I seek good stuff. This is good stuff—daily used and trusted.
Minimalistic. Functional. Simple. I want stuff that works and feels good. Call me a materialist, that's alright. For me, it's a counterweight to my mostly digital (work) life.
What's true for UX in software is true for all products. Experience design is everywhere. Why stop at the screen? Why accept friction in everyday life? I don't.
Well, what to say. Apple is certainly no saint, but they nail experience design.
Have you seen the titanium finish?
My Curt by Ampler keeps me mobile. One gear and a simple belt instead of a chain makes it low maintenance and light. It’s one hell of an e-bike, perfect for commuting in urban areas—even with a child seat. I adore it.
Instead of fast fashion, Asket continuously refines a single 'permanent collection' of high-quality, timeless essentials. Full transparency and traceability. Low environmental footprint. My wardrobe might be boring, but I'm infinitely grateful to not have to think about it anymore.
Digital workers don’t think enough about their tools. No chef uses a blunt knife, right? If I sit 6-7 hours a day at my desk, I want professional gear.
A few years ago, I bought a Liberty by Humanscale. It's another level of comfort and ergonomics. Yes, it’s expensive, but worth it for the time spent.
Hear me out. Leather is great, but have you tried Merino wool or eucalyptus fibers? Allbirds isn't as progressive as Asket, but they try. And boy oh boy, are those shoes comfortable. And they look damn good!
Next up: plates. And a fun example that good UI does not imply good UX.
La Boule by Villeroy & Boch is meant to be stored as a bowl, but you would have to deconstruct the whole thing for every meal—impractical when used every day.
We keep the plates and bowls separated. Each has the perfect form to be a simple, elegant canvas for your food.
You use your toothbrush at least twice a day, so it better be a great experience!
SURI is one of the new kids, but I think they do a lot of things right. It's lightweight, looks sleek, is recyclable—and keeps your teeth clean. No app, no fancy shit.
A few months ago, I made a mistake. Within hours, I found myself deep in the portafilter rabbit hole, and not long after, we had an E2-S and G2 by Zuriga in our kitchen.
It has been a joy ever since. Those machines are just straight-up good. Materials, feel, ease of use, repairability, results. It's all on point. I call it the no fuss setup.
It might be cliché, but I can't help it: I love my coffee routine.
And our espresso and cappuccino cups by onomao make it an absolute delight. They snuggle in your palm, are perfectly weighted and balanced, and feel... calming to the touch. They elevate already great coffee to new heights.
I don't try to be a show-off. As with my blog, this is a very personal reflection on day-to-day life. Everything we touch—be it software, service, or physical product—affects an experience. It might become part of a story we tell friends and family, or simply something we cherish ourselves.
I seek good stuff because it shapes the way I move through the world. Because it turns routines into rituals. Maybe this is just another story I tell myself, but it’s one I enjoy living.