Architect's TOP 10 Desk Setup Mistakes (& How to Fix Them)

Daniel Titchener December 20, 2024
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Daniel is a British ARB (UK) and AIBC (Canada) registered architect, designer and YouTuber located in Vancouver, British Columbia. He studied Architecture at the Kingston School of Art and the University of Westminster (formerly the London Royal Polytechnic Institution). He was nominated for the RIBA Silver Medal by Kingston School of Art in 2015 and during his career he led the design of a project shortlisted for an international RIBA design competition. Drawing from his background as an architect in London, he now focuses on creating content around creative and practical home design for urban spaces.

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