Building a streaming + podcast office (1 host / 1 guest)
Looking for gear advice (5–8k budget)
Hi everyone,
I’m finishing the planning phase of a home office designed primarily for streaming and podcasting with 1 seated guest, plus casual gaming in free time. Renders/photos are attached so you can see the layout and vibe.
Room layout
Room layout
- Door on the 3.27m side (90cm wide)
- Window centered on the 3.19m wall (1.40m wide)
- Closet wall is excluded from the usable space
- Guest sits on the opposite side of the desk (visible in the renders)
- Under the window: MIDI piano connected to PC
- Guest side needs a TV to read chat or play PS5 / Switch (visible in the renders)
Style goal:
- Warm wood tones, subtle lighting between PVC wall panels and under desks.
- Clean, modern, not flashy RGB.
What I already own
What I already own - Stream Deck
- Samsung Odyssey G5 34”
- Logitech C920 (1080p)
Planned:
24” touchscreen with pen below main monitor (used as a whiteboard, not a pro drawing tablet)
PC case is integrated inside the desk (floating desk, DK-07x style)
Vertical monitors & desk layout
Vertical monitors & desk layout Two vertical side monitors mainly for chat, notes, tools, and references
Refresh rate of 75Hz or 100Hz is more than enough
Resolution and color accuracy prioritized over high refresh rates
Main 34” monitor could be slightly elevated using a monitor arm or riser
This would allow placing a soundbar behind the touchscreen or main monitor
A monitor riser could also help with desk organization and visual balance
Cameras
Cameras Video Output Quality:
- 1080p preferred (1440p max, no need for 4K)
Total of 4 cameras planned:
- 1 camera above main monitor (desk / screen streams)
- 1 camera for host
- 1 camera for guest (behind right vertical monitor)
- 1 camera from ceiling to focus where the laptop stand right now in the renders
Open to webcams or mirrorless if budget makes sense.
Audio
Audio Max 2 people (host + guest)
Currently owned:
- DJI Mini wireless mics x2
- Blue Yeti
Considering:
- 2 XLR dynamic microphones
- Interface / mixer options: Rodecaster Duo or GoXLR Mini
- Microphones on boom arms preferred
Goal:
Clean podcast audio without overkill.
Lighting
Lighting - Good lighting for recordings
- Easy to mount, not overly complex
- Separate lighting for host and guest preferred
- Air conditioning will be on, heat is not a major concern.
- Usable with Stream Deck or Alexa if not possible with the first.
Speakers & sound
Speakers & sound - Space available for a subwoofer under the desk.
- Optional rear tweeters on the AC wall
- Open to active speakers, 2.1 system, or soundbar
- Soundbar possible if main monitor is raised slightly
Goal:
Movies and casual listening without always using headphones
Acoustic treatment
Acoustic treatment Main focus on door and window
Acoustic panels planned for closet wall
Goal is acoustic treatment, not full professional soundproofing
Automation
Automation Alexa used only for turning devices on/off
Lights, AC, PC, and general devices
No Alexa scenes (handled via Stream Deck)
Budget
Budget Initial range: 5–6k USD
Can stretch up to ~8k USD if balanced correctly
No need for professional cinema cameras or ultra-expensive microphones.
Final notes
Final notes