Name: Jeorge Paolo Jorge Location: The Philippines Occupation: Designer, Photographer, Content Creator Room size: 6 m² (65 ft²) Cost of the setup: about $1K (MacBook not included) Social media: Instagram, YouTube, Twitter Hey, Jeorge! Tell us a bit about yourself Hi, 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…
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.
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…
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…
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. Rosemary increases alertness and enhances memory Researchers at Northumbria University discovered that the study participants who spent time in a rosemary-scented room had significantly enhanced prospective memory scores, which were 15% higher than those who were in a room with no scent. Additionally, they…
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 Avocado What 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. ⏰ Prep time: 5 mins, no cook Vegetarian Ingredients (serves one): Step 1In a small bowl, mix the cucumber, pomegranate seeds, feta cheese, tomato, olive oil, white wine vinegar, greens, salt, and pepper.Toss gently with a spoon. Step 2Divide…