Hi there. I’m Ogeh (sounds like Oh-gei), a freelance senior product designer at Toptal. I am currently based in Lagos, Nigeria.
Previously, I led design and innovation at a fintech startup, crafting intuitive digital solutions to everyday problems within the finance industry.
I have been working remotely for a couple of years and have been fortunate to work on a number of exciting projects with companies such as 3Blackdot, Motley Fools, and AspireIQ.
Ogeh has two windows (one to her left and one to her right) which help let in natural light during the day
When not working, I enjoy building custom keyboards, writing about technology and productivity, and creating content around work-from-home setups, VR, and gaming.
I love playing video games.
Currently, I’ve been into competitive games like Shatterline, Call of Duty, and Mortal Kombat.
However, for a more relaxed gaming session, I enjoy story-based games, with some of my favourites being Sifu and Ghost of Tsushima.
I have a separate desk setup just for gaming that I am still in the process of completing and intend to share more about on my Instagram.
Like how some people enjoy working on their cars, I enjoy tweaking my desk setup to satisfy my needs and reflect my current interests.
I love plants and warm tones, and while I love green walls, I realised that I’m able to maintain focus for longer periods when facing a white wall.
That’s why I only painted my cosy corner a shade of olive green to keep the warm and cosy look that I like.
Despite her love for green, Ogeh only uses it in her relaxation corner. She opted for white in her workspace area, as it helps her to stay more productive while working from home
It has taken me about two years to get my desk setup to this point, and I’m pretty happy with it.
I tend to change my theme every year or two.
While creating my current workspace, I had an idea of what I wanted; a space that would allow me to think, create and generally enjoy working.
So, I drew inspiration from different materials like textures and wood species for a warmer overall tone.
“I always start my process with sketches. I start really small. Dream big, start small!” says Ogeh
The most important question I asked myself while creating my desk setup was what system I wanted at the core of the entire workspace.
After much consideration, I decided to go with a laptop because I intend to travel more often and would love to take my work along with me.
This allows me to work from anywhere and ensures that my setup is versatile and portable.
