As the COVID-19 pandemic restricts people’s movement, domestic habits are being shaken up to stave off boredom and maintain social ties. Canvas8 spoke to 18 people from around the world to understand how they’re spending their time in self-isolation and what new routines they’ve established.

With summer in bloom and indoor apathy on the rise, Gen Yers are splashing out on their outdoor spaces. From personalising patios to creating outdoor balcony offices, green-fingered gardeners and amateur plant-lovers are turning their outdoor spaces into multipurpose sanctuaries.

Home ownership is an aspiration shared by many but it’s beginning to look like a pipe dream for a number of young people in the face of a grim financial future. Amid widespread economic uncertainty, Nude is stepping in to help take some of the pain out of saving for first-time buyers.

To make managing their money easier for Americans, the Dave app links with existing bank accounts and aims to keep people in the black by notifying them when they’re about to go into overdraft. It also breaks down anticipated ingoings and outgoings, giving users an easy way to budget.