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Name: Kevin WaltonLocation: Uxbridge, Ontario, CanadaOccupation: Freelance Creative Professional in Media and DesignCost of setup: ~13,5K CAD ($10,2K)Social media: Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, YouTubeWebsite: Kevin WaltonHello! Tell us a bit about yourselfHello! My name is Kevin Walton.I’m a freelance creative professional in Ontario, Canada.I mainly work as a freelance video editor and designer for multiple companies.Right now, I do freelance work for Hyundai Canada, SnapLogic USA, and a newer client ARCHITECH in Canada.I always had a racing imagination.As a kid, I was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, along with a touch of Attention Deficit Disorder (A.D.D.)My creativity fueled everything I did…

Name: Tanja Renate AakerøyLocation: Trondheim, NorwayOccupation: Former photographer, now about to graduate as a radiographerRoom size: 30 m² (323 ft²)Cost of setup: ~$3KSocial media: InstagramHello! Tell us a bit about yourselfGreetings! I’m Tanja, a coastal child from the North of Norway.I’m a student living in Trondheim, Norway, with my dog Atlas and my roommate Julie in a central two-bedroom apartment.I come from a small island village on Helgelandskysten.I grew up in a four-season climate, within walking distance of great mountains, coasts, and forests, which is something I find great comfort in today as an adult and is represented via grounding…

Name: Benten WoodringLocation: Greenville, SC, United StatesOccupation: Senior Web Designer at UnfoldRoom size: 13,4 m² (144 ft²)Cost of setup: ~$5,8KSocial media: Bento, TwitterHello! Tell us a bit about yourselfMy name is Benten Woodring.I’m a self-taught brand and UI designer currently working as a Senior Web Designer at Unfold, building web identities for household name brands and tech startups.My work has been featured by Webflow, OnePageLove, and others. 0:00 /0:03 1× I’m a Colorado native currently living in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in South Carolina.When I’m not drawing rectangles, I like spending time on my bike, hiking in…

Name: Viktor VlahekLocation: Maribor, SloveniaOccupation: Computer Science MajorRoom size: 21 m² (226 ft²)Cost of setup: ~$3,7KSocial media: InstagramThis ad spot is now available for bookings Showcase your product or services to a thriving community of 1200+ tech enthusiasts and creative professionals (you’ll also support independent online publication!).Find out how to advertise with Maker Stations.Hello! Tell us a bit about yourselfHey, my name is Viktor, and I’m a 21-year-old guy who moved from Croatia to Slovenia to study Computer Science.Ever since I was little, I’ve loved being creative and innovative.Back then, that implied drawing or making my own chairs and shelves…

Name: NaoLocation: Paris, FranceOccupation: Makeup ArtistRoom size: 16 m² (172 ft²)Cost of setup: ~€10K (~$11K)Social media: Instagram, TwitchHello! Tell us a bit about yourselfHi there! My name is Nao, I’m 34 years old. I live in Paris.For as long as I can remember, I have been fascinated by video games, manga, anime, and Japanese culture.Because of that, I started to study Japanese in college.My dream was to get a job in Japan.But being an artist (I love to paint and create!), I quickly realised that I wanted my life to be a bit more artsy, I would say I wanted…

Name: Christine MaggiLocation: San Francisco Bay Area, California, USOccupation: Freelance Brand, Web, and UX DesignerSocial media: LinkedIn, TwitterWebsite: Design Gal StudioHello! Tell us a bit about yourselfHi there!I’m Christine, a multi-disciplinary designer from sunny California.I run a solo design shop called Design Gal Studio, where I help mission-driven companies look good and win business.After working in agencies, in-house corporate environments, and startups over the years, I decided to put all of my brand, web, and UX experience to use for businesses that are doing good in the world.I believe being a generalist is a strength — and I also enjoy…

Working from home can be challenging, especially when it comes to creating an efficient and comfortable workspace. But don’t you worry, our complete checklist has got you covered (with over 50 ideas to help you organise your home office).Inside you’ll find ideas for: Essentials & Electronics Ergonomics & Productivity Choose Your Mood Cable Management Calls & Meetings Ideas for Room Self-Care Become a Supporter to Download the PDF (50+ ideas)Download Checklist

Adding houseplants and flowers to a home office can create a cosy atmosphere and improve air quality.Studies have shown that the presence of greenery and flowers can also boost mood and productivity, making it an ideal addition to a workspace.But not everyone has a green thumb.Luckily, there are plenty of easy solutions to achieve the same effect. You don’t necessarily have to search for exotic and finicky plants that require special attention.Opt for the most unpretentious options and create a lively look for your home office with a smart selection of pots and thoughtful placement of houseplants.Here are five simple…

Name: Logan LiffickLocation: Tampa, Florida, United StatesOccupation: Senior Designer, DigitalOceanRoom size: 19 m² (200 ft²)Cost of setup: ~$4KSocial media: Instagram, TwitterHello! Tell us a bit about yourselfI’m Logan Liffick, a designer and creative engineer currently living in sunny Tampa, Florida, with my wife and our two-year-old golden retriever!I work with DigitalOcean full-time as a Senior Designer, where I help build our brand and web properties, as well as some of our events like Hacktoberfest.I do a lot of contract work as well.Most recently, I did a cool brand refresh and site design/build for a startup I work with, Makelog.I love…

Name: Jonatan CastroLocation: Ourense, Galicia, SpainOccupation: Product DesignerRoom size: 12 m² (129 ft²)Cost of setup: ~$4,8KSocial media: TwitterHello! Tell us a bit about yourselfHi, I’m Jonatan, a product designer currently working at TIDAL.I’ve been in the design industry since 2009 and have worked primarily as a freelancer for well-known companies such as Opera and Vodafone, as well as working with smaller clients and startups.I’ve also collaborated with a friend on various personal projects over the years, some of which you can find on my portfolio (although it is a bit outdated, from 2016).Additionally, I share some of my work on…