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TE-adjacent utilitarian aesthetic - Nomad [E] with integrated screens, rotary knobs, and ruler-printed cases
Work Louder creates modular keyboards for digital creators with a philosophy of 'all work & no play' - making professional tools that feel playful, versatile, and above all else, creative. They believe people do their best work when it doesn't feel like work at all, blending the desire for innovation with a willingness to break from convention in a product category typically seen as a mere plastic shell around a motherboard.
Signature$359
The flagship 65% low-profile wireless keyboard featuring an IPS display, 3 rotary encoders, Pomodoro timer, and media controls. Built with aluminum bottom and custom Work Louder switches.
Signature$174
A wireless 13-key macropad with joystick, rotary encoder, and touch sensor. Features contextual presets that auto-switch based on active app and on-screen radial menu.
Signature$349
The original modular ortholinear keyboard system with Work Board, Nano Pad, and Loop Pad modules. Features rotary encoders and QMK/VIA compatibility for digital creators.
Signature$439
Premium CNC aluminum low-profile keyboard designed by Ben Fryc. Features two rotary knobs, 100x310px color display, and evokes the look of both classic and modern technology.
$89
Entry-level 47-key ortholinear board available as DIY kit, assembly kit, or prebuilt. 3D-printable frame option available. Built for fun and function at an accessible price.
$559
Extended modular keyboard with Work Board, Nano Pad, Loop Pad, and Numpad modules. The full-featured setup for power users needing comprehensive macro capabilities.
$69
Nylon EDC case with all-around foam bumper and waterproof zip. Fits Nomad E and k.no.b.1 keyboards with front pocket and pen holders.
🇺🇸 US · $300-$500
Mode Designs creates thoughtful, purposeful mechanical keyboards designed to feel just right, from the sound of each keystroke to the finish of every material. Every detail is considered from first sketch to final assembly, with a belief that beauty plays a role in utility and the tools you use every day should bring joy.
🇦🇺 AU · $400-$600
RAMA WORKS creates timeless, collectible pieces through meticulous industrial design. Founded on the principle that industrial designers bear responsibility for environmental impact, the studio focuses on durable, machined metal products that people keep forever rather than discard. Every detail from packaging to custom fasteners is considered to provide the best end-user experience.
🇨🇳 CN · $$
Keychron believes keyboards are personal tools that should reflect the user's personality. Founded by keyboard enthusiasts frustrated with the lack of Mac-compatible mechanical keyboards, they pioneer open-source firmware (QMK/VIA/ZMK), bringing enthusiast-grade customization to mainstream products. Their design ethos centers on modularity, hot-swappable components, and accessible premium quality.
🇺🇸 US · $200-$800
Monome creates adaptable, minimalist sound instruments built on principles of openness, transparency, and community collaboration. Their blank-slate approach eschews labels and predefined functions, allowing users to imagine and define each device's purpose through software and scripting. Everything from hardware schematics to firmware is open-source, fostering a vibrant ecosystem of user-created applications.
🇸🇪 SE · $59-$2,199
Teenage Engineering creates high-quality, well-designed electronic products with a 'no fuzz' philosophy featuring simple geometry, basic color palettes, and intuitive functionality. Their design draws inspiration from vintage portable electronics and Nintendo's Game & Watch, blending retro aesthetics with cutting-edge technology to make professional music tools feel like beloved toys.
🇺🇸 US · $849-$2,499
Framework rejects the disposability of consumer electronics, building modular, repairable, and upgradeable products designed to last. Their philosophy treats computers like durable goods—bicycles and automobiles—where the expectation is long usage lifetimes and designed-in serviceability. Every component is accessible with a standard Phillips screwdriver, challenging the industry assumption that repairability requires sacrificing aesthetics.