Vectorworks, Inc Employee PVA - Admin Posted September 16, 2016 Vectorworks, Inc Employee Share Posted September 16, 2016 It's been a big week! Lots of wishes submitted, bugs identified, questions answered. I'm about to sit down and eat myself silly with a lovely crab feast that Vectorworks Inc has set us up with. But it occurred to me I really haven't shared too very much about us and how we work. I'll start with this, my battlestation: I can not function without a bit of clutter, it's how I know where I put everything! How do you all wade into the daily battle of technology and design? 2 Quote Link to comment
Andrew Davies Posted September 16, 2016 Share Posted September 16, 2016 (edited) This is mine. Surprisingly tidy. (No - that's not me in the photo, it's my gorgeous nephew) Hope the crab feast was good! Well deserved Edited September 16, 2016 by Andrew Davies 2 Quote Link to comment
SamIWas Posted September 16, 2016 Share Posted September 16, 2016 This is my desk. I don't have an up-to-date photo of it as it's far too messy now to admit to. Since this photo was taken, another 23" monitor has been added to the right of the iMac, so that it's a 27" screen flanked by two 23" screens. There's also a new printer. The MacBook is only there sometimes. Just finished the design for my mobile production desk, so when it's built (could be months) I'll check back. 3 Quote Link to comment
Vectorworks, Inc Employee PVA - Admin Posted September 19, 2016 Author Vectorworks, Inc Employee Share Posted September 19, 2016 I'm glad not everyone has a pristine keyboard-monitor-mouse-only workspace like I see so often on blogs, I need THINGS and STUFF in my work! Quote Link to comment
michaelk Posted September 19, 2016 Share Posted September 19, 2016 I really like working in my own office now that I've got it set up the way I like it. But I almost never get to work there. mk 1 Quote Link to comment
Mickey Posted September 19, 2016 Share Posted September 19, 2016 I thought I should post this now since I just cleaned the stack of paperwork, and other debris off the desk. The laptop gets used either as a render engine if the main desktop burps, or to do other work while the desktop renders something. 1 Quote Link to comment
barnes2000 Posted September 19, 2016 Share Posted September 19, 2016 I never stay in one place, so my desk is mobile. It's not usually this messy, but it's got character. 2 Quote Link to comment
Vectorworks, Inc Employee PVA - Admin Posted September 20, 2016 Author Vectorworks, Inc Employee Share Posted September 20, 2016 That may be the first mobile battlestation I've seen that didn't involve a laptop! Quote Link to comment
Tom Klaber Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 I am intimidated.... I was pretty happy with my set-up. My GF and her friends think it is ridiculous... now I see I am seriously outclassed. (I had to add my small screens). Quote Link to comment
Tom Klaber Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 I am thinking of a 39-40" 4k TV as my next monitor. There are a couple that are only 400-500 bucks. Has anybody tried this? I do not game, so I am less concerned about refresh rates. Any advice? Quote Link to comment
Vectorworks, Inc Employee PVA - Admin Posted September 20, 2016 Author Vectorworks, Inc Employee Share Posted September 20, 2016 21 minutes ago, Tom Klaber said: I am thinking of a 39-40" 4k TV as my next monitor. There are a couple that are only 400-500 bucks. Has anybody tried this? I do not game, so I am less concerned about refresh rates. Any advice? It very much depends on the TV, but if it offers HDMI or DisplayPort (Making sure that it supports those connection types at the screen's native resolution, sometimes they sneak 720p or 1080p-only limits in there, check the specs.) it is generally fine as long as the refresh rate is around 60Hz+ minimum. If you have to adapt to VGA or Component (YPbPr) then you should avoid it as it often looks like junk. Quote Link to comment
barnes2000 Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 Yes @JimW. When you want extra displays, a printer, and a subwoofer in your mobile desk, why not just make it a desktop PC? The new one I just had built is way more powerful than what my MacBook Pro can do....and my MBP is pretty good. Quote Link to comment
Markvl Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 Here is my little part of the world. Not much to look at. No extra speakers (built in monitor), mikes or fancy mice or an extra laptop. 1 Quote Link to comment
AlanW Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 21 hours ago, barnes2000 said: I never stay in one place, so my desk is mobile. It's not usually this messy, but it's got character. This one looks like its having the most fun, on set travelling and setting up a show, a real Roadie. Quote Link to comment
barkest Posted September 21, 2016 Share Posted September 21, 2016 Slightly different working environment 1 Quote Link to comment
Marionette Maven Marissa Farrell Posted September 21, 2016 Marionette Maven Share Posted September 21, 2016 This is (the current state of) my cube. All of those sticky notes are things I have planned to do for Marionette. It's a mess. Also, notice my 'lazy girl' foot hammock. One of my best investments. My home workstation often includes the kitties in real life... Once we finish moving, I'll share that setup (PS. I almost NEVER touch the Mac. It's probably my worst enemy as a QA tester.) 1 Quote Link to comment
AlanW Posted September 21, 2016 Share Posted September 21, 2016 (edited) Is that a hammock for the cats???? Nice Sox! Edited September 21, 2016 by Alan Woodwell 1 Quote Link to comment
Marionette Maven Marissa Farrell Posted September 21, 2016 Marionette Maven Share Posted September 21, 2016 12 minutes ago, Alan Woodwell said: Is that a hammock for the cats???? Nice Sox! I wish the cats were allowed here! Unfortunately we now have a 'no pets' rule And thanks! They're for when my feet are really cold here (so almost always...) Quote Link to comment
AlanW Posted September 21, 2016 Share Posted September 21, 2016 Ok, this is my humble abode. 2 Quote Link to comment
Markvl Posted September 21, 2016 Share Posted September 21, 2016 @Alan WoodwellThat chair looks super comfy. @MarissaFWhat a mess. How do you live with yourself. @barkestLearning or teaching? @Tom Klaberat least you look connected. @michaelkI like that Stanley "file" drawer @barnes2000Does it come with a cup holder? @SamIWasNice! @MickeyLooks like room for one more Monitor. Panoramic style. @Andrew DaviesAre those mac minis? @JimWThe consummate techy! Quote Link to comment
barkest Posted September 21, 2016 Share Posted September 21, 2016 Teaching - seriously I would not want to be a student in my class! Quote Link to comment
EAlexander Posted September 21, 2016 Share Posted September 21, 2016 I think VW2018 should ship with one of these for each user: http://ideum.com/touch-tables/drafting/ Quote Link to comment
Tom Klaber Posted September 21, 2016 Share Posted September 21, 2016 ha. It seems according to the video - all you can really do is rotate and zoom... cool none the less. Quote Link to comment
Vectorworks, Inc Employee PVA - Admin Posted September 21, 2016 Author Vectorworks, Inc Employee Share Posted September 21, 2016 12 minutes ago, EAlexander said: I think VW2018 should ship with one of these for each user: http://ideum.com/touch-tables/drafting/ Gotta tell the bossman I totally need that for... testing... purposes. Quote Link to comment
RGyori Posted September 21, 2016 Share Posted September 21, 2016 4 minutes ago, JimW said: Gotta tell the bossman I totally need that for... testing... purposes. Careful what you wish for... might not be so much fun after 8 hours of arm waving.. err finger dragging. I'm old enough to remember how much I relied on the old drafting table for support during those long nights! 1 Quote Link to comment
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