Design Studio Tour : 30X40 Design Workshop

A guided tour of my design studio: 30X40 Design Workshop. The final installment in the studio series and a detailed look at all the tools, organization, equipment, layout strategies and implements I use each day in my architecture practice and to create videos for the KZbin channel.
You’ll learn where I sourced my furniture, why I organize things the way I do, why I fly the Norwegian flag (and what’s behind it) and hear how such a simple building concept can influence the routines, productivity and rituals of daily life in the design studio.
If you’re curious about the design process, how creatives organize their spaces and want a peek at my most prized possessions, this is for you.
Smash that like button (it really does help)...and thanks as always for watching! Cheers...
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[@30by40]

Check out the studio mods + updates: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a2WlhKukpcqGotU

[@yuddh8190]

Where did you get the sets of cubes and rectangles from?

[@thebastfamily]

@@yuddh8190 I also would love to know where the sets of cubes and rectangles from... did you find out? Thanks!!

[@allthingsgrowing]

Did you say Froy bowl blocks? Froydal blocks? Tried to put on CC and that was no help

[@30by40]

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[@allthingsgrowing]

Thank you for the reply

[@klimeji]

Only after this film, I see how small Your studio is and how well designed and used it is. I'm really impressed. Also thanks for your work, it's inspirative.

[@gabrielacornelio8469]

Really Good place!!!

[@kevinwee6996]

As an data scientist, seeing everything sorted in a rectangular space in your workshop just makes me soooo relax

[@thetalkingfly]

oh man! so many lessons to be learned here. your organization is rad, I need to watch this a few times and live it! cheers, Steve aka The Talking Fly

[@30by40]

Thanks Steve...! Cheers...

[@janndee6826]

Finally! Someone in the practice making REAL Architecture-related videos; from choosing hardwares, studio tours, software used, and couple of how to's. Thank you!

[@somaiael-sherif7554]

I really admire your organization skills, I can tell by how this organization is reflected in the clarity of your thoughts and thus your work

[@erichsmith8617]

I'm glad In found your channel. OCD is a curse and a blessing. Long live symmetry.

[@iShredStreets]

12:21 Wow! Those artifacts scared me. Thought my Mac Mini was breaking down.

[@user-dz5sn7oo2q]

Honestly, I'm speechless! I watch your videos with my mouth open... sometimes I forget to breath :) The multi functional space (IS A DREAM!), architect tools and recording gear, unbelievable sense of video editing. Very inspiring! Thank you so much for doing this videos!

[@innovativesecure]

Much respect to you. Changing a career path in college led to 25 years of conducting investigations where the details were often within the minutia. Life changing events led me back to architectural design. Research led me this channel which outlines the process in a way that is perfectly tuned, comforting and satisfying. The six string was hung up years ago as life changed. Yet never forgotten. Tool and Fibonacci are inherently unique within design and music. The presence of black is as familiar as a rainy day. Every video is an inspiration and a very happy place that reveals the many creative ideas that have been cataloged over my lifetime. Thank you!

[@ShanerTheGrey]

What a beautiful and organized little workspace you've created! I love hyper-utilization of small spaces.

[@kierrabarr9219]

You are what helped me decide whether I wanted to become an architect or engineer! Thank you so much and continue doing what you do!

[@poopingbuffalo2095]

• Barr • You could be both. BS undergrad then get MArch

[@mrmouth4141]

I am also trying to choose one ,because I am from Africa and its hard to choose ,architects are not known here but engineers are

[@mrmouth4141]

Pooping Buffalo how can I be both please ?

[@kierrabarr9219]

Mr mouth ~ For me, it was a lot about where I wanted to see myself in the future. Could I see myself having an architecture or engineering company? It also had a lot to do with what type of architect I would become if I chose architecture: residential or commercial. Whether or not you become an architect is up to you. Whether you want to succeed in life or not is up to the choices you make. No matter what you choose as long as you make good choices after that determines whether or not you succeed! And maybe you can one day live in your dream home doing what YOU want to do!

[@tomk887]

Most architects don't work like him straight away. You won't get your own studio where u have all these models and all this free time. You should really get an internship to get a taste before you start.

[@ulamilaramakosoi2687]

I am studying mechanical engineering, but doing technical drawing in high school is what motivated me to do engineering, even now when I need motivation when doing a project in school I just watch one of your videos. Thanks for uploading 👍👍

[@judithwilliams3835]

Hello ! I’m a retired teacher who has always been interested in and motivated by creativity. I discovered your channel a few days ago and find your films enthralling and fascinating. You have such a marvellous eye for tone, colour, detail, space... You are surely doing a great job inspiring architects of the present and the future. Thank you !

[@zundee4182]

Instant love, glad to know I'm not the only one with a "thing " for Muji stationery. 🙌🙌

[@phoffidelrio]

this is one of the few videos that you really feel and touch the space and say: "so damn good!" so inspiring for sure!!!

[@raquelmira6685]

Eric when I grow up (I'm 23, just graduated) , I want to be an architect just like you. I admire you sooo much. Your organization, your discipline and your way to look architecture.

[@TanyaP896]

You inspire me so much. I rewatch your videos a lot, especially when i don't feel confident enough or when i feel like my projects suck. Thank you!

[@mjmejia3944]

This is exactly what I envision for my home studio. Including the drum area/ music space. I want it to be multi-functional so it doesn't feel as rigid as an office but more of an outlet for creating whether it be architecture, music, carpentry, etc. Really inspired by this, thanks for sharing!

[@imcrazyo]

this desk is so clean wow. I feel productive just looking at it

[@DesignDrawDo]

I don't know if anyone's ever told you this before - but you are SO cool

[@kedarkalambe8768]

Loved the way how you have blended old items obviously having sentimental values with modern equipments without compromising on functionality, its like every item in your studio has a story to tell. It reminded me of Sir Norman Foster, in his interview to Louisiana channel, saying that architecture is full of different stories, a story about its construction, a story of aesthetics,etc. Thanks for the video, you are true inspiration Eric! 🤘

[@kaceesavage]

I am SO glad you made this video! I can't believe I haven't seen it until now. Really great space! I love your Kundig collection. Thanks for the video

[@paulcremouxstudio]

I can´t think of a better place to get inspired and focus. I am glad to know you are experimenting with Revit, we just about start teaching a class at the University. Congratulations on that Little Super-Great space!.

[@meta1gear4]

Tool, Ludwig, Meinl, - You're living my dream man! Architect by day, drummer by night! \m/

[@scarletscarlet800]

I knew it's a small space, but I've never thought that it has so much functions. It's well designed, well-organized, carefully maintained, and the aesthetics is just superb! You inspired me to study architecture, and I've learned so much from you. From the bottom of my heart, thank you, Mr. Eric.

[@marythomas3643]

Currently trying to set up a landscape architecture design studio at home. Presently everything is literally all over the house; I use many work surfaces in living, dining, kitchen areas. Finding your video tips very helpful. 24x36 models are cumbersome to store, trying to devise a stackable, thin lightweight shelf system somewhere..maybe suspended in garage; or under hard, plastic cozy dust covers for a visual display...in ceiling corners of house. Thank you.

[@alvarosalgado3121]

Just love the way natural light plays such an important role in it. Congrats and thanks for sharing with us!

[@erldraws1542]

I love how well organized your studio is. Everything just made sense. I feel inspired by watching your video!

[@26jori]

really appreciate this video. Thanks for the in depth tour, and the explanation behind the decisions man, good stuff.

[@aijez4394]

Great to know that you're transitionning to revit, you'll love it for sure

[@shuvosaha009g]

Hello Mr. Eric. I have been following you near about 6-7 months or more. Each and every piece of your post/video is very much inspiring. Love the way you present your each documentation. Just seen your studio that you uploaded. I am blown with the detail specs that you have for each and every tool in you studio. I loved it and already start dreaming to have my own setup. Your activities really means a lot like us to think and dream about, also you are creating a field of sharing experiences and knowledge. You know how to organize with limited resources. Cheers my friend. Keep shining.

[@rehloletswemamabolo4297]

Awesome studio and great salvaged picks! After seeing the video, it's safe to say size doesn't always matter. Thank you for your ever inspirational projects and process.

[@eldasofiagonzalezlopez2053]

You are inspiration. You are extraordinary. I love Architecture, but you make me love it more!!

[@Amanda-mu6ln]

The organization going on in this studio is amazing! Beautiful studio.

[@edtrafidlo1029]

love your vids, eric, .... authentic in every way .... kind of the design process in (a) real life in 3d and sound - - and from my point of view, i enjoy experiencing your learning/growth/evolution spontaneously, in unplanned ways ....... What a pity it would be to miss and not marvel at the power and role of spontaneity in our individual and collective design process ... for example, the delight you take in de-constructing your work/meeting surface and re-inventing the space is irresistible and inspirational!! ... and i know this first hand, as i have also done virtually the same thing .....

[@danuegamuhammad6865]

I wish one day I can make my creative space as cool as this. Keep on the great work

[@0_0Bec_lxy]

you taught me how to organise for purpose and function in a small space. I love how it's space is lit up mainly by sunlight, helps give you a feeling of motivation to do something to start the day. This barn type set up really gives it a chance to have so many purpose in one place. I'm also designing something for my own assignment and this motivates me. Thank you very much for sharing this. Also something to add on, once i've saved up enough money, I would also like to create my own personal workshop. One that would separate my home and workspace, maybe when I have a family I would also like it to functional for my kids to use. Though I live in a city area, it'll be a little hard to find this sort of big wide space attached to my apartment, it's an idea that i would really hope I can make come true. Again, thank you very much for sharing this.

[@alvindueck8227]

I really like how your studio is neat and organized. Those old wooden boxes are always a look, no matter where they are or how they're used.

[@utkarshrajguru949]

Your Design Studio is a well planned and a very well organized space. I admire the use of daylight and the love for symmetry.

[@popedef1]

I hear you on the bass with the tool song!!!! Great studio design and even better with the addition of instruments, a true creatives dream!!!!

[@Teequaa]

norwegian flagg - instant like hehe. Great tour, really enjoyed the earthy tones, and that workbench is just amazing!

[@emhassy]

I love how the studio just evolves around your everyday needs, your needs Architecturally and your hobbies, which I assume is heavy rock and roll; I think it provides a balance between your work and personal life. To the beautiful choice of wood and to the contrasting yet simple colour of white painted at the top to give it a lighter and more spacious look. This place is clearly perfect for what you need, you didn’t have anyone to copy or to learn from studio design wise - you made it your own and I truly praise you for that. Also your videos are aesthetically beautiful, they are well shot and choreographed. Keep the good content rolling. :)

[@k_ngth]

Im no architect but this is like my dream room

[@jasonjones8561]

Seems like you have found your creative space. Really like the multi-use zones. Great vid

[@oscarjimenez1157]

Fascinante recorrido del estudio!!! Los detalles y la organización para lograr tener todo a la mano y dispuesto Felicitaciónes arquitecto

[@treffle17]

Fascinating studio tour !!! Everything is well organized , and readily available . Congratulations

[@MirosPeace]

I was in a terrible mood, so stressed, feeling like I was forced to create. But you inspired me once again, thank you so much for all you do for us, by the way, your studio is goals.

[@ronniebeltran6844]

Playing “Schism” by Tool. 🤘🏼

[@30by40]

respect \m/

[@davidsoto4394]

@@30by40 What is your opinion of doing prereques of arcatecture education at a community college?

[@lacimerges2887]

Thank you! I'm an architect student and you really helped me organazing my work space. Waiting for your next video:)).

[@ErikBluu]

that its all i need in my life, a good space, good organization and good projects :C

[@almustaphaahmad9272]

whew! I've been coming here just to see your video and today you finally gave us another one. thanks a zillion for taking the time to create some awesomeness.

[@aarond9563]

I love how everything is so thought out but at the same time I feel like this space is, from the video at least, is very dark where your desktop workspace is.

[@chifilopo7199]

this is so inspiring and at the same time relaxing, you really can feel the passion. im a fan 👏✨

[@nicolasjguerra]

Just incredible place to work and create things, as an architecture student, I love that place, congratulation for your job and keep like this. Nicolas from Argentina. :)

[@byangel6285]

He can describe anything so perfectly. 😂😩👌

[@quietly_undone]

I love your organizational methodologies for your studio. I'm working on setting up a home office for graphic design and could easily see myself "borrowing" some of these ideas.

[@pratipalsinhgohil4282]

I was waiting for this men !! Thanks you made this video 😉 & All the videos are really helpful & Creative.

[@paolom.4646]

Imma clean my workspace, haha... and I love the studio, quite compact and very versatile... as an architecture student, you are an inspiration.

[@victormanuelgonzaleznorieg2478]

Amazing video, I love it. Thanks for the time and effort. Your studio is so cool...! Regards.

[@theshivelyfamily]

Love your use of light/shadows in your videos.

[@rafaelharanaka6458]

Hey, man! I’m an architect from Brazil and your workspace is simply amazing. I also have a woodshop and am planning to build something like that for me also. Thanks for the inspiration! PS: the video was already rated as 5 stars and couldn’t get any better. And then, Schism comes in 👏

[@HornGELL90s]

What you have done with your studio is also my dream too. I want to design my own workspace some day. Thank you for inspiring us the viewers

[@heyaaa3506]

I love the simplicity of the space

[@luckystarpiano]

Very inspiring to see your thought process on organizing - so much care put into it all.

[@archshuiede]

I envy your office. well designed, clean and functional. how i wish i can be as organized as you. well done.

[@sarahdippity]

I love how you have boxes for everything! :)

[@nadalcanyellesgarau173]

It´s so organized.Thanks a lot ,to show us your space.

[@DesignHustle]

What an inspiration for young architects looking to establish themselves. Documentation of your space and process has already helped so many, including myself. You inspired us to start our own documentation of ideas, concepts, and processes...Volume 2 of Architect & Entrepreneur should be a must read for a lot of people. Keep creating!

[@zorokagami]

I love the atmosphere of your studio! And everything is well classified, it's so satisfying to watch

[@lukedavis1504]

Another great vid man! Appreciate the quality and style you put into these, works really well.

[@PaolaArletty]

Your studio is such a inspiring space that is clearly organized to fit your particular authentic use of space. Loved the tour, thank you :)

[@erjavedahmadbagwan17]

Sir Finally I m reached to your studio. Thanks for share. Cheers

[@atilab99draws58]

couple years ago i had a similar idea about the daylight being the main source, very cool

[@vtron9832]

I love your studio, It feels like the perfect hideout for any creative person

[@Pontie66]

Very cozy place!!! Surrounded by nature is very inspirational!!!

[@foozyloo3432]

This is so inspiring 😍 this would be a reference for my drawing studio. thank you.

[@gmbarchitect]

Awesome video as always, Eric. I hope Architects will always use hand sketching and model making in practice.

[@hernanandres9052]

I recently started watching your videos, I like them because you convey love for what you do, and that's really inspiring.

[@marlonmanalo4053]

Impressive, this is a perfect example of compact, yet efficient studio setup. Cheers.

[@WolwoxEsposito]

I love this studio and what you are doing! Keep up the good work!

[@littleblom]

Very inspiring Thank you for sharing your ideas in such beautiful way

[@JonathanGood]

Eric - Awesome tour! Inspiring and will definitely impact some of our future space planning...

[@rosamente]

This is truly fantastic. It is so satisfying to see how passionate you are about design and architecture. Every detail is elegantly positioned and chosen. Congratulations and keep up the amazing work

[@rajaramadurai2448]

Beautiful Studio, Eric, with a cosy, functional workspace like that I would be inspired to go to work everyday-greetings and much love from India :-)

[@MatthewHarrisStudio]

Thank you for the tour! It is very cool to see. I’m reading your book now and while I’m not an architect it’s been a very helpful read

[@benvin10365]

Thank you for making this video and for making your channel a place for high quality information and insight.

[@oliverlabarda4498]

Hi Eric, as a practicing Architect here in the Philippines, i found your videos so Inspiring. Cant wait for the next one.

[@donestrada1309]

Man.. There is an elegance to the way you've organized your studio. Great tour video. Great video's.

[@adityadua1075]

A video from you always makes me get my pair of earphones and watch it there and then. I eagerly wait for your videos and i really wish that you employ someone to help you out in making this quality stuff so we can get to see more of the amazing work that you do more often. You never disappoint to inspire me. All the best!

[@leonardomontana5428]

Simple y Hermoso. Gracias por compartir

[@bernie-be]

I just discover u channel ! And I so amazed with everything !! Thank u !!

[@gabrielacornelio8469]

I just heard in some part of you video that you don't have internet in the island??? That really surprised me! You are very active with your videos that I would never guess that you don't have internet. Let me tell you, I like very much your channel, makes me in the mood when I am working and I like to listen to you in back of my laptop while designing. Thank you!!!

[@jaazielferreiradasilva3952]

Amazing, amazing. Thank you very much!

[@thiago1644]

Really inspired me towards my profession, thank you Mentor

[@silviovermeerstudio]

Very inspirational. Rebuilding my own studio/office and i got a lot of good ideas because of this video. Thanks

[@cryskiiim]

absolutely stunning and inspiring studio!!

[@insight4239]

Thanks For The Cute Video! Just Gave Me Ideas On How To Arrange My Own Studio Work-Space When That Time Comes. Quite Inspiring. Keep Up The Good Work.

[@joniindo6127]

Glad to find this channel. I'm not an architect but I like to learn new stuffs.

[@kavyaarchitize3546]

I really liked the material pallet movable cart idea!!

[@konceptdesignstudio8560]

Loved it totally. Well explained