I think these terms have pretty much been embraced by the people they are most often applied to. I, personally, refer to the room myself and my colleagues work

I think these terms have pretty much been embraced by the people they are most often applied to. I, personally, refer to the room myself and my colleagues work in as "The Nerd Cave". I frequently refer to myself as a geek in social settings. I see absolutely nothing derogatory about aligning myself with other smart, thoughtful, and creative people.