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Name: Nicolas R. DumasLocation: Nantes, FranceOccupation: Network & Security ConsultantRoom size: 12 m² (129 ft²)Cost of the setup: ~$4KSocial media: InstagramHello! Tell us a bit about yourselfHi there, my name is Nicolas. I am a 31-year-old IT consultant living in Nantes, France.I was born in Paris, but my family moved to Nantes when I was five years old. I went back to Paris for my studies when I turned 18. I lived there for about twelve years before returning to Nantes 1,5 years ago.The reason for this move was that my daughter was born and the COVID-19 made it necessary…

Name: James TFLocation: Brighton & Hove, United KingdomOccupation: VFX & 3D Motion Graphics ArtistRoom size: 16 m² (172 ft²)Cost of the setup: ~$12KSocial media: InstagramWebsite: James TFHey, James! Tell us a bit about yourselfHello! And thanks for taking some time to have a look at my workstation (or should I say maker station?) and hear a bit about what I do.I work full time as a freelance visual effects (VFX) artist, as well as a 3D motion graphics designer (MGFX). I’ve been in the industry for around six years now.For those of you who are clueless as to what that…

Name: James TFLocation: Brighton & Hove, United KingdomOccupation: VFX & 3D Motion Graphics ArtistRoom size: 16 m² (172 ft²)Cost of the setup: ~$12KSocial media: InstagramWebsite: James TFHey, James! Tell us a bit about yourselfHello! And thanks for taking some time to have a look at my workstation (or should I say maker station?) and hear a bit about what I do.I work full time as a freelance visual effects (VFX) artist, as well as a 3D motion graphics designer (MGFX). I’ve been in the industry for around six years now.For those of you who are clueless as to what that…

Name: PJ ManaloLocation: Makati City, Metro Manila, PhilippinesOccupation: Human Resources ConsultantRoom size: 12,3 m² (132,4 ft²). Desktop space: 1,8 m² (19,3 ft²).Cost of the setup: ~$6K, including the PC and monitorsHey, PJ! Tell us a bit about yourselfI’m a Human Resources Consultant and manager for an international HR Consulting and Solutions company.I get to collaborate with HR practitioners from all over the world. I help them so they could help their own organisations. I provide advice, training, designing and putting in place HR systems & frameworks.Before the pandemic, my job involved a lot of travel — with upwards of 100…

Name: Madelaine and Andrew MaddockLocation: Earlswood, SurreyOccupation: Freelance Editor (Madelaine) and Software Developer (Andrew)Room size: 11 m² (118 ft²)Cost of the setup: ~$3K, including a desk, shelves, screen, keyboard, and a chairSocial media: InstagramHey, Madelaine and Andrew! Tell us a bit about yourselvesMadelaine: Hi, I’m a freelance editor working on books in academic publishing, and my husband is a software developer.I have been working in publishing for twenty-one years (fourteen of them in London), and then I started working from home to raise our family.I have always been interested in interior design as my whole family is full of artists…

Necessity is the mother of invention — and no one gets more inventive than small space dwellers.Whether your WFH situation is temporary, you’re working with a low budget or living in a tiny home, there are times when buying a large desk just isn’t ideal.Take a look at some of these low-budget desk alternatives for small spaces.Lap deskTurn any couch, chair, or bed into your home office with a lap desk.These affordable desk alternatives come in a wide range of designs and prices to choose from. They’re a viable option if you want to work in a café while travelling,…

Think your small apartment doesn’t have enough space for a home office? Think again! You’ll be pleasantly surprised by these smart desk designs that cleverly work around the smallest of spaces. Whether you work from a kitchen, bedroom, or cupboard under the stairs, these unique and unconventional desk designs allow you to create a comfortable workspace just about anywhere.Ladder DesksLadder desks (or leaning desks) are a space-saving solution for small home offices. These desks take up less space than traditional desks and have a sleek, modern design that is visually appealing. Despite the minimal design, ladder desks pack a lot…

It starts out small.A book out of the shelf, a charger with nowhere to go. Before you know it, it’s too late — clutter’s taken over your home office.Don’t let mess hold you hostage. With some simple tips and tricks, you can keep clutter at bay.Working in a clean workspace can reduce stress and take the load off your mind. To achieve the minimalist look, Bogdan Patraucean went wireless as much as possibleIdentify how you use the home officeThe first step to decluttering any room is to understand how you use it.This step is all about identifying the items you…

Name: Patrick JohnsLocation: Melbourne, AustraliaOccupation: Graphic DesignerRoom size: 9 m² (97 ft²)Cost of the setup: ~$4,4KSocial media: Instagram, TwitterHey, Patrick! Tell us a bit about yourselfHi, I’m Patrick, a Melbourne-based designer and amateur photographer. In my full-time job, I’m an in-house graphic designer for a furniture company. I also freelance a bit.I’ve been in the design industry for four years now — I love it more than ever. My friends and I are looking to start our own marketing and design studio and hopefully make it a full-time gig one day.I also love to play video games on PS, Switch,…

Name: Bram van DuijvenvoordeLocation: The NetherlandsOccupation: Content CreatorRoom size: 7 m² (75 ft²)Cost of the setup: ~$2K, but most items were giftedSocial media: Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, YouTubeHey, Bram! Tell us a bit about yourselfHi! I’m Bram, an 18-year-old creator based in the Netherlands.A little over 2,5 years ago, I started an Instagram page called @appletodaynow, which has now grown to over 20K followers — and I enjoy creating content for it! Instagram turned out to be a perfect place to share my thoughts on Apple and technology in general.At first, I only used my Instagram account for reposting. I would…