My Home Office setup
Tags: workstations, productivity
Published: 2020-05-18 20:30:05

With the current situation for COVID-19, we all working from home there is now a need to set up proper workstations. It is not possible to have a makeshift place anymore. Not only it helps with productivity but it also will prevent any ergonomic issues.

For my workstation, along with utility I have tried to keep it economical as well.

### Table
I am using SHW Electric Height Adjustable Computer Desk that I got from Amazon. It has a good range of motion and feels sturdy. As I am trying to keep costs down, this is a basic model I went with. *Plus it had good reviews also.*

<a href="https://www.amazon.com/SHW-Electric-Height-Adjustable-Computer/dp/B07GVRKCWP/ref=as_li_ss_il?dchild=1&keywords=Tresanti&qid=1589832486&sr=8-16&linkCode=li3&tag=ummuld04-20&linkId=3623f33188211a7e2dbb41eb37190c4c&language=en_US" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="//ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com/widgets/q?_encoding=UTF8&ASIN=B07GVRKCWP&Format=_SL250_&ID=AsinImage&MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&WS=1&tag=ummuld04-20&language=en_US" ></a><img src="https://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=ummuld04-20&language=en_US&l=li3&o=1&a=B07GVRKCWP" width="1" height="1" border="0" alt="" style="border:none !important; margin:0px !important;" />

Another way of creating a standing desk is using a wooden counter table top([IKEA](https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/saeljan-countertop-oak-effect-laminate-80439214/) one is popular) and then either placing it on cabinet unit or you can get a [desk frame](https://amzn.to/2zclwgH).

### Chair
It's an ergonomic chair with variety of adjustments for personal preference. Have used the same chair at my office also, so petty comfortable with it. It's great value for money.

<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Office-Star-FreeFlex-Adjustable-Multi-Function/dp/B00450P182/ref=as_li_ss_il?dchild=1&keywords=office+star+pro-line+ii+deluxe+adjustable+airgrid+back&qid=1589778804&sr=8-1&th=1&linkCode=li3&tag=ummuld04-20&linkId=04140fdf96c75609ea68b64947d974a7&language=en_US" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="//ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com/widgets/q?_encoding=UTF8&ASIN=B00450P182&Format=_SL250_&ID=AsinImage&MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&WS=1&tag=ummuld04-20&language=en_US" ></a><img src="https://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=ummuld04-20&language=en_US&l=li3&o=1&a=B00450P182" width="1" height="1" border="0" alt="" style="border:none !important; margin:0px !important;" />

### Monitor
Its a HP Pavilion 27-inch LED monitor. It has a resolution of 1920 x 1080p @ 60 Hz. For day to day usage it works well for things like email, coding and watching Youtube or Netflix.

<a href="https://www.amazon.com/HP-Pavilion-27-inch-Backlight-27xw/dp/B0199W9UMS/ref=as_li_ss_il?ie=UTF8&linkCode=li3&tag=&linkId=68e6ec0ea3a07fde2beda9f45adc2830&language=en_US" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="//ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com/widgets/q?_encoding=UTF8&ASIN=B0199W9UMS&Format=_SL250_&ID=AsinImage&MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&WS=1&tag=&language=en_US" ></a><img src="https://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=&language=en_US&l=li3&o=1&a=B0199W9UMS" width="1" height="1" border="0" alt="" style="border:none !important; margin:0px !important;" />

With monitors there are tons of choices, but I recommend buying at a minimum a 27". 

### USB Hub
Anker 5-1 USB-C hub. It adds 2 USB-A ports, 1 HDMI port, a micro SD card slot, and an SD card slot to your MacBook — all from a single USB-C port.

<a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07H4VQ4BZ/ref=as_li_ss_il?ie=UTF8&psc=1&linkCode=li2&tag=ummuld04-20&linkId=0da64864c9b68532750f8d3a5ac6a08f&language=en_US" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="//ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com/widgets/q?_encoding=UTF8&ASIN=B07H4VQ4BZ&Format=_SL160_&ID=AsinImage&MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&WS=1&tag=ummuld04-20&language=en_US" ></a><img src="https://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=ummuld04-20&language=en_US&l=li2&o=1&a=B07H4VQ4BZ" width="1" height="1" border="0" alt="" style="border:none !important; margin:0px !important;" />

### Laptop Stand
This allows the laptop and monitor to be at the same height. I use the laptop for meetings where I need video.

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### Keyboard
Standard Apple Magic keyboard. Much better typing experience than with the magic keyboard on the macbook pro.

<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Apple-Keyboard-Wireless-Rechargable-English/dp/B016QO64FI/ref=as_li_ss_il?crid=1ZUOD13HJT91A&dchild=1&keywords=magic+keyboard&qid=1589779044&s=electronics&sprefix=magic+,electronics,209&sr=1-4&linkCode=li2&tag=ummuld04-20&linkId=4f055e06d45dc99f93a09c068a960224&language=en_US" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="//ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com/widgets/q?_encoding=UTF8&ASIN=B016QO64FI&Format=_SL160_&ID=AsinImage&MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&WS=1&tag=ummuld04-20&language=en_US" ></a><img src="https://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=ummuld04-20&language=en_US&l=li2&o=1&a=B016QO64FI" width="1" height="1" border="0" alt="" style="border:none !important; margin:0px !important;" />

### Trackpad
I love Apple Trackpad over their mouse.

<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Apple-Magic-Trackpad-Wireless-Rechargable/dp/B016QO5YWC/ref=as_li_ss_il?crid=2KOI81L93MGM1&dchild=1&keywords=trackpad&qid=1589779089&s=electronics&sprefix=trackpad,electronics,231&sr=1-3&th=1&linkCode=li2&tag=ummuld04-20&linkId=5a287bcada377fa4214781236c41261a&language=en_US" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="//ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com/widgets/q?_encoding=UTF8&ASIN=B016QO5YWC&Format=_SL160_&ID=AsinImage&MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&WS=1&tag=ummuld04-20&language=en_US" ></a><img src="https://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=ummuld04-20&language=en_US&l=li2&o=1&a=B016QO5YWC" width="1" height="1" border="0" alt="" style="border:none !important; margin:0px !important;" />

### Airpods
Given I am on the Apple eco-system(iPhone, macbook) it made sense to get them. Like how well they are integrated into the iCloud eco-system.

<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Apple-AirPods-Charging-Latest-Model/dp/B07PXGQC1Q/ref=as_li_ss_il?dchild=1&keywords=airpods&qid=1589779127&s=electronics&sr=1-3&linkCode=li2&tag=ummuld04-20&linkId=b7b5f8c22a03b018a09e57ce28493d8b&language=en_US" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="//ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com/widgets/q?_encoding=UTF8&ASIN=B07PXGQC1Q&Format=_SL160_&ID=AsinImage&MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&WS=1&tag=ummuld04-20&language=en_US" ></a><img src="https://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=ummuld04-20&language=en_US&l=li2&o=1&a=B07PXGQC1Q" width="1" height="1" border="0" alt="" style="border:none !important; margin:0px !important;" />

### Footrest
A textured surface massages the soles of your feet for stress reduction. Two-position height adjustment with tilting platform allows for optimum comfort.

<a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00006I62X/ref=as_li_ss_il?ie=UTF8&psc=1&linkCode=li2&tag=ummuld04-20&linkId=3d012aab46a8efae4182dfa76b1bf80b&language=en_US" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="//ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com/widgets/q?_encoding=UTF8&ASIN=B00006I62X&Format=_SL160_&ID=AsinImage&MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&WS=1&tag=ummuld04-20&language=en_US" ></a><img src="https://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=ummuld04-20&language=en_US&l=li2&o=1&a=B00006I62X" width="1" height="1" border="0" alt="" style="border:none !important; margin:0px !important;" />

### iPhone Stand
I also use an iPhone to house the phone while working. Added benefit is that it gets charged(its not wireless though 😉).

<a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B014INJCT4/ref=as_li_ss_il?ie=UTF8&psc=1&linkCode=li2&tag=ummuld04-20&linkId=b741e6d621cb7c9f61a1860b6f5e444f&language=en_US" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="//ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com/widgets/q?_encoding=UTF8&ASIN=B014INJCT4&Format=_SL160_&ID=AsinImage&MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&WS=1&tag=ummuld04-20&language=en_US" ></a><img src="https://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=ummuld04-20&language=en_US&l=li2&o=1&a=B014INJCT4" width="1" height="1" border="0" alt="" style="border:none !important; margin:0px !important;" />

### Pegboard + container
I also added a [pegboard](https://www.ikea.com/us/en/search/products/?q=skadis%20pegboard) & [container](https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/skadis-container-assorted-colors-90456463/) to store cables and other random things around.

### Printer
With WFH for an extended period of time, I went ahead and bought a printer also. I use it for printing any official documents. Another use I am getting out it is printing worksheets for my kids.

<a href="https://www.amazon.com/HP-DeskJet-Wireless-Printing-Replenishment/dp/B07H4V9R4D/ref=as_li_ss_il?dchild=1&keywords=HP+DeskJet+3755&qid=1591291657&sr=8-3&linkCode=li3&tag=ummuld04-20&linkId=f6d576655fa8bfb01bcb007b2ced0891&language=en_US" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="//ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com/widgets/q?_encoding=UTF8&ASIN=B07H4V9R4D&Format=_SL250_&ID=AsinImage&MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&WS=1&tag=ummuld04-20&language=en_US" ></a><img src="https://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=ummuld04-20&language=en_US&l=li3&o=1&a=B07H4V9R4D" width="1" height="1" border="0" alt="" style="border:none !important; margin:0px !important;" />

Other things I keep handy are a notepad and stickes to take quick notes.