In today’s digital world, the way we work has transformed - but so too have the challenges that come with it. Hours spent hunched over laptops, the blurring of home and office spaces and the demand for productivity at all costs can take a toll on both body and mind. Workplace wellness is no longer optional - it is a necessity that begins with the simple, intentional choices we make about the tools we use every day.
The First Seed of Wellness: BamBoost ®’s Origins
BamBoost®’s story begins long before Home of Nula® existed. In 2016, while completing my postgraduate studies at the University of Cape Town, I participated in a group project where the challenge was to design a “green product for the student market.”
We created a bamboo laptop stand - portable, functional and eco-friendly - without knowing that this small innovation would one day plant the seed for my journey into wellness entrepreneurship. What started as an academic project became the foundation of a product that would later align seamlessly with Home of Nula®’s vision: merging wellness, sustainability and lifestyle in ways that truly support people in their daily lives.
Why Tools Matter for Wellness
Workplace wellness isn’t only about mental health check-ins and balanced work hours - it’s also about how we physically engage with our environments. The right tools can ease strain, improve posture and support focus, creating healthier working rhythms.
That is what BamBoost®’s portable laptop stand was designed to do:
- Ergonomic support - elevating screens to eye-level and reducing neck and back strain.
- Sleek and durable design - crafted from bamboo wood that is strong, lightweight and timeless.
- Portable and versatile - making it as useful for students as it is for professionals on the go.
- Sustainably made - a conscious alternative to plastic or metal, proving that wellness and sustainability can coexist beautifully.
Universally Relevant in a Digital Age
Whether you are a student, a professional or a remote worker, laptops have become universal companions. The BamBoost® stand was created with this reality in mind - a tool that adapts to every workspace, whether it’s a coffee shop, an office or your dining table at home.
It reminds us that wellness is not only about grand rituals but also about the everyday choices we make to support our bodies, minds and environment(s).
More Than a Product: A Philosophy of Wellness
Looking back, I see now that BamBoost® was the first quiet step towards the broader Home of Nula® ecosystem. It was born out of innovation, yes - but also out of care: for the student market, for sustainability and for everyday wellbeing.
Today, the BamBoost® portable laptop stand represents not only a product but as a philosophy: that even in the digital age, we can choose tools that serve our health and reflect our values.
In honour of your wellness in the workplace, keep well and stay healthy.
Best,
Tebogo wa Nula