Name: Darius Dan Location: Romania, Cluj-Napoca Occupation: Interface Designer Room size: 46 m² (495 ft²) Cost of setup: ~$5,3K Social media: X Hello! Tell us a bit about yourself Hello, I’m Darius. I’m an interface designer — I move shapes until they make sense. I started my journey designing avatars and signatures for online forums. Having possessed a natural talent for drawing since childhood, I quickly realised my true calling was to unleash my creativity. From 2010 to 2014, I worked as a print and advertising agent at a local shop, where I ventured into photo editing, print design, logos,…
Author: Francesco Riganese
Francesco Riganese
Francesco is a maker, engineer, and 3D printing enthusiast passionate about building tools and spaces that inspire creativity. With a background in software development and hands-on hardware projects, he explores the intersection of digital fabrication, productivity, and modern workspaces. When he’s not designing or experimenting, Francesco shares insights to help others create smarter, more efficient environments for work and making.
Name: Jake Location: Warsaw, Poland Occupation: Business Analyst Room size: 14 m² (151 ft²) Cost of setup: ~$5K for the whole room, ~$2K for desks and PC Hello! Tell us a bit about yourself I live in a quaint, cozy town just outside of Warsaw, Poland. I have worked in IT my whole professional career; a few years ago, I found employment in a large firm as a Business Analyst in Cyber Security, and I have really been enjoying this position. I mostly work from home, starting early to sync up better with my colleagues. Post-work, I squeeze in as…
You are reading Maker Stations — your Sunday newsletter, where we feature desk tours with makers and creators. Powered by Ghost.Name: Robert VidaureLocation: Inland Empire, California, USOccupation: Creative DirectorRoom size: 9,3 m² (100 ft²)Cost of setup: ~$4,5KSocial media: InstagramWebsite: Robert VidaureHello! Tell us a bit about yourselfI’m a civic designer and creative director based in Southern California.For the past 17 years, I’ve specialised in marketing and branding for the public sector.After I graduated from college, I landed a job working in a marketing and communications department for a local city.It was there that I discovered my passion for working in…
Name: Eric Location: Washington State Occupation: Farm Worker/HS Student Room size: 9,1 m² (98 ft²) Cost of setup: ~$5K Hello! Tell us a bit about yourself Hi! My name is Eric. I’m currently a high school student who has a very unhealthy obsession with trying to cure my OCD with the perfect desk setup. My tech addiction started when COVID-19 first began, and it’s a rabbit-hole I very much enjoy. I play guitar. I’ve been playing it for over 6 years now. And finally, I love shredding on my snowboard up at my local mountain whenever I get the chance.…
Name: AlexandraLocation: San Francisco, California, USAOccupation: Business Administrator Room size: 14 m² (150 ft²)Cost of setup: ~$8KSocial media: Instagram, Twitter, WebtoonHello! Tell us a bit about yourselfI work as a business administrator for a software company — they have adapted to the fully work-from-home model for their employees with very few required days in the office throughout the year.Therefore, I’m able to devote more time to reading, exploring hobbies, gardening, and maintaining a sustainable fitness routine.Outside of work, I’m very passionate about drawing and illustration.I actually graduated with an art degree with hopes of working in the animation industry, but…
Name: Ferdinando MarroneLocation: ItalyOccupation: Sales Assistant in a tech storeDesk area: 1,2 m² (13 ft²)Cost of setup: ~$3,5KSocial media: Instagram, XWebsite: NotionHello! Tell us a bit about yourselfHi! I’m Ferdinando, a technology enthusiast since I was a child. I love all things tech and well-designed.I currently work in a tech store as a salesperson, which suits me because I get to experience and observe all the latest innovations in the tech world.I kicked off my tech content creation journey in mid-2023, eager to share my love for desk setups and all things tech, especially Apple products.I’ve also always loved designing…
Name: Soner Sen Location: Vienna, Austria Occupation: Videographer, Director of Photography Room size: 16 m² (172 ft²) Cost of setup: ~€5,5K ($6K) Social media: Instagram, YouTube Hello! Tell us a bit about yourself I’m Soner, a 27-year-old versatile videographer based in Vienna. I film weddings, events, music videos, social media content for brands and influencers, corporate videos, and much more. Despite having over 15 years of media experience from my media-focused high school, my real turning point was in 2018. I started shooting videos with my iPhone during my film studies and then bought my first camera ever a few…
Name: Peter BeardsleyLocation: Portsmouth, New Hampshire, USAOccupation: eCommerce Technical ArchitectRoom size: 3 m² (35 ft²)Cost of setup: ~$1,5KSocial media: mastodonHello! Tell us a bit about yourselfI currently work as a technical architect at a web agency specialising in eCommerce site development.I work with clients to determine their needs, document the solution, and assist devs working on the project.I attended college in the early-to-mid nineties, just as the web was taking off. It was a fantastic time to be a student, as everything was moving so fast.16 Best Desk Setups from “Study with Me” Content CreatorsHow to study better? Do “study…
Name: Mateus Almeida Location: Austria Occupation: Social Media Manager Room size: 14 m² (150 ft²) Cost of setup: ~€6K ($6,5K) Social media: Instagram, X, YouTube Hello! Tell us a bit about yourself My name is Mateus. I work as a social media manager at a local startup agency, helping brands strategise and manage their online presence. I enjoy working there, the work environment and colleagues are great. When I’m off the clock, I switch gears to family mode. My top priority becomes spending quality time with my wife and young daughter at home. I help out by taking care of…
Name: MarcelLocation: PolandSocial media: InstagramHello! Tell us a bit about yourselfThank you so much for having me on the Maker Stations! My name is Marcel and I’m a 21-year-old content creator from Poland.I’m passionate about productive workspaces, daily tech accessories, and graphic design.In the meantime, I’m also a student and basketball player.My journey with tech started in April 2023, when I began to build my dream desk setup.I’ve constantly improved and curated items for my workspace to achieve its current look and feel.A couple months later I decided to share it with others and created my Instagram profile — a place where you…