We all get it: that urge to suddenly spice up your desk setup. It's a great setup, certainly nothing wrong with it. But it's time to shake things up a bit. We've been there (that feeling came just last week actually). Previewer has you covered. We've put together 3 up-and-coming, soon to be hits, that you can purchase to spice up your desk setup.

These aren't your typical "best of" recommendations filled with the same overpriced gadgets everyone else is pushing or the cheap Temu lights every influencer was given to advertise. We're talking about genuinely cool products from brands that actually give a d@mn about design and quality. Each one costs less than $100, and more importantly, each one will make you look forward to sitting down at your desk.

Modhaus Upright Two Magsafe Phone Stand

Trust me, it's a must have. I was searching for a Magsafe phone stand to charge my phone, but also keep it accessible while I work. All of the options I found were either cheap metal stands off of Temu or overworked fancy stands that just didn't match the vibe. Then I discovered Aaron von Kreisler's Modhaus. I fell in love. Made from simple and classic materials such as wood, cork, and concrete, their products are expertly designed to make your setup look nice with long lasting, aesthetic materials. When you receive the product, it feels like it was made by hand (cause it is), not like it was made by a machine and then shipped across the ocean. I think I'm going to have this stand for the next 40 years.

Why you should buy it: Look, most phone stands are afterthoughts. Plastic garbage that screams "I bought this at a gas station." The Modhaus stand is different. It's the kind of thing that makes people stop and ask where you got it. The walnut wood and concrete combo isn't just pretty—it's built to last decades. At $79, you're not just buying a phone stand; you're buying a piece of furniture that happens to charge your phone. Plus, that concrete base means you can grab your phone with one hand without the whole thing sliding around your desk like every other flimsy stand out there.

Price as of Article: $79, charger sold separately

Piedra Studios Porsche 911 Turbo Concrete Sculpture

Is it just me or is Porsche all the craze recently? Personally, I've bought in. It's at the top of my vision board, so I might as well just put it straight onto my desk to remind myself of the ultimate goal. This isn't your typical car memorabilia that ends up collecting dust. Piedra Studios took the most iconic sports car silhouette and turned it into handcrafted concrete art. Each piece is hand-poured, which means yours will have unique texture variations and character that mass-produced junk can't touch. It's brutalist meets automotive perfection, and somehow it works perfectly whether you're into cars or just appreciate good design.

Why you should buy it: At $40, this is the best conversation starter you can put on your desk. It's not trying to be a detailed replica—it's art that captures the essence of automotive greatness. The concrete construction means it's hefty enough to feel substantial but small enough (7x3x2 inches) not to dominate your space. Whether you're dreaming of your own 911 or just want something that looks like it belongs in a design museum, this sculpture delivers. Plus, it's way cooler than another boring succulent.

Price as of Article: $40

Roterfader Dot Grid Notepad

A Roterfaden HS6 Notepad open to a dot grid page, showcasing the recycled paper texture and perforation.

It's time to move on from the notebook you received as SWAG at a convention: your notes deserve better. The Dot Grid Notepad is meant to be inserted into a Roterfader Taschenbegleiter organizer system. But to be honest, we kind of just love it raw. This German-made notepad is what happens when someone actually cares about paper quality. Made from 100% recycled paper with a satisfying 80g/m² weight, it features a dot grid on one side and blank on the other. The pages are perforated for clean tear-out, and the whole thing is bound with red thread because Germans don't mess around when it comes to craftsmanship.

Why you should buy it: For five bucks, you get paper that doesn't fall apart when you look at it wrong. The dot grid is perfect for quick sketches, lists, goals, or actual note-taking, while the blank back gives you flexibility. The recycled paper has this great texture that makes writing feel intentional. Sure, you can grab a cheap notepad from the drug store, but this one won't make you hate the act of writing things down. Sometimes the best desk upgrade is just having tools that don't suck. Beware, this might be a slippery slope and require you to get a nice pen to match.

Price as of Article: $5

The Bottom Line

Your desk setup doesn't need to cost a fortune to look like you actually care about where you spend your day. These three products prove that good design and quality materials don't have to break the bank. The Modhaus stand will make charging your phone feel premium, the Piedra sculpture will give people something interesting to look at, and the Roterfader notepad will remind you what decent paper feels like.

Ready to upgrade? Pick one of these products and see how much of a difference thoughtful design makes. Your desk (and your daily mood) will thank you. And hey, check back each day for the next best up-and-coming products that are actually worth your money—no fluff, no sponsored nonsense, just stuff we want from brands you haven't heard of.

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