Author: Francesco Riganese

Not everyone has the luxury of being able to organise a home office in a spare dedicated room. If you are thinking about converting your bedroom into a multipurpose space that will also serve as a maker station, here are seven crucial tips to help you prevent feeling like you’re sleeping at work. Divide a room into two zones The key to productive working from your bedroom lies in keeping a clear distinction between your focus and relaxation areas. That’s what matters most, so don’t undervalue it. Consider using a curtain to separate work and sleep zones. Once you’ve finished,…

Name: Matt TranLocation: Toronto, Ontario, CanadaOccupation: UX/UI DesignerRoom size: 9,3 m² (100 ft²) Cost of the setup: $500 excluded tech ($4K if you include laptop, monitor, keyboard, etc.)Social media: Instagram, YouTubeWebsite: thematttran.comHey, Matt! Tell us a bit about yourselfHey! My name is Matt and I’m a UX/UI designer by day, and a content creator during all the other hours.Growing up, I’ve always had a passion for design and technology. I played a lot of video games such as MapleStory and CS:GO.I watched a lot of anime (my favourite being the Gundam series) and messed about with graphic design in Photoshop.I…

Name: Lisa W. Location: Passau, Germany Occupation: Student Room size: 9 m² (97 ft²) Cost of the setup: $14K Social media: Instagram and YouTube Hey, Lisa! Tell us a bit about yourself I’m a trainee teacher for high school English & Geography in my third year, and I work as a student research assistant part-time. So far my favourite classes in college have been English phonetics & phonology, Introduction to American Studies, and Political & Social Geography of the United States. I love learning about different cultures and places all around the world. Travelling is a great passion of mine!…

Name: Kevin NgLocation: Toronto, CanadaOccupation: Front-End DeveloperRoom size: 16,7 m² (180 ft²). Desk area: 2,3 m² (25 ft²)Cost of the setup: $3,2KSocial media: InstagramHey, Kevin! Tell us a bit about yourselfHi, I’m Kevin! I’m a graphic designer turned front-end developer based in Toronto, Canada.It’s almost a cliché but I feel like I was born with an attention to design and detail.Throughout high school, I was well on the path of going into computer science. It wasn’t until almost the last minute when I decided I would go into graphic design instead.I aspired to be able to design something that would…

Name: Shekinah Glory Location: Wellington, New Zealand Occupation: University Student Room size: 9,26 m² (99,67 ft²) Cost of the setup: $2K Social media: Instagram, YouTube Hey, Shekinah! Tell us a bit about yourself Hi, my name is Shekinah. I am a Filipina based in New Zealand. I am currently in my second year, studying BS in Chemistry at Victoria University of Wellington. I’ve been residing here in New Zealand since 2015. Through some unforeseen circumstances, I wasn’t able to study at that time and had to accept various jobs to support myself. I experienced cleaning a 2-storey house, cleaning a…

Name: Jason Dela CuevaLocation: Bacoor City, Cavite, the PhilippinesOccupation: Admin AssistantRoom size: “Apologies, I don’t know the exact measurements of the room but it is about the same size as a typical small college dorm”Cost of the setup: $2KSocial media: InstagramHey, Jason! Tell us a bit about yourselfHi! My name is Jason Dela Cueva. I’m 28 years old and I work as an admin assistant and a foundation staff at a small office in Parañaque City.For the last few years, I have struggled to find the right job. In exploring my aspirations, I dipped my toes in different waters.First, I…

Name: Matúš Gocman Location: Bratislava, Slovakia Occupation: Civil Engineering and Architecture student Room size: 12 m² (129 ft²) Cost of the setup: $1,7K Social media: Instagram Hey, Matúš! Tell us a bit about yourself I’m a second-year college student. I study Architecture and Civil Engineering at the Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava. I love architecture and design. After I finish my studies, I’m planning to devote my time to these interests. In addition to studying, I work as an AutoCAD draftsman and freelance architect. I enjoy taking photos, as well! My passion for interior design stems from my love…

Name: Joakim Nilsen Location: Northern Norway Occupation: Bowling Alley Manager Room size: 7,5 m² (80,7 ft²) Cost of the setup: ~$6K including PC and studio equipment Website: Memz on SoundCloud Hey, Joakim! Tell us a bit about yourself Hey! 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…

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 Coffitivity: soothing sounds of your favourite coffee shop Coffitivity is designed to mimic the atmosphere of a bustling cafe. Morning Murmur, Lunchtime Lounge, or University Undertones — уou can choose from these three tracks to listen to for free. Paris Paradise, Brazilian Bistro, and Texas Teahouse are available for $9 per year. For Coffitivity founders, it all started as a way to boost…

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…