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This desk design’s attention to detail makes it perfect for organization addicts!

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A regular desk with a drawer seems just plain drab compared to the uber-cool OLLLY desk! Not only handsome, but it’s also designed to accommodate all your modern devices and not-so-modern apparatuses.

Olly Desk by Pavel Vetrov features multiple perfect little niches in your table desk that holds your stationery in place for you. Along with this, there is a small cut out that holds all the wires and cables from a laptop, computer, or other equipment in the center of the table. Who needs to buy more organizers when your desk is so mindful of your needs? We are in love already. Aside from a pull-out drawer at its center, it also has openings dedicated to propping up your tablet, phone, or other slim techs for easy viewing that takes up less desktop real estate than laying them down flat. In a sleek ebony and oak combination, it’s a chic and functional office option you can get here!

Designer: Pavel Petrov for Zegen

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All black desk setups that will inspire you to adapt this modern minimal trend

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With 2020 becoming the year we all work from home, your setup has never mattered more. When working from home especially, it is important to carve that space out for ourselves where we can sit down, clear our mind, and focus on what needs to be done with speed and efficiency. Use these designs to get inspired, get to know yourself better, and create your own setup that rivals any of the ones featured here!

Benjamin Ong, who goes on Instagram by the name @thericebucket and is a self-proclaimed tech geek shows us his desk setup that has a dark theme with a hint of warmth running through it. Since he works on tech reviews as well as photography presets, his desk reflects the ease of access needed to quickly reach out to his camera or anything else needed to capture the moment before the light changes!

Landon Bytheway (@landonbtw), a fulltime filmmaker, content creator, and mentor is also a full-time dad and a star wars fan – all of which his desk setup reflects for him. Using a 2 monitor setup, one stacked above the other saves precious desk space while his lightsabers add a warm glow to the room. From the looks of it, his Padawan is more than excited to start his training!

I love concrete as the material of choice for a room and this setup by Garrett King (@shortstache) is the perfect inspiration for anyone who shares my love of concrete. Almost brutally raw, the setup showcases sharp corners in contrast with warm brown leather and wood accents. From the planter, the pen holder to the room itself, everything follows the concrete theme and creates a modern-looking minimal work setup!

André️ Ratola (@andreratola) literally highlights the yin-yang balance of the universe with this black and white setup. Using black as the primary color across his desk, that space is saved from being too dark with the white accessories that line the wall to his side.

One look at Spencer Ryan’s (@thespenceryan) desk tells you everything he loves at a glance – his love for gaming, coffee, and the count meter that shows his dedication to his social media pages. One thing though, this setup shows that a dark setup does not mean a dull setup. Looking at the pop of neon colors across his gadgets and we know this works for us!

Tim Chow (@tdchow) adds fun to his setup with the individual triangle-shaped lights- reshape them and light them up to add a new level to your desk setup. Special points for that beautiful mechanical keyboard that adds a contrasting focal point to the look.

Richii (@privatedesk) adds a pop of greenery to his setup with an amazing green wall! A documentary filmmaker by profession, his desk shelves are a mixed bag of things he loves – right from vintage scooter figurine, his collection of lenses, and his adoration of Steve Jobs, an inspiration for all designers.

This setup by Ronald Monte (@ronshredz) is every gamer’s dream! Dark, intense, and with a shocking use of white, this setup sets you up for some exciting gaming sessions. Game mode on.

If I could name this setup, I would name it Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde! Designed by Jonas Grossecappenberg (@jonasgrossecappenberg) this setup shows the importance and the impact of lighting on your setup – going from a fresh modern daytime look to a badass dark look in a jiffy!

If you think making your desk setup rock is an expensive job, think again. Ty (@tytydev) has a minimal setup, using a one-arm stand to lift his monitor while preserving the most important thing for any minimal setup – desk real estate. Add in some mood lighting and some badass wallpaper designs, you have a desk setup that will energize you for the day ahead!

Want more desk setup inspiration before you set up yours? Check out these badass desk setups curated by us, for you! If black is your color of choice, check these all-black interior designs to give your home a modern minimal makeover.

Desk setup’s that maximize your work from home productivity!

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Working from home, a luxury previously is now posing challenges to the world. With the lockdown making us come up with creative solutions to our working woes, one thing is for certain, the need for a work from home setup is higher than ever. So why not use this time to inspire us? Desk setup’s are a reflection of our work personality – from your interests and passions to help you focus better, each of these desk setup is sure to be a conversation starter.

Lucas Talbert’s dorm room setup puts all the dorm rooms to shame! With this off-the-desk setup, you have plenty of space to navigate the existing school desk space while retaining the modern aesthetics.

There is no such thing as ‘too big a screen’! We love this vibrant desk setup which is perfect for working from home and Netflix and chill once work is done!

This setup by @marccaldwelldesign showcases his love of music and clean graphics with an equally modern, minimal setup!

This setup is the king of all cable management! Not a single loose wire in sight, this desk setup gives you an almost futuristic feel. Can’t wait for the time computers go wireless!

If black is your thing, then this setup by Gary Kwok is meant to be your inspiration! The monochromatic colour scheme takes away from the distractions and helps you focus on the bright screen in front of you.

Junsue’s desk setup proves that you don’t need a whole room to create a dedicated space for yourself! A simple alcove can be transformed to create your creative space, as shown here!

Matthew Encina, the Chief Content Officer of The Futur uses the page Mod Musing’s to showcase his work setup and daily lifestyle. Now since this is the setup that helps him be super productive, it is sure to surge us with some Monday morning motivation!

Vertical screens are a great tool to get all that extra screen space while saving up on precious desk real estate! So if your workspace demands on, get inspired by this setup and don’t shy away from using a vertical screen to get the best of both worlds.

Matt LaVasseur’s desk setup makes an attic look cool all over again. Using the skylight to create a natural highlight, the setup plays with lights and uses the window as an extremely creative focal point for the user to think while getting rid of all their distractions.

Your setup is a reflection of your work personality. Satechi’s desk setup allows you to reflect that boss spirit and motivate you for work every morning!

Desk setups that maximize productivity: Part 3

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Sitting on a desk for hours on end can prove to be tedious, and well, even boring. With every hour, the clutter tends to increase, and by the end of the day, you have a massive mess to deal with. So here are a few desk setups to maximize productivity and to ensure that your precious work desk stays as neat and tidy as possible. Remember, a clean desk means a clean mind!

This clutter-free desk setup by u/zr6x with only the bare essentials, a splash of green, and some candle lighting can do wonders in enhancing day to day productivity!

This work desk by Garvin Ling with its ultrawide monitor amped with a curved screen and a cute little iPhone stand could work well for all the gadget lovers!

This desk set up featuring a vertical screen by Julia Johnson is perfect for all the web developers out there!

A subtle and minimal work desk featuring hints of white and wooden accents by Jakob Wiemer.

A Yin and Yang work desk by Satechi, that could be used by you and your partner! If you both can make it through the day without murdering one another, that is. The black and white themes on this contrast each other perfectly, just like you and your loved one!

A minimal wooden desk by u/Xychologic for all the minimalists out there! The white PC accessories, plus the potted plant add on to the clean minimal aesthetic.

The desktop stand on this work desk by Fatih Arslan makes it look like the screen is floating!

A setup by u/stundex for all the music producers and makers!

Designed by Michael Hilgers, the Cornito is a super cool space-saving desk, that fits right into the corners of your home or office. The pyramid style shelves have been fitted with lighting. This is a desk with an edge!

For more such neat and tidy productivity-enhancing desk setups, check out Part 1 and 2 of this series!

Desk setups that maximize productivity: Part 2

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If your job requires you to sit at a desk, you probably spend more waking hours at that desk each day than you do in your own home (or in any other part of your home, if that’s where you work from). If you love your job, this may not seem like such a bad thing, but it’s still worth maximizing your small space for ultimate productivity. Check out this Part 1 of our desk setup series to get you inspired!

Home office setup by Naufal Zuhdi

Michael Soledad shares his desk setup for productivity 

Sneaker Dreams by Edmonton Photographer and Justin Tse 

Pegboard office setup by Tomek Koszyk


Classy workspace that utilizes its surroundings by thedesigner2011 

Shared workspace goals by Valezrina

Travel Bloggers setup by Sam Ciurdar 

Editor’s setup found via Artlist 

Walking Workspace found via iSetups

Minimal dark grey setup by Nikolay of Beauty of Technology 

Gaming Room setup found via Desktop Wars 

Vertical screens rule this desk setup by Milad Atefi

Desk Setups that maximize Productivity

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If your job requires you to sit at a desk, you probably spend more waking hours at that desk each day than you do in your own home (or in any other part of your home, if that’s where you work from). If you love your job, this may not seem like such a bad thing, but it’s still worth maximizing your small space for ultimate productivity.

We asked design and productivity experts for advice on how best to structure, organize, and decorate your desk to create a workspace that serves you, keeps you on task, and makes you feel good about what you’re doing.

Focus on Functionality

Keep it simple and functional with items you use all the time. My desktop must-haves include a stapler; a jar of pens, pencils, and highlighters; a candle; and, most important, my planners. My life is in my day planner, so having that right next to me as I work ensures that I stay on task and plan accordingly when responding to emails. It also has all my important to-dos and papers right inside.

— Meghan Meredith, life coach and home organizer; Atlanta, Georgia

Practice Minimalism

Having a clear space helps you avoid decision fatigue. If you have a lot of clutter on your desk, it creates a lot of stimuli for your brain to constantly react and respond to. Likewise, if you have a lot of stuff in your space that you have to move and shift around, you’ll likely feel flustered and spend more time finding the things you need. Be intentional and selective about what goes where. If you have a lot of decor you love, consider switching it out weekly instead of trying to fit it all on your desk at once.

— Sarah Steckler, productivity expert

Organize Based On How You Work and Think

The way you set up your desk should depend on your job and mirror the flow of your thoughts and materials. If you’re a linear thinker or someone who works based on task categories (prospecting, invoicing, brainstorming), you might prefer to separate papers and other items based on type. If you’re a web thinker or work based on clients or projects, organize your desk that way, with a cubby or file assigned to each of those clients or projects. It all depends — do you want to focus on the process or the project? Adjust your workspace accordingly.

— Stever Robbins, executive coach and host of the Get-It-Done Guy podcast; Cambridge, Massachusetts

Bring your Values to the Forefront

Something I’ve always found helpful and have suggested to plenty of clients throughout my years is to put a reminder of your values front and center, whether that’s with a Post-it Note, a printout, or a computer screen background. That way, when you’re feeling overwhelmed and need to decide what to tackle next, you can use those values to help you decide what to do. For instance, if you value flexibility and haven’t had much lately, it might be time to reprioritize a bit so you remember to honor what matters to you. It’s really easy to get swept up in work and spend time on less important things.

— Kelly Poulson, life and career coach; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Use Multiple Screens to Keep you on Track

One thing I find that provides a significant advantage is the use of double monitors or very large screens. With the increasing demand to work in multiple applications simultaneously, having dual monitors allows that to happen and helps increase workflow efficiency by making data sharing between applications a breeze.

— Tristan Layfield, career coach; Detroit, Michigan

Add Green

Studies have proven that plants enhance how we feel in our interior environments. Some research suggests that being near plants can reduce stress, minimize anger, and contribute to well-being.

— Amanda Amato, interior designer; Pompton Lakes, New Jersey

Adapt a “Desktop Zero” Habit

Clutter isn’t evil during a project, but it certainly isn’t necessary all the time. That’s why I adopted the practice of “desktop zero,” just like inbox zero for email: At the end of a task or project, I clear my desk of everything I don’t need sitting out. This keeps my desk clean most of the time but allows me to be super messy when I’m deep in the middle of something important.

— Jeff Sanders, author of The Free-Time Formula and The 5 A.M. Miracle; Nashville, Tennessee

Put your Goals in Plain Sight

Your workspace should hold you accountable and inspire you. I love to have my yearly vision board right above my desk, as well as specific 30-, 60-, and 90-day goals posted on the wall for my life and business. I also like to have positive affirmations, inspirational quotes, photographs, and fun banners.

— Danise Sumner, owner of Busy Bee Productivity Coaching; Richmond, Virginia

Display Feel-good Photos

Bringing nonwork elements into your workplace through photos can help serve as a reminder that life is about more than work. And if you have photos on your wall from an experience — be it a trip to a beautiful national park or that roller coaster you went on with your childhood best friend — you are decorating your space with memories that spark joy. When your mood is better, you’re bound to have a more positive outlook.

— Abby Wolfe, career coach; Portland, Maine

The original write up by Alli Hoff Kosikhere on Medium.

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