Scandi-Style RGB Battlestation in Auckland, New Zealand

Name: Jar Fernandez

Location: Auckland, New Zealand

Occupation: University Student

Room size: 10 m² (108 ft²)

Cost of the setup: ~$4,1K

Social media: Instagram

Website: Janiere Fernandez

Hello! Tell us a bit about yourself

Hello! I’m Janiere. But most of the time, I go by the nickname Jar (like the glass container or Jar Jar Binks from Star Wars, if you will).

Born in the Philippines, my family and I relocated to New Zealand more than a decade ago, and it’s been our home ever since.

I’m currently studying health science full-time at my university. I also freelance in photography and videography as a part-time job.

I’m not a professional by any means, just someone who likes to encapsulate the beautiful but fleeting moments of life.

Having such a creative outlet feeds the dreamer in me.

I’m also an outdoor junkie, which is a strange mix because I also consider myself a homebody.

I can switch from climbing mountains and traversing through the wilderness with nothing but a hiking bag, to being glued to the screen for days studying or editing (and maybe a bit of gaming, too).

Take us through your setup

I moved houses recently, so there’s a bit of a rearrangement. However, many of the key elements of my setup have stayed the same.

It’s a dainty workstation by day and a battlestation by night. I like how a simple change of light transforms the atmosphere of the space.

Mountains are my sanctuary.

While in the mountains, I can freely express my creativity and spirituality, and I wanted the same feel for my workspace.

I like to be close to nature even when I’m indoors. That’s why I went for décor with soft earthy textures and bright shades of wood.

I also keep things minimal on my desk because clutter makes me less productive.

The end result is a peaceful, inviting space, while the RGB lights make a different statement at night.