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Before vs After: How I Redesigned My Workspace

DEV Community·Charlene Demarte·about 1 month ago
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After testing my workspace rules for a week, I wanted to make the changes more concrete. So I compared my setup before vs after — not just how it looks, but how it works. 🧱 Before: Unstructured and Reactive My old setup wasn’t terrible, but it lacked intention: Too many small items on the desk No clear “primary area” for work Phone and distractions always visible Tools scattered across different spots It worked… but not smoothly. 🧩 After: Simple and Intentional I didn’t add anything new — I mostly removed and repositioned. Only essential items remain on the desk One clear working zone (centered) Distractions moved out of sight Frequently used tools within easy reach The setup became easier to “read” and use. 🔄 What Actually Changed The visual difference was small, but the behavioral change was noticeable: Starting work felt quicker Fewer interruptions during focus time Less friction switching between tasks It’s similar to simplifying a system interface: clarity improves usage.…

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