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· October 2026
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Library days
From library stairs to an orange cat — a short note on the places that make work possible.
Written by Reyhaneh Ashrafi
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The place of work
Most photos on this site are from the library — not by chance. Focus comes in small clusters that the right space preserves: a fixed desk, an even ambient sound, and a view to the distance.
And the breaks? An orange cat under a stone table is the best reminder that systems are made for humans, not the other way round. A five-minute pause saves hours of work.
Key takeaways
- Space is a tool of focus.
- A short pause is part of the plan, not against it.
- Choose your workplace seriously.