The challenge is finding available space, and that can be difficult especially in urban environments.

Another frequent option is a basement, but this might require investing a bit more in construction materials.

Then theres an empty spot in the garage.

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The final and possibly most exciting option is to actually build out a space in your back yard.

Doors are a standard size, and videos online can guide you through the easy steps of construction.

TheOfficePODshown above defines attractive prefab, and has long been a favorite of ours here at TheCoolist.

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Since creativity is a varied endeavor, well divide this up between the most common creative disciplines.

Next, we suggest you have creative outlets in both digital and traditional mediums.

Now that the design philosophy is understood, what will you stock your creative man cave with?

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Any strong PC will do fine, but Apple has long established itself as the creative standard.

On the traditional, non-computer creative end, we suggest a few key investments.

We adore theTable by Beatus Kopp, a desk that features hollow legs that hide cables and cords.

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Oh, and its stunning, which certainly doesnt hurt.

Last, we didnt forget about the photographer in you.

There are three things you might do beyond your setup to allow for some photographic inspiration.

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You may not need all 88 keys like a standard piano, so a few octaves could suffice.

If youre aiming for an acoustic style, just you and a guitar will work wonders.

If you want to record, itll be a bit more complicated.

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Another, more expensive option is to build or buy a recording booth.

This would be a smaller room-within-a-room with treated walls for an entirely neutral, nearly silent environment.

Youll be able to record your guitar, your voice or your instrument without ugly reflections or reverberation.

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Then youre free to add your own environmental effects in your recording software.

These devices quickly, inexpensively produce three-dimensional objects from designs you render in software environments.

Beyond the 3D printer, a good old-fashioned work bench might be perfect for you.

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you might also invest in electronics kits to build your own DIY-thingamajig at your pleasure.

Hey, perhaps you might even build your own 3D printer?

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