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Name: Joakim NilsenLocation: Northern NorwayOccupation: Bowling Alley ManagerRoom size: 7,5 m² (80,7 ft²)Cost of the setup: ~$6K including PC and studio equipmentWebsite: Memz on SoundCloudHey, Joakim! Tell us a bit about yourselfHey! My name is Joakim (artist name Memz), and I reside in the cold north of Norway.I’m an electronic musician who focuses primarily on instrumental storytelling and experimentation.My music is heavily inspired by the environments I grew up in and I aim to make music that bridges the gap between organic nature and the rigid digital realm.I became interested in music-making and, more specifically, weird sounds at a very…

Do you struggle to focus and concentrate at work? Sometimes all you need is the right background noise. Give it a go and see what happens.5 reasons why ambient and generative music are perfect for WFH They keep one’s mind from wandering. There are no lyrics or clearly distinguishable words. They block out distracting noises and conversations. They help prevent intrusive thoughts and avoid absolute silence which can be demoralising at times (although some might argue that complete silence cannot be achieved unless you are audibly impaired). They are usually customisable, as opposed to non-generative music. They are naturally beautiful…

These small changes in your desk setup will greatly (and gently) increase your productivity and make you feel comfortable when working from home.Set the right room temperatureIn a study conducted at Cornell University, workers’ typing errors dropped by 44% when their office temperature was raised from 68 to 77 degrees Fahrenheit (20° to 25° Celsius). The participants were also able to type 150% more in that environment.While the study doesn’t account for individual preferences, try adjusting the temperature of your home office to see how it impacts your attitude.Since Dyson Cool fans, projecting a stream of smooth air for personal…

Name: Jeorge Paolo JorgeLocation: The PhilippinesOccupation: Designer, Photographer, Content CreatorRoom size: 6 m² (65 ft²)Cost of the setup: about $1K (MacBook not included)Social media: Instagram, YouTube, TwitterHey, Jeorge! Tell us a bit about yourselfHi, my name is Jeorge. I’m a designer, photographer, and content creator based in the Philippines.I found my love for design in high school and I do still have the same passion for it.I was fortunate enough to be working as a designer for a startup here in the Philippines. It’s actually my first job and I’m still with the same company for I think seven years…

Name: Richard SoledadLocation: San Marcos, California, USOccupation: Freelance Creative DesignerRoom size: 13,4 m² (144 ft2), desk area fitted in 0,5 m² (5 ft2) cornerCost of the setup: ~$4K for the main setup which includes the computer, desk, headphones and gaming console. Other things are gifted or given.Social media: InstagramWebsite: 5inbetween.comHey, Richard! Tell us a bit about yourselfMy name is Richard, and I am a Creative Designer based in San Marcos, CA. Or San Diego, if it makes things easier to geographically locate.It’s a little hard even for me to believe it, but I have been designing for close to twenty…

Name: David WallLocation: Västervik, SwedenOccupation: Filmmaker & PhotographerRoom size: 45 m² (484 ft²)Cost of the setup: $42KSocial media: InstagramWebsite: Denhefdigital.com Hey, David! Tell us a bit about yourselfI am a freelance filmmaker, photographer and content creator based in Västervik, Sweden.I have collaborated with a variety of clients, ranging from celebrities like Björn Ulvaeus to a luxury Italian yachts brand.While living in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, I started my own business called Denhef Digital. It’s named after the De Hef bridge that survived World War II.David Wall runs several businesses, including photo & filmmaking services, desk mat production, and accounting practiceI do…

Sharing a home office doesn’t have to be a challenge. The key is having the right accessories and peripherals to make it work for both of you. Here are 13 game-changers that’ll transform your shared workspace into a productivity powerhouse. 1. Plug in without hassles: a surge-protected power strip A good powerstrip with surge protection is essential. It’ll keep all your gadgets safely charged up without any cable wars. 2. Wire chaos sorted: cable clips A pack of self-adhesive cable clips can be a lifesaver. They help you keep your cables organised and easy to identify — no more guessing…

Name: Matt JaworskiLocation: Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaOccupation: Co-founder & Chief Technical Officer @ PeepSo.comRoom size: 14 m² (150 ft²) Cost of the setup: ~$15k including the furnitureWebsite: PeepSo.comHey, Matt! Tell us a bit about yourselfI come from a web developer background. I was a freelancer & digital nomad for the majority of my career.In 2017, my best friend and I incorporated PeepSo.com in the US, and since then I’ve been working on my own business.I’m usually OK working just from one laptop screen — which is kind of a requirement for a digital nomad — but given the pandemic, I spend…

Name: Hazel JenningsLocation: San Francisco, California, USOccupation: Writer, DesignerRoom size: 9,3 m² (100 ft2)Cost of the setup: about $1,5KSocial media: Instagram, VimeoWebsite: The Hardest Part PodcastHey, Hazel! Tell us a bit about yourselfHi! I’m Hazel. I live with my husband, Daniel, and my 15-year-old rescue dog, Molly, in San Francisco.I have a full-time writer & designer gig at a big tech company. And, outside of work, I like making podcasts and short films.I like riding my pink bike around the city, going on epic camping-adventure-road-trips, taking dance classes and learning pop songs on my ukulele. I also really love animals.I’m…

Here’s a handpicked collection of minimalist and quirky, small and spacious real shared home offices for two people — including side-by-side, face-to-face, and open-plan arrаngements. Instant home office for two on a spare wall The room that was destined to become a shared home office for Mary Laurens, a lifestyle blogger from South Carolina, and her husband, sat right in the middle of the house. Every day that “eyesore” would threaten Mary as a whole since the doors were always open. She eventually bought a desk at World Market and hung her favourite Mandi Nelson’s print on the wall, but…