Design Resources & Recommendations

Tools, books, and gear I recommend for UI/UX designers to improve learning, workflow, and creativity.

Desk Setup for Designers

Improve ergonomics & workflow for long design sessions

Portronics My Buddy K5 Laptop Stand

Why it's good: Adjustable height, great airflow, ergonomic posture.

Category fit: Perfect for long design sessions.

Logitech MX Master 3S Mouse

Why it's good: Best ergonomic mouse for design workflow & precision.

Category fit: UI/UX designers LOVE this one.

BenQ ScreenBar Monitor Light

Why it's good: Reduces eye strain, lights desk not screen.

Category fit: Perfect for designers working late.

Green Soul Jupiter Superb (2024 Edition)

Why it's good: Affordable ergonomic chair with lumbar support.

Category fit: Good for long hours.

SOULWIT® 50Pcs Self Adhesive Cable Management Clips

Why it's good: Organizing desk cables (USB/HDMI/Charger)

STRIFF World Map Extended Size (800 mm x 300 mm x 2 mm) Gaming Mouse Pad| Desk Mat

Why it's good: Smooth workspace + aesthetics

Portronics MODESK Universal Mobile Holder Stand with Metal Body

Why it's good: Reference viewing during design

MOUNTUP Monitor Stand for Desk, Freestanding Monitor Mount Fits 13-32 inch Screen

Why it's good: Smooth workspace + aesthetics

UX Learning Books

Books that help with usability, UI strategy, and user psychology

Atomic Habits

Atomic Habits is a step-by-step manual for changing routines.

Ikigai

Show Your Work!

Eat That Frog!

The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life

Creative self-promo book

21 Great Ways to Stop Procrastinating and Get More Done in Less

UX Basics For Beginners 2023

The Complete Guide To UX Design Every Designer Should Know

Steal Like an Artist

Huge among creatives

Keep Going

Creative Confidence

Perfect for creators facing burnout

Used in design thinking / innovation courses

Remote Work Essentials

Tools that help with remote meetings, collaboration, and productivity.

Boat Bassheads 100

in Ear Wired Headphones Earphones with Mic

Wipro 6W LED Table Lamp

With 3 Grade Dimming, Ambience Lighting, Six Colour Options with Adjustable Neck

Quantum 4 Port USB Hub

1 Port 3.0 & 3 Port 2.0 with High Speed Data Transfer

Lapster Laptop Camera Cover

Webcam Cover Slider, Ultra Thin Slide Blocker for All Laptop PC Tablet

SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive

USB Type-C 64GB, OTG, Pendrive, Upto 150MB/S

Amazon Basics Whiteboard

Drywipe Magnetic with Pen Tray and Aluminium Trim

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