Name: James Zhan Location: Toronto, Canada Occupation: Videographer, video editor, and audio engineer Room size: 12 m² (130 ft²) Cost of setup: ~$12.2K Social media: Tech Review YT Channel, Motion Graphics YT Channel, X Hello! Tell us a bit about yourself I’ve been working in digital media since 2015, before I turned 20. From 2015 to mid-2023, I worked as a metal audio engineer, mixing and mastering records for metal bands around the world. I also had my stint in portrait photography. And since 2023, I’ve been working full-time as a videographer and video editor. Like many, I started a…
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: R.U.I Location: Osaka, Japan Occupation: Web Engineer Room size: 10 m² (108 ft²) Cost of setup: $3,6K Social media: X Hello! Tell us a bit about yourself I write a blog [in Japanese — editor’s note] focused on gadget reviews under the theme “Stimulate your life with gadgets and things.” During the week, I work as a web engineer and marketer for an e-commerce site management company. I work remotely from this desk once a week. I’m also passionate about cameras and photography — my favorite is the Leica Q2! Take us through your setup ItemModelMonitorJAPANNEXT JN-VG34100UWQHDR Monitor mountCOFO…
SPONSORED Being productive at home is about getting the right things done, not everything done. That’s why we built Bento Focus. Download Bento for free Name: Rishad AmarkhelLocation: San Francisco Bay Area, USOccupation: Art Director and DesignerRoom size: 10′5″ × 11′2″ (11 m²)Cost of setup: ~$8K — $12KSocial media: Instagram, LinkedInWebsite: Design, Glyph, PhotographyHello! Tell us a bit about yourselfMy design journey began with a non-traditional path, sparked by hands-on experimentation with apps like Photoshop, 3ds Max, and Illustrator.As I became more familiar with these tools, my passion shifted towards understanding the fundamentals of design — human psychology, design principles,…
Name: Robert McCombe Location: Wallasey, UK Occupation: Content Creator (Ex-Graphic Designer) Room size: 10 m² (108 ft²) Cost of setup: Around £7K ($9K). It’s really hard to put a number on it, as some of the items were gifts from brands. Social media: Instagram, YouTube Hello! Tell us a bit about yourself Hey! At the moment, I’m lucky enough to say that I am a full-time content creator, with my content focused on my desk setup, design, photography, and cool products. I studied graphic design at university and was fortunate to land a job in the industry soon after graduating.…
Name: Yassir Hanzife Location: Safi, Morocco Occupation: Product Designer / Webflow Developer Room size: 16,75 m² (180 ft²) Cost of setup: ~$6,5K Social media: Instagram, LinkedIn, X Website: Yassir Hanzife Hello! Tell us a bit about yourself Hey there! I’m Yassir Hanzife, a UX designer and Webflow developer with a lifelong love for graphic design that began when I first heard of the internet in 2008. I started with Photoshop CC, explored gaming during my childhood, and drew inspiration from YouTubers like MKBHD when they were first starting out. From an early age, I was always drawn to how technology…
Name: Tristan Green (Captain Sterling) Location: Texas, United States Occupation: Product / Wedding Photographer Social media: Instagram Hello! Tell us a bit about yourself My journey as a keyboard designer and photographer began when I graduated from college and started taking photos of my friends and our adventures. Eventually, through sharing these images, I started receiving requests for graduation photos, weddings, and more. This inspired me to reach out to brands to build my photography portfolio. Now I run my own photography business. I collaborate with various brands as a photographer and videographer and also take on portrait work for…
Name: Aaron von Kreisler Location: Austin, Texas, the United States Occupation: Small Business Owner Cost of setup: ~$5K including all tech Social media: Instagram Website: Modhaus Hello! Tell us a bit about yourself I’m a software engineer turned business owner with a knack for making things. One of the most rewarding things for me is being able to take something from an idea and turn it into reality — whether that is in software, business, or any other creative endeavour. I started my entrepreneurial journey by building and refurbishing furniture in my garage on the side, which quickly transitioned into…
Name: Kristina Fostovets Location: Spain Occupation: Illustrator, Content Creator Room size: 13 m² (140 ft²) Social media: Instagram, LinkedIn Website: Buntarke Hello! Tell us a bit about yourself Hi, I’m Kris, but most people know me by my alias, “Buntarke.” I’m an independent illustrator and content creator currently based in Spain. As a freelance illustrator, I primarily focus on editorial and advertising work. On the content creation side, I collaborate with brands and small businesses to review and promote their products, events, and more. I’m a big fan of technology, video games, comics, and the film industry, and these interests…
Name: Rosdi Annuar Location: Selangor, Malaysia Occupation: Project Accountant Room size: 13 m² (140 ft²) Cost of setup: ~$5K Social media: Instagram Hello! Tell us a bit about yourself Hello, my name is Rosdi, and I’m a Chartered Accountant based in Selangor, Malaysia, working remotely for a multinational IT company. My role involves handling and managing the accounting aspects of projects for the IT services provided by the company to some of the world’s largest companies. I’m also a husband and father to two beautiful daughters. In my free time, I’m a hobbyist content creator, sharing my desk setup journey…
Name: Kamp Location: Canada Occupation: Brand Manager Room size: 14 m² (150 ft²) Cost of setup: ~$5K Social media: Instagram, Pinterest, TikTok, YouTube Hello! Tell us a bit about yourself Hello! I’m Kamp (I go by the pseudonym kamp), though some of you might know me as Kampstudioo online. I currently work full-time as a brand manager and designer in the tech industry. My passion for branding, technology, and creating personal spaces led me to combine these interests into one journey. Recently, I’ve started posting more consistently and hope to turn this into a vibrant platform where I can share…