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Name: Luca MezzaliraLocation: London, UKOccupation: Principal Serverless Specialist Solutions Architect at AWSRoom size: 6 m² (65 ft²)Cost of setup: ~£3,3K ($4,2K)Social media: Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTubeHello! Tell us a bit about yourselfHi all! My name is Luca.I’m Italian, but I have lived in London for the past ten years.I’m currently working as Principal Serverless Specialist for AWS.I am self-taught.I learnt a lot with the help of different communities and because I’m passionate about tech, I spent countless hours in front of my digital devices for learning, working and creating content.Because of my background, I truly believe in the power of…

Name: KiboorouLocation: SingaporeOccupation: Product DesignerCost of setup: ~$4KSocial media: Instagram, YouTubeWebsite: kiboorouHello! Tell us a bit about yourselfHola My name is Kiboorou (of course, that’s not my real name).I’m a digital product designer living in Singapore.Apart from being a busy designer, I occasionally document my hobbies, including mechanical keyboards, on my website, Instagram, and YouTube channel.Take us through your setup Item Model Monitor LG 27UL850 4K Monitor mount PRISM+ ARC Stealth Single Monitor Monitor light bar Yeelight Smart Monitor Screen Bar Pro Mini PC Mac Mini M1 Desk AdapTable Standing Desk Headphones Sony WH1000XM4 Keyboard Monokei x TGR Tomo, Sangeo65,…

A well-built desk setup isn’t just about aesthetics; it’s a productivity power tool. We’ve compiled a robust list of 42 practical desk setup ideas — all backed by real creative professionals. These creators have generously shared their personal workspace strategies, insights, and recommendations in the interviews and home office tours we’ve featured right here on Maker Stations. In this article, you’ll uncover authentic desk setups and actionable tips from fellow makers who are navigating the WFH lifestyle, just like you. Real people, real workspaces. So, let’s skip the fluff and get straight to the goods. Dive into these practical, tried-and-tested…

Name: Vania Location: San Francisco Bay Area, California, US Occupation: Office Assistant Cost of setup: ~$3,7k (including equipment, such as a monitor) Social media: Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, Pinterest Website: Vaniabeann Hello! Tell us a bit about yourself Hi, I’m Vania. I’m an office assistant who loves to travel in her free time, but I also enjoy being a homebody, staying at home reading manga or playing video games. Even though I don’t work from home, I have always wanted a comfortable space of my own to be able to enjoy sitting down and pursuing my hobbies. I also wanted to…

Name: Asher Mitilinakis Location: London, England, United Kingdom Occupation: Front-end Software Developer Cost of setup: ~£3K ($3,7K) Social media: Instagram, TikTok, YouTube Hello! Tell us a bit about yourself Hi! I’m Asher, born and raised in London and currently working as a front-end developer for a crypto accounting start-up. I previously spent five years working in IT Recruitment, mainly recruiting cybersecurity professionals and software engineers, which is how I first became interested in coding! My long-term goal is to launch my own mobile apps, a few of which I’m currently building. I started my social media accounts as I’ve always…

Name: Kevin Walton Location: Uxbridge, Ontario, Canada Occupation: Freelance Creative Professional in Media and Design Cost of setup: ~13,5K CAD ($10,2K) Social media: Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, YouTube Website: Kevin Walton Hello! Tell us a bit about yourself Hello! 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…

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: Nao Location: Paris, France Occupation: Makeup Artist Room size: 16 m² (172 ft²) Cost of setup: ~€10K (~$11K) Social media: Instagram, Twitch Hello! Tell us a bit about yourself Hi 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…