The world has recently crossed the two-year mark amid the COVID-19 crisis.
From extended lockdowns to travel restrictions, the pandemic has ushered many changes in everyone's lives - pushing many to adapt and be more creative in fulfilling their personal endeavors.
Transforming corners of your home into productive workspaces proved to be necessary for many industries, including the world of entertainment.
And while restrictions are gradually being loosened and in-person work has started once again, many have still chosen to keep a work-from-home setup in case there's a continued need for it as the world moves forward.
From Kapuso Primetime Royalties Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera to Asia's Multimedia Star Alden Richards, check out these local personalities and their productive setups at home.
As a mainstay in Kapuso programs like '24 Oras' and 'Mars Pa More,' Iya Villania-Arellano has once opened up about the pros and cons of a remote work setup. While it has its disadvantages, she also appreciates being in close proximity with her husband and children while still pursuing her career commitments.
Drew Arellano built a chroma background with the help of their laundry hanger.
'Artikulo 247' star Kris Bernal has previously revealed that she and her husband Perry Choi are extra paranoid when it comes to contracting the virus.
For the couple's business ventures, Kris shared how many of their meetings and food tasting sessions have almost always been done through virtual means since the pandemic started.
Callalily frontman Kean Cipriano has mastered the art of "work-life balance" as he continues to work from the comfort of his own home.
Indie folk-pop band Ben & Ben has continued to thrive in the music industry during the pandemic but like other musicians, they also struggled with bringing all their members together to create music. So aside from makeshift mic booths and recording studios, they've also taken the leap of moving in with each other.
Due to strict health and safety protocols imposed in the community, Kapuso host Joyce Pring has been recording all her podcast episodes from their home.
Television host KC Montero has put together an elaborate workspace for his online hosting stints. He's also well-known for championing the classic work-from-home fashion with his formal top and casual bottom.
With her pets cuddling up to her on the side, Pops Fernandez has created a simple yet cozy space for her to film her YouTube content.
Content creator Wil Dasovich owns a must-have adjustable and portable laptop stand for his work-from-home setup.
When '24 Oras' news anchor Nelson Canlas isn't reporting from the studio, he has a dependable setup ready for his virtual interviews and reports.
OPM icon Rico Blanco has a detailed setup for his from-home recording sessions where he also produces his girlfriend Maris Racal's latest tracks.
'The World Between Us' actress Jasmine Curtis-Smith gave a glimpse of her setup when she stood in for Iya Villania in '24 Oras.'
Mariel Padilla's daughter Isabella has easy access to her mother while she fulfills her work endeavors at home.
For a photosensitive like TV host Kaladkaren, ring lights might cause a little bit of a problem, "Sakit sa ulo... pero tiis ganda."
Since 'Eat Bulaga' resumed its live productions, Kapuso couple Vic Sotto and Pauleen Luna have also returned to their work duties.
Bossing does remote hosting from their living room while Poleng helps him from behind the camera. Their daughter Tali also often makes surprise appearances to say hello to her beloved dabarkads.
Award-winning actress Judy Ann Santos-Agoncillo employed the help of her husband Ryan Agoncillo to assist in shooting a video from their home.
Parokya ni Edgar vocalist Chito Miranda detailed the complicated technical setup needed to be able to perform in their online music gigs.
With a clean backdrop, a ring light, and a tripod, 'Artikulo 247' actor Benjamin Alves shot his hosting spiels for GMA Pinoy TV while also flaunting his work-from-home outfit of the day.
'Unang Hirit' host Suzi Abrera has also slowly adjusted to doing her reports, webinars, and interviews through virtual means. Here, she used a wooden box to adjust her laptop's camera angle at eye level.
Ivan Mayrina maintains a clean and organized workspace to keep him focused when doing his news reports.
As she ventures into the world of online fitness coaching, Lovely Abella has equipped herself with her trusty laptop, mobile phones, and a few whiteboards.
During the pandemic, 'Bubble Gang' comedian Michael V upgraded his work-from-home setup into one that is sleeker and more elaborate.
Beauty queen and celebrity gamer Megan Young always spices up her work-from-home setup with nothing quality and sustainable equipment. Here, she used wooden pallets to serve as a platform for her desk.
Celebrity mom Jolina Magdangal once shared an insider look of her workspace when she shot one of her cooking segments from home.
Filipino rap icon Gloc-9 has a top-notch setup when he records, produces and performs his songs from home.
Kapuso star Faye Lorenzo has strategically converted a corner in her bedroom into a productive workspace.
Anthony Rosaldo has embraced the new normal as he shoots, records, and streams from home. Fun fact: His single "Pwedeng Tayo" was recorded from a makeshift studio in his house.
Aicelle Santos has set up a chroma background at home for her performances in 'All Out Sundays.' The Kapuso singer even shared a funny outtake to show the many challenges of working from home.
Kim de Leon is well-equipped with a tripod, ring light, and a professional recording set-up when he does his livestreams and performances at home.
Rising Kapuso actress Therese Malvar shared her remote workspace when she posted about attending her online classes before joining the Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino press conference.
While sharing her own work-from-home set-up, 'Bubble Gang' mainstay Maureen Larrazabal once opened up about how blessed she feels to still have a job amid the pandemic.
While working on a weekend, 'Unang Hirit' host Lyn Ching gave a glimpse of her humble workspace at home.
Asia's Pop Diva Julie Anne San Jose gave her fans and followers a peek of her mini studio setup at home, which she often uses for her virtual performances in 'All-Out Sundays.'
Newbie Kapuso Royce Cabrera delighted his supporters with an online fan meeting via GMA Artist Center show 'Hangout.' The Kapuso hunk opted for a simple setup, a ring light and a tablet, for the online event.
True to his gamer roots, Abdul Raman has set up an intricate work-from-home design not just for his gaming sessions but also for his self-produced content.
With her colorful keyboard and audio equipment, Kapuso child star Ryzza Mae Dizon shared her work-from-home set-up for an 'Eat Bulaga' Facebook live show.
Kapuso Primetime Queen Marian Rivera has the whole Dantes squad with her to help assist in her shoots for GMA Network's drama anthology 'Tadhana.'
Dingdong Dantes has also started learning more about directing and editing content from home, especially for their family's self-produced endorsements and shoots.
'Little Princess' star Jo Berry uploaded a photo of her work-from-home setup which is only composed of two pieces of equipment: her laptop and ring light.
For a time, GMA Network's 'Sarap, 'Di Ba?' pursued a home edition where Carmina Villaroel, Zoren Legaspi, and their twins Cassy and Mavy had to film the show purely from the comfort of their own home.
Zoren posted a snap of the heavy equipment they kept in their house so they can continue producing high-quality content for the well-loved cooking talk show.
Television host Dianne Medina-Ilustre, who has been booked and loaded with online hosting stints during the pandemic, shared a photo of her well-lit work-from-home setup - complete with two teleprompters, a laptop stand, and several ring lights.
When he's not flaunting his acting chops on screen, Alden Richards is most likely spending his free time gaming and streaming online.
Geared with multiple screens, microphone equipment, and headphones, he came well-equipped as he dived into more online hobbies during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Ken Chan previously shared a photo of himself in his simple but reliable "new normal" space.
Throughout this period, he also had to learn more about how to create and film broadcast-quality content using his trusty ring light and mobile phone.