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10 office must-haves for the digital nomad
Tech enthusiasts can work from anywhere, but this smart equipment makes the office an elite destination
Do you love the latest gadgets? Are you always looking for technology that will make your working day easier and more enjoyable? These are the 9-to-5 buys for you, from luxurious leather mouse pads to slick, slimline speakers, this is a comprehensive list of office accessories and furnishings that will tempt digital nomads towards a desk.
‘Brutalist’ speaker, Transparent
This speaker is an homage to, you’ve guessed it, brutalist architecture. Described by its Stockholm-based makers as ‘a monument of sound and design’, the audio device features bold, geometric elements that not only add visual intrigue, but are designed to enhance the listening experience. £3,200, transpa.rent
‘Nest Club’ chair, +Halle
The newest addition to Swedish industrial design studio Form Us With Love’s ‘Nest’ family of workplace seats is the ‘Nest Club’. It’s a chair that offers unparalleled privacy thanks to its cocooning back while providing the comfort of a fireside armchair. From approx £1,800, plushalle.dk
Adjustable desk, String Furniture
Statistics suggest that sitting is the new smoking, which is why we’re big fans of this height-adjustable desk. Switch from the lowest frame height (71.5cm) to the highest (118.5cm) with the push of a button and see things from a new perspective. From £1,164, stringfurniture.com
Cable extension, House Of
Running out of battery juice mid Zoom call is an experience no one wants to go through. To avoid the headache, we’d recommend investing in one of House Of’s chic power solutions, which provide two metres worth of cable and room for multiple plugs, two USB and a USB-C cable. £45, houseof.com
‘Eclipse’ lamp with wireless-charging base, Steelcase
Steelcase continues to innovate in the workplace lighting space with the ‘Eclipse’ table lamp. Full of quirky, practical features such as a wireless-charging base and a rotating head, it’s the ultimate must-have for workplace geeks. £259, uk.steelcase.com
Leather mouse pad, Poltrona Frau
This leather mouse pad by GioBagnara gives luxurious ergonomic aid. One of several accessories designed by the Italian leather company to make the workstation more practical and enjoyable, it comes in two muted colours. £144, poltronafrau.com
‘Escritorio’, Natalia Criado
Best known for her sculptural metal kitchenware, the Milan-based designer has branched out into the world of workplace with a metal and marble collection that spans a phone holder, paper weight and notepad holder. 'With Escritorio, I wanted to create objects that inspire and elevate the daily office experience,’ she explains. From approx £210, nataliacriado.com
‘Adam’ bookshelf, Kartell
Minimalists look sharp; Philippe Starck’s ‘Adam’ bookshelf has had an upgrade. The iconic shelving unit now comes in crisp white, while the powder-coated steel frame and wooden shelves have been maintained to ensure its durability. £2,706, kartell.com
‘Touch Down Unit’ desk, Unifor
Originally designed for offices, this workplace unit by Studio Klass has been reimagined to suit contemporary homes, in line with the rise in hybrid working. Its contract beginnings mean that it is full of nifty functions including 360 degree swivel castors for easy moving. From £8,687, unifor.it
‘Task One’ office chair, Slouch
Adjustability is at the heart of the ‘Task One’ office chair, with everything from the back lumber component to the recline and the height customisable. It also comes in a choice of five fabric options so you can tailor it to your workspace. £269, slouchonline.com
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