Name: Ryan NicholsonLocation: Yorkshire, United KingdomOccupation: Racing Data AnalystCost of the setup: “Difficult to say due to obscure collecting habits”Social media: personal Instagram and photography InstagramHey, Ryan! Tell us a bit about yourselfHello, my name’s Ryan. I’m 27 and I work as a Racing Data Analyst for a local media agency. I have been working from home since March 2020 and I’ve adapted well to the new home working environment.I monitor the company’s infrastructure, live broadcast feeds and respond to customer queries. A lot of the job is shift work, involving a mixed rota of nights, afternoons and mornings. That’s…
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.
Scents influence not only how we feel, but also how much we can accomplish. So it seems counterintuitive to ignore this aspect of setting up a home office.It’s time to fix that. Here is a scientifically proven list of scents that will help you stay productive while working from home and may lessen your fatigue.Scents for performance improving: Citrus, Jasmine, EucalyptusScents for boosting problem-solving skills: Rosemary, Vetiver, CoffeeScents for increasing alertness: Peppermint, Ginger, CinnamonScents for recharging and reducing anxiety: Lavender, Pine, Lemongrass, Bergamot, Ylang YlangRosemary increases alertness and enhances memoryRosemary is credited with promoting clear thinking. Photo by Stepan BabaninResearchers…
It’s time to kiss a bland bowl of cereal goodbye.With these fail-proof and healthy recipes, you are less than 15 minutes away from powering up your morning.5-minute Mediterranian-Style Stuffed AvocadoWhat makes this light and nutrient-rich meal special is its experimental nature. Goat cheese, smoked salmon, olives or capers — use your favourite ingredients to create a perfect combo.An easy way to make a morning avo-inspiring. Photo by Heather Ford⏰ Prep time: 5 mins, no cook Vegetarian Ingredients (serves one): 1 ripe avocado sliced in half and pitted2 tbsp thinly chopped cucumbers2 tbsp chopped tomatoes2 tbsp pomegranate seeds30g feta cheese1 tsp…
Name: Nadine WestphalLocation: Kiel, GermanyOccupation: Sports economist, Fitness coach, Techno DJRoom size: 15 m2 (161,5 ft²)Cost of the setup: $4,3KSocial media: Instagram, Facebook, Soundcloud and BeatportHey, Nadine! Tell us a bit about yourselfHi, I am Nadine, a perpetual self-explorer!For the past few years, I have tried quite a few different things. After school, I completed my pastry chef training. Even though I enjoyed it a lot, I knew it wasn’t my true passion.Later on, I finished my dual study course in sports economics. Although I have a relevant job now, I’m always looking for new opportunities.I’ve been working as a…
Name: Cam DiCecca Location: Boston, Massachusetts, US Occupation: IT Systems Engineer Room size: 0,8 m² (8,6 ft2) — desk area Cost of the setup: ~$1,5K (without PC & monitor), ~$4,1K (with PC & monitor) Social media: Instagram Website: camdicecca.com Hey, Cam! Tell us a bit about yourself I’ve had a passion for computers and technology ever since I could remember. I would always be so excited when I was allowed to use the family computer growing up and loved “Typing Class” in my early school years. I graduated from college/university with a degree in Information Technology & Computer Networking, and…
Name: Lisa MartinovskáLocation: Prague, Czech RepublicOccupation: Product DesignerRoom size: 3,5 m2 (37,7 ft²)Cost of the setup: $4,080 (tech) + $222 (a table) + $300 (promo and gifted items)Social media: Instagram, Twitter and DribbbleHey, Lisa! Tell us a bit about yourselfHeya! As you already know, my name is Lisa and I am currently based in Prague, Czech Republic. Yes, it’s that tiny country at the very heart of Europe.I am a UX/UI designer, which practically means that I can take your idea (and budget, haha) and deliver the final solution. I am able to handle pretty much everything from research to…
Name: Ian JonesLocation: Pittsburgh, PA, USOccupation: Photographer, Content Creator, MarketerRoom size: 8 m2 (86 ft²)Cost of the setup: $11K (including $5,5K Tamron’s lens collection)Social media: InstagramWebsite: isjdesigns.comHey, Ian! Tell us a bit about yourselfMy name is Ian Jones. I would like to think I’m a pretty popular photographer here in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. I was born in Las Vegas and grew up in Upstate NY. The arts and college brought me to Pittsburgh. Moving to a big city changed my perspective from a small town in Upstate NY. It shocked me how so much more is accessible to you. There wasn’t…
The pandemic has changed everything, and we have all had to adjust to new ways of living and getting things done. No doubt working from home can offer the no-more-commuting benefit and lots of other perks. But we should also be mindful of the stress, anxiety, and uncertainty it can produce. Here are some big strategies, little hacks, and personal advice to help you maintain your productivity and stay balanced while working remotely.55 Tips for Working from Home (2022)How to work from home happily and productively. Creators and makers all over the world share their experiences, challenges and actionable WFH…
They say you should set up a home office in the most light-filled, spacious, and comfortable corner in your place. But what if there is no such corner or you cannot do so for objective reasons? With the right decor choices, even the tiniest, darkest room tucked away in the back of your home can be transformed into a great home office. Here are 9 proven interior design tricks to make a small, windowless room feel bigger and brighter. Paint it in a light, airy colour Pick a light palette of pastel colours for a home office to make it…
Name: Merve Location: Glasgow, Scotland Occupation: Postgraduate student Room size: 20 m2 (215 ft²) Cost of the setup: $693 (£500) Social media: YouTube and Instagram Hey, Merve! Tell us a bit about yourself Hi, this is Merve and I am a post-grad student in Glasgow. While doing my master, I wanted to save some memories for later. Initially, I wanted to create a YouTube channel and put my videos while studying at the library or walking around the gorgeous University of Glasgow campus for myself. Not many people know that but YouTube could also be used as a cloud service…