I Built My Dream Macbook Desk Setup 2026 (twice!)

I’ve spent the last few months slowly building what I think is the best Macbook desk setup I’ve had. Grab a brew and enjoy some inspiration, premium desk candy, and great alternative suggestions! All intentionally chosen for a setup that feels clean, calm, and actually enjoyable to work at! Thank you to this week’s video partners: ClickClack's Karma Desk: https://clickclack.io/s/bettercreatingkarmadesk, the LibereNovo Omni Chair: https://uk.libernovo.com/?ref=BETTERCREATING and Anker Prime TB5  Docking Station: https://amzn.to/4c5yHzJ
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I Used Every 2026 MacBook for a Month, Here's My Verdict: https://youtu.be/CnuCXxVCi0c
Set up Claude CoWork on Mac better than 99% of users: https://youtu.be/pl90LATQlHI

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+ ClickClack Karma Desk & Dials: https://clickclack.io/s/bettercreatingkarmadesk
+ LibereNovo Omni: https://uk.libernovo.com/?ref=BETTERCREATING
+ Anker TB5 Thunderbolt 5 Docking Station: https://amzn.to/4c5yHzJ
+ Bloomin8 E-Ink Picture Frames from @BLOOMIN8 : https://bloomin8.com
+ Apple Studio Display XDR: https://www.apple.com/uk/studio-display-xdr/
+ Kuycon G32P 6K Display: https://clickclack.io/s/BetterCreatingKuycon
+ Kuycon G27P 5K Display: https://clickclack.io/s/BetterCreatingKuycon
+ Balolo Desk Shelf: https://www.balolo.de/en/products/setup-cockpit-large?srsltid=AfmBOoq4W-jsY0B9ljXgw-mT0BwL5mwP7VJ43aJdJfYdML40gr5zarQ1
+ Ugmonk Gather Shelf: http://ugmonk.com/bettercreating
- Orbit Key Desk Mat Slim: (Use BETTER10 for 10%) https://www.orbitkey.com/?rfsn=6849267.d7f1c96&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=6849267.d7f1c96
+ Keychron Q65 Max: https://amzn.to/40wOSyV
+ Logitech Lift for Mac: https://amzn.to/4vuld8k
+ Insta360 Link 2: https://www.insta360.com/sal/link-2?utm_term=INREFPG
+ Ugmonk Gather Range: http://ugmonk.com/bettercreating
+ Ugmonk Analogue Productivity Cards: http://ugmonk.com/bettercreating
+ Crucial X9 Pro SSD: https://amzn.to/4mmXG3K
+ Hasami Porcelain Mugs: Search on http://ugmonk.com/bettercreating
+ Sohnne Eames E45 Replica Office chairs: https://sohnne.com/product/eames-office-chair-replica/?ref=bettercreating
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+ Maidesite S2 Pro Standing Desk https://bit.ly/3T6dhG1
+ MacBook Air M5: https://apple.com/uk/macbook-air/ Recommended Spec: 13 inch, 24GB Ram, 1TB storage, Silver
+ MacBook Pro M5: https://apple.com/uk/macbook-pro Recommended Spec: 14inch, 24GB Ram, M5 Pro Chip, Nano Texture Screen if you can afford it.

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???? VIDEO CHAPTERS:
00:00 I Built My Dream Mac Desk Setup (Twice!)
00:48 The Karma Desk by ClickClack
03:21 The Librenovo Omni Chair
06:59 The Macbook Choice
08:45 The Display - Studio Display V Alternatives
10:40 The Dock: Anker Thunderbolt 5 Dock
12:37 The Best Mac Desk Accessories & Peripherals
16:07 Desk Setup Aesthetics Extras
17:40 Storage & Organisation

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Hi, I'm Simon and I'm collecting great ideas, tools and tech to help you live your best productive and creative life: On this channel you'll find all things Notion, well designed productive tech, & great ideas on business & self development. Other than doing this, I work as a freelance creative in theatre and film and love motorcycles, coffee and minimalist design.

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This video was sponsored by ClickClack & LibreNovo