For many of us, working from home has taken on new meaning. What might have once been an occasional home workspace has now become a place that needs to be organised, professional and comfortable.
Integrating your work life into your home life can be a great opportunity to incorporate your own style while still being practical.
Here are some tips to help make your home office work for you:
1. Whether it is a separate room or a dedicated zone within a room, a home office should be in a part of the house that allows you to concentrate and where you are inspired to be productive. Steer clear of kitchens and TV rooms if you can, to avoid distractions.
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2. A beautiful chair can make a striking statement in a work area, but make sure you have a desk chair that is comfortable, especially if you are using it for longer periods.
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3. Good lighting is critical to a productive space but can be sculptural as well as practical. Create a feature with your lighting; if you are fortunate enough to have natural light in your work area then be sure to take advantage of it when placing your furniture.
Image: Nikolas Koenig, Architectural Digest.
4. Having a clean and organised space is important and this is where good shelving and storage needs to be considered. Keeping things neat and contained can be tricky at home; be smart about how much you need and how much you want to see, especially during that zoom meeting!
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5. Colour can give you energy and increase productivity: decorate with artworks, rugs or feature furniture pieces to personalise your space. Have one or two key pieces or go all out – whatever works for you. Plants and flowers can also add a bit of life and fun to your home office.
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Creating a workspace at home is an opportunity to express yourself in a way you might not be able to when working away from home. Take advantage of it, have some fun and create a space that is uniquely inspiring to you.
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Main image: Roger Davies, Architectural Digest.
