As we all adjust to our newly conflated living/working conditions - the stream of conference call notifications and emails, general noise of children/flatmates/partners/dogs in the background, endless cups of tea and futile attempts to resist the biscuit tin, we've asked our creative friends – today we have sustainable designer, Patrick McDowell – to share with us their personal "Working From Home" spaces, to share with you. So have a nosey poke around...
I'm staying sane these days by...
I'm staying sane these days by...
Taking it easy, helping where I can and ensuring I’m eating and exercising regularly.
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My workspace must include the following in order for me to feel calm, creative and productive:
Lots of light and Swarovski crystals!
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I'm staying optimistic because...
It’s a bit like the saying, if you didn’t laugh you’d cry. I have to see some small positives; changing the bed sheets, taking the trash out, phoning a friend. These small tasks are great achievements during this time.
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My workspace must include the following in order for me to feel calm, creative and productive:
Lots of light and Swarovski crystals!

I'm staying optimistic because...
It’s a bit like the saying, if you didn’t laugh you’d cry. I have to see some small positives; changing the bed sheets, taking the trash out, phoning a friend. These small tasks are great achievements during this time.

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