Office Products & Furniture

We are increasingly getting dependent on laptops for multiple functions from work to entertainment to communication. This reliance continues to grow to force us to spend more time sitting in front of our screens. Spending 8-10 hours a day in an uncomfortable position or in a bad posture can limit the production output and have adverse health implications.
In such a scenario the best solution is to have flexibility in positioning the laptop with respect to a person’s eyes, neck, and back. The laptop stands listed below provide the much-needed ergonomic reinforcement for such work conditions.
With this we bring to you our list of top 10 laptop stands acing in areas of stability, portability, strength, style, and material:
Also, check out <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/product_buying_guide/2560-work-home-10-best-ergonomic-gear-worth-buying" target="_self">Work from Home- 10 Best Ergonomic Gear Worth Buying</a>
and <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/product_buying_guide/2514-top-10-best-desk-organizers-messy-desk" target="_self">The Top 10 Best Desk Organizers for a Messy Desk</a>

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Store2508™ Nexstand – The Compact, Foldable, Height Adjustable Laptop Stand. Suitable for All laptops Including MacBook Pro & MacBook Air

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AmazonBasics Ventilated Laptop Stand (Black)

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Amkette Ergo View Laptop Stand with 7 Adjustment Levels for laptops up to 15.6 inches (12 inch /13 inch /14.1 inch /15.6 inch) (Grey)

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Rain Design mStand Laptop Stand (Patented)

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Callas Ventilated Aluminium Laptop Stand, IP6010

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Portronics POR-835 My Buddy Lite Foldable Laptop Stand (Silver)

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URBAN KINGS Angle Height Adjustable Foldable Metal Aluminium Desktop/Laptop Stand with Cooling Fan for All Laptops Models Sizes from 11-17 inches

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Rain Design 10027 iLap 17 inch Laptop Stand (Patented)

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Callas Ventilated Aluminium Laptop Stand for 10"-17" Laptop

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URBAN KINGS Universal, Portable and Foldable Laptop Tablet Book Stand ensures Good Posture Preventing Back, Shoulder, Jaw Pain, and Headaches

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Having a good #laptop stand can be extremely helpful and it is preferable to keep it handy while working. Here we brought to you the most diverse, portable, stylish and highly rated laptop stands to make your selection process a bit easier. Let's check them out!!

The Top 10 Best Laptop Stands for an Office Desk

Architectural Gadgets

An Architect or a Designer mostly count on their tools for any kind of designing and drafting purpose. In this technological era, they spend the majority of time in front of screens working on various projects simultaneously. So, when it is about changing the old monitor to the latest version, it becomes a scrupulous task at hand because the designing industry never believes to compromise with their tools and gadgets, Right! To choose from various brands, prices, their attributes while also ensuring the efficiency and productivity of the monitor to be purchased to make sure that technology meets the standard set up by the industry is indeed a hectic task. But remember, the right choice of tools makes work easier, faster, and improved as ever. So, if you are looking for one perfect monitor for yourself, have a look at our jotted options to make this job of selection easier.
Following is our top 5 best Monitors chosen exclusively for Architects and Designers:

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Dell Ultra Sharp U2412M 24-Inch Screen LED-Lit Monitor

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LG 34UM68-P 34-Inch 21:9 UltraWide IPS Monitor with FreeSync

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Lenovo L-Series L24i-10 23.8-inch FHD IPS Monitor

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ASUS Designo Curved MX34VQ 34" UWQHD 100Hz DP HDMI Adaptive-Sync Qi Wireless Charger Eye Care Frameless Monitor

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Samsung 28 inch (70.8 cm) LED Backlit Computer Monitor - Ultra HD, TN Panel with HDMI, DP and Audio Ports - LU28E590DS/XL (Black & Silver)

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Looking forward to upgrading your workstation monitor? We have solutions to all your confusion because we completely understand how difficult it is to survive in the design industry with unmatched gadgets around you. Let's get started to make sure you end up with the best monitor with all the required specifications and everything.

The Top 5 Best Monitors for Architects and Designers

Photography is an art, for sure. What creates a twist is when the field of photography is bounded in a way or other, such as interior architecture photography where the photographer has to plan ideas out of the blue. After selecting a branded camera, the next significant step is finding a perfect lens that will account for the needs of the project. When we talk about lenses for interior photography, we talk about the aperture, focal length, wide-angle, prime or zoom lens, etc. All these factors indeed create a hole in your pocket because cameras and their accessories are expensive, very expensive at times but here we present our research for the budget lenses for our readers that won’t hinder the way of clicking simply the best.
With multifarious brands and features, it is a head-scratching task to choose a perfect as well as a budgeted lens that won’t break one’s bank.
Without any further delay, let us discuss the best Budget Lenses for an Interior Architectural Photography:
Also, check out <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/product_buying_guide/2554-top-5-best-cameras-architectural-photography" target="_self">The Top 5 Best Cameras for Architectural Photography</a>
and <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/product_buying_guide/2555-top-5-best-canon-lenses-interior-architectural-photography" target="_self">The Top 5 Best Canon Lenses for Interior Architectural Photography</a>

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Canon EF50MM F/1.8 STM Lens for Canon DSLR Camera

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Nikon AF-S DX Micro 40mm F/2.8G Prime Lens for Nikon DSLR Camera

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Tamron AF 70-300mm F/4.0-5.6 Di LD Macro Telephoto Zoom Lens for Nikon DSLR Camera

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Sony SEL50F18F E Mount Full Frame 50 mm F1.8 Prime Lens (Black)

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Olympus M. 40-150mm F4.0-5.6 R Zoom Lens (Black) for Olympus Micro 4/3 Cameras

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Correct equipment always lets you win the task and so does a good lens for awestruck photography. If you are looking for a lens for your interior architectural photography and don't want to burn a hole in your pocket, We are glad you have landed in the correct place. We have outlined some of the best pocket-friendly lenses that would undoubtedly solve your purpose of photography in the best possible way. Let's have a look.

The Top 5 Best Budget Lenses for an Interior Architectural Photography

Architecture and Designing is a kind of profession that needs massive processing power to carry out various tasks simultaneously. From an AutoCAD drawing to working on its 3-D model to rendering it in software, it's a lot of work at one hand. Although Laptops are best for their portability, however, desktop computers are the powerhouses of high performances. Desktop-based workstations seamlessly engage to develop projects efficiently. So at times, it becomes a headache to choose which processor having how much RAM storage or internal drives is required to get the work done. From All-in-ones to power booster CPUs, let us see our top pick solutions to get the projects done more adeptly.
Without further ado, let us discuss the best desktops/computers for Architects and Designers:

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HP HP 23 AIO 2019 23.8" FHD Touchscreen IPS-WLED Backlit Micro Edge Display AIO Desktop Computer

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Microsoft Surface Studio (Intel Core i7, 32GB RAM, 2TB)

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Apple iMac (21.5-inch, 2.3 GHz Dual-core Intel Core i5, 8GB RAM, 1TB)

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CORSAIR ONE PRO Compact Gaming Desktop PC, i7‐8700K, GTX 1080, 480GB M.2 SSD, 2TB HDD, 16GB DDR4, VR-Ready

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Lenovo IdeaCentre 520 All-in-One PC, 23.8" Screen, AMD Ryzen 3, 8GB Memory, 1TB Hard Drive, Windows 10 Home

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Architecture and Designing is a kind of profession that needs massive processing power to carry out various tasks simultaneously and choosing a good desktop becomes a daunting task. So to make your life easy, here we present our favorite Desktops/Computers after deep-dived analysis.

The Top 5 Best Desktops/Computers for Architects and Designers

Mankind has attained unimagined heights in various fields and all thanks to machinery that has always cleared obstruction in its path. One such machinery is a crucial device, called a Laptop. The emergence of laptops has transformed the working style of all the professionals. Because of its handling power, one can execute and assess the work more efficiently in a revolutionized manner. Hence, choosing the right laptop, based on performance, comfort, security, battery life, accessories, and durability, is one serious task. A committed business laptop should be able to turn any place into your workplace. If you are looking for some pizzazz device than these business laptops are best in the market and may guide you for what you just need to conquer the world.
Without any further delay, let us discuss the best business laptops for professionals:
Also, check out <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/product_buying_guide/2522-10-best-laptops-architects-and-designers" target="_self">10 Best Laptops for Architects and Designers</a>
and <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/product_buying_guide/2559-work-home-top-10-essentials-make-your-life-easy" target="_self">Work from Home- Top 10 Essentials to Make your Life Easy</a>

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ASUS ZenBook 14 UX434FL Intel Core i7 8th Gen 14-inch FHD Thin & Light Laptop (16GB RAM/1TB NVMe SSD/Windows 10/2GB NVIDIA GeForce MX250 Graphics/Royal Blue/1.35 Kg), UX434FL-A7801

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Lenovo ThinkPad E490 Intel Core i5 8th Gen 14-inch Thin and Light Laptop (8GB RAM/ 256GB SSD/ DOS/ Black/ 1.75 kg), 20N8S01H00

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New Apple MacBook Pro (16-inch, 16GB RAM, 512GB Storage, 2.6GHz Intel Core i7) - Space Grey

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Microsoft Surface Book 2 Intel Core i7 8th Gen 15 inch Touchscreen 2-in-1 Laptop (16GB/512GB/Windows 10 Pro/Integrated Graphics/Platinum/1.642kg), FUX-00021

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Dell Inspiron 5370 13.3-inch FHD Thin and Light Laptop (Core i5 8th Gen/8GB/256GB SSD/Windows 10 + MS Office), Silver

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Got work related to business? Looking for top laptop choices so as not to regret later? Here we present the best of the best laptop options for readers with our nuanced analysis of available options in the market. Let's just check them out.

The Top 5 Best Business Laptops for Professionals

Architectural Tools

Set square is a tool used in the technical drawings by architects and engineers to provide a planner angle to a predefined baseline. In simpler terms, it is used in drawing straight lines and angles. We all can imagine that a set square is used for precision work and its importance is incomparable. Therefore, it is quintessential that professionals and students have access to the best quality products in the market. We have compiled a list of top 10 best set squares for an Architecture student to aid the young scholars in the field of architecture. We have covered a diverse range of set squares so that one can familiarise themselves with the options available out there and can opt for one or more set squares depending on their requirements.
Also, check out <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/product_buying_guide/2527-top-10-scientific-calculators-architecture-students" target="_self">Top 10 Scientific Calculators for Architecture Students</a>
and <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/product_buying_guide/2532-top-10-best-drafting-tables-architect" target="_self">Top 10 Best Drafting Tables for an Architect</a>

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Vardhman Set Squares Drafting Engineering, Architecture Rulers Combination of 10" and 12" Professional Triangles Made of Clear Plastic

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Isomars Set Squares Drafting Rulers

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POPULAR Adjustable Set Square – Inking Edge – Sides Beveled – All 3 Side Markings – Packed in Canvas Cover (10"/ 25cm)

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Swanson NA202 Metric Speed Square Layout Tool (Aluminum)

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Alvin AS1012 10" & 12" Transparent Triangle Set

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Isomars Adjustable Set Squares - 10" - Made by Acrylic with Permanent Engraved Marking

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TOOLSCENTRE Metal 12 inch Pitsburgh Combination Square Set with 12 Inch Blade (Grey Black)

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Kum 209.12.01 16cm PMMA Crystal Clear Acrylic Compass Triangle

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Khyati Adjustable Set Square Transparent 200MM - 2 Pieces

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Swanson Tool T0111 Speedlite Level Square Layout Tool (Gray)

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A set square is used for precision work and its importance is incomparable for an architectural student. So here, is a list of top 10 best set squares for an Architecture student to aid the young scholars in the field of architecture.

The Top 10 Best Set Squares for an Architecture Student

Architectural Books

Reference books are an excellent way to give students an insight into the exam and the kind of knowledge one is supposed to have. Having a preparatory guidebook can help one get accustomed to the exam pattern and develop an understanding of time management. Preparation is the key to success and the more one practices, the greater their chances of getting the score they want for the exam. These books are designed to season the students so that they are fully prepared and ready to ace the entrance tests.
This list is a compilation of the best preparatory books for NATA 2021, that includes an array of mock tests with solutions and other helpful explanations on complex concepts. These help books might probably be your best shot at NATA 2021, so give them an honest try and see the results unfold right in front of your eyes.
Continue reading for our top 5 picks for NATA 2021 preparation and get your desired scores!

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B. Arch. NATA/JEE (Main) Offline Drawing Test Guide Paperback – 1 January 2021

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Study Guide for B.Arch 2021 Paperback – 7 November 2020

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Architecture Entrance Bank for NATA,JEE B.ARCH/B.PLAN,AAT(IIT)-2021/22 Combo with (Online Mock Test Series+3 eBooks(Online)+ Whatsapp and Telegram group+Solved Sketches 600+ and many more) Paperback – 25 November 2020

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NATA,JEE B.ARCH/B.PLAN ENTRANCE GUIDE-2021/2022(COMBO) With Online Mock Test Series+2 Additional Ebooks+Study Materials through Mobile App+500 Solved Sketches) Paperback – 7 October 2020

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NATA Mock Test Series 2022-23 Paperback – 1 January 2019

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Crack all the architectural entrance exams with these guides that we highly recommend for your future career in Architecture!

5 Best Books for NATA 2021, We Highly Recommend

Books help us develop our thoughts, gives us endless knowledge and lessons while keeping our minds active. We bring to you an assortment of books for young architects that will boost your creativity, provide companionship and at the same time inspire you out of that rut!
This range is appropriate for all architects and designers who are on the lookout for quality research that boosts cognitive mental stimulation. We have listed a wide variety of educational, well-examined, and entertaining books appropriate to transfer you into a unique world of imagination. Keep a lookout in the end for the editor’s pick of the perfect book to start your ingenious journey with. Find below the list of books for young architects:

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101 Things I Learned in Architecture School (The MIT Press) Hardcover – 31 August 2007

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The Interior Design Reference & Specification Book updated & revised: Everything Interior Designers Need to Know Every DayPaperback – Illustrated, 9 January 2018

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The Architecture Reference & Specification Book updated & revised: Everything Architects Need to Know Every Day Paperback – 9 January 2018

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Architecture: A Visual History Hardcover – 4 February 2021

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The Image of the City (Harvard-MIT Joint Center for Urban Studies Series) Paperback – Illustrated, 15 June 1964

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Invisible Cities (Vintage Classics) Paperback – 2 October 1997

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Towards a New Architecture (Dover Architecture) Paperback – 1 February 1985

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The Architecture Of Happiness Paperback – 27 March 2014

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Ten Books on Architecture Paperback – 1 January 2005

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Architecture: Form, Space, & OrderPaperback – 14 November 2014

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Explore the plethora of books for architects to boost that creativity quotient.

10 Books Every Young Architect Must-Have

Books are a guiding source that develops one’s thinking ability while at the same time providing information on various concepts. Similarly in architecture studies, students are expected to have well-rounded information on a variety of subjects and domains. In a day and age where there is no end to knowledge, finding the appropriate and most beneficial content material can seem to be impossible without exhaustive research.
In this article, we aim to assist the students in providing a starting point to purposeful and suitable reading material that will open up the world of architecture and provide references, case studies, and data resources for their educational projects. These are 10 essential architecture books that our experts recommend:

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Sir Banister Fletcher's: History of Architecture Hardcover – 1 January 1999

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Building Construction: Metric Volume 1, 5e: Metric - Vol. 1 Paperback – 1 January 2013

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Manual of Tropical Housing and Building Paperback – 1 January 1975

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Time-Saver Standards for Interior Design and Space Planning Hardcover – 1 July 2017

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Laurie Baker: Truth in Architecture Paperback – 1 May 2015

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Town Planning Paperback – 1 January 2015

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The Great Ages of World Architecture (With Introduction to Landscape Architecture) (2018-2019) Session Paperback – 1 January 2018

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Strength of Material: Mechanics of Soilds Paperback – 30 November 2006

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The Urban Pattern City Planning and Design 5Ed (Pb 2005) Paperback – 1 January 2005

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Architects' Data Paperback – 12 July 2019

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If you’re clueless about where to start a knowledge foundation, explore these highly recommended essential architecture books for students that offer assured help in architectural studies.

10 Essential Books for an Architecture Student, We Highly Recommend

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10 Essential Books for an Architecture Student, We Highly Recommend