Productivity Topics

Furnishing the Studio

Live/Work Space

When we were looking for the right furniture to outfit the studio, I spent many hours over many weeks trying to find the right solution.

And then I discovered Infinite Storage Solutions, based in San Clemente, CA. I knew I had finally found the right company, and within 20 minutes I was in the car, driving down to see the product in their showroom.

Standing Height Desk for cutting, drawing and printing

L-shaped Desk by ISS Designs

ISS is based on a modular system of sturdy extruded aluminum rails, which—as their name suggests—can be customized for an infinite number of useful configurations. We're thrilled with the L-shaped desk and standing height work station, for the function as well as the attention to detail and minimal lines of the ISS system.

I also love the product is made right here in the USA, and that they're a family owned and run business. In fact, during my visit, John and Mona they invited me to join them for pizza in the break room with their staff and kids. It's always nice to meet people who are creating their own opportunities through innovation—and thriving.

SketchUp Model provided by ISS

See your purchase in the context of your room

ISS actually custom designs your furniture in Google SketchUp so you can evaluate in 3D before purchasing. You can even drop their SketchUp files into your floor plan and see how it will fit into your space.

Their customer service is top-notch too. (Thanks, Kristy!) What else could you ask for? If you're in the market for a workspace for your small business, or if you have a live/work space like we do, you would be wise to give ISS Designs a closer look.

And if you're headed to the Dwell on Design Expo in L.A. this month, make sure you stop by the ISS exhibitor booth, and tell them Studiofluid sent ya.

POSTED ON Tuesday, June 16, 2009
FILE UNDER: Business, Ideas, Productivity, Studiofluid

Staying Focused

Over at the Toilet Paper Entrepreneur, a group of entrepreneurs contributed their best strategies for staying focused and getting things done.

Ben's idea is featured at #10.

Here's a link the the Freedom App, which is highly recommended for those of you on the Mac.

POSTED ON Wednesday, May 27, 2009
FILE UNDER: Business, Community, Ideas, News & Notable, Productivity, Studiofluid

Get your stolen Mac Back

Very creative software, with a sweet sense of justice (or revenge?): orbicule.com. Raises some interesting privacy issues, though.

POSTED ON Saturday, November 15, 2008
FILE UNDER: Productivity, Technology