433 - Mason Watson

Mason Watson started his career in 2016 by designing concept cars and future mobility at Tesla, Byton, & Honda.

In 2021, he launched his own independent product and startup studio called Arcade Labs. Through this, he leads design across product and brand while working 1:1 with founding teams and studios.

He's currently working on Dead Simple Sites and Viewport.

Dead Simple Sites is a curated gallery of the most minimal sites on the web.

Viewport is a place for designers to catalog and showcase their creative process with ease.

Twitter (X) → x.com/madebymbw
LinkedIn → linkedin.com/in/masonbwatson
Read CV → read.cv/mason

Mason's Workspace Tour

Workspace Items

• Desk: IKEA TROTTEN Sit/Stand Desk
• Laptop: MacBook Pro 2021 M1 MAX 14"
• Monitor: Samsung 4K 28" UHD (2020)
• Keyboard: Apple Magic Keyboard
• Mouse: Razer RC30
• Chair: Herman Miller Aeron
• Speakers: Portable Sony SRS
• Headphones: BOSE 700 Over-Ear Headphones
• Mouse Mat: Custom
• Webcam: Anker PowerConf C2000
• Shelf: IKEA EKBY ALEX
• Tablet: Wacom Cintiq 16"
• 3D Printer: Creality Ender 3 V2 Neo
• Camera: Sony A7C
• Book: No Idea Is Final

What is the most recent item that you've added to your workspace?

More succulents on the window :)

How do you spark creativity?

I try to take at least 2 walks per day, usually over an hour in total — this helps me recharge and get fresh air to let ideas brew while away from the office.

Favorite recent book?

Comfort Crisis