exercise our strengths, and remedy our foibles. I find this especially true of our young generation climbing social ladders and (literally) growing out of their former selves!