Transforming a Basement Office with Style and Functionality

In this episode of Syntax, Wes talks through all the gear, renovations, and upgrades he’s made to his new home office. Lighting, soundproofing, desk, windows, and more!

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Show Notes

• 00:38 Welcome

• 02:24 Scouting a house with an office

• 03:54 Why didn’t you hire someone?

• 08:50 Goals for the office

• 10:30 Soundproofing

• 19:49 Decouple the ceiling

• 25:52 Sponsor: LogRocket

• 26:54 The door

• 33:23 Sponsor: Prismic

• 33:59 The desk

• 40:40 Cable management

• 47:12 Lighting

• 49:03 The room and windows

• 51:22 Flooring

• 55:12 Sponsor: Freshbooks

• 55:47 Things yet to be done

• 01:03:49 Costs

• 01:06:10 SIIIIICK ××× PIIIICKS ×××

• Desk Haus Apex Pro Max

• Alien Tape

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