Working from home means you don’t have to put
on a suit every single day, shave your face or do your hair morning after
morning, buy expensive work suits or waste time commuting for hours. It also
means you can decorate your office the way you like and add the items you find
necessary – from precious sports memorabilia to your children’s early art
projects. If you decorate your home office properly, you’ll feel comfortable
and enjoy your working area, which will make you more productive and efficient.
Here are a few ideas how you can design your ideal home office.
Proper Equipment
A number of people working from home are
freelancing and doing their work over the Internet, so two most important
things in their home office are a reliable computer and a wireless connection.
Even if you’re not freelancing, you’ll still need to be online all the time and
thus won’t be able to imagine your office without a proper Wi-Fi hub.
Unfortunately, that’s not all.
Besides a computer you can rely on, you’ll
also need other equipment you could find in a regular office – a printer, scanner, monitor, shredder, phone, etc. The problem is,
however, that you’ll have to get all of these items on your own, instead of
having them provided by the company you work for. This could get pricey, so
keep this in mind when considering your home office budget.
A Perfect Space for Your Desk
If you’re stuck behind a desk for hours every
single day, make sure you’ve found the perfect spot for it. Staring at a wall
won’t get you inspired, productive or creative, but finding a better solution
could do wonders for your work.
By positioning your desk near a window, you’ll
get lots of natural light, and also be able to find inspiration in the
outdoors. This is a great way to get your creative juices flowing, and since
you’re the one designing your own office, there’s no reason why you shouldn’t
do that. Another idea is to place your desk on a patio or even in the backyard and enjoy
the nature around you. That way, you’ll get more work done and your day will
pass by much faster.
Support and Comfort
Speaking of desks, not everyone knows that a
proper desk/chair combo is vital in a home office – but they learn it after
just a day or two. Sitting in an uncomfortable chair and at an inappropriate
desk produce acute low back pain and make it impossible for you to do your job.
That’s why you need to think long and hard before purchasing home office
furniture.
Start with the desk – there are lots of
options to choose from, so make sure you pick a spacious and supportive desk
that will help you endure long working hours. While a traditional desk could
work for most people, others just can’t sit all day long, so innovative adjustable desks might be the perfect solution for them. Their height can be adjusted
in just a matter of seconds, so you can alternate between a standing and
sitting position to avoid chronic back pain. The same goes for the chair – make
sure it’s ergonomic, supportive and comfy, and don’t worry if it costs a bit
more than usual.
A Personal Touch
Being in a position to decorate your own
office, don’t be afraid to add a personal touch to it. Instead of generic
pictures or motivational posters covering your walls, why don’t you add a
portrait of your family or something that has a special meaning for you? These
things will surely inspire you more and allow you to stay connected with your
family while working.
Nevertheless, remember to stay professional
when decorating your home office. Baby pictures all over the place might seem
cute and motivating when you’re alone, but someone else might find them
unfitting. Just because you work from home doesn’t mean you won’t have business
meetings in your office, so balance your decorations between personal and
corporate.
Other Ideas
Some other ideas you should consider when
designing a home office are proper lighting solutions, storage organization and
keeping your office area away from your living space. This way, you’ll get a
nice, comfortable and enjoyable office like no other.
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