Remote work is already a normality for many of us. Working from home is a solution that is very convenient and saves a lot of time that we spend for example on commuting. However, anyone who works remotely knows how difficult it is sometimes to focus on the duties at hand. Well, after all, the laundry has to be put in and you need to cook the soup. That's why the absolute basis for anyone who works from home should be to create an aesthetically pleasing and functional work space. How to do it? We suggest!
How to arrange a home office? Not necessarily a separate room!
Working from your couch or bed will not be good for you in the long run. First - it will be more difficult for you to focus on your duties, and second, you will quickly feel that your spine definitely feels better when working at a desk.
If you work from home every day, arranging a comfortable place to work is a must. Of course, it doesn't have to be a separate room. In many apartments or houses there are no conditions for turning a whole separate room into a home office.
It is enough if you set aside space in one of the rooms for a desk and chair. It is worth noting that the room in which you arrange your workspace should be bright. You will also find it useful to have peace and quiet while working on the computer. If your entire large and bustling family often stays together in the living room, for example, a better choice would be a corner of the bedroom, where you can close the door if necessary.
A home office does not have to be located in a separate room. It can also be a part of the living room or bedroom.
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Key elements of home office design
What elements can't be missing from your new home office? Arrange it in such a way that you will sit down to work each day with real pleasure. What should you keep in mind when buying furnishing for your workspace?
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Desk - make it not only pretty, but equally suited to your height. A good choice can be, for example, an adjustable desk, which you can easily modify to your requirements. Such a piece of furniture will also work well if, for the sake of your spine, you want to change your position from sitting to standing from time to time.
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Adjustable chair - a properly selected office chair is an absolutely key piece of equipment for any home office. It's worth choosing one with adjustable seat height, headrest and armrests. Also opt for a model that will be contoured to support the natural curves of the spine.
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Lighting - a desk lamp will make working in the evenings or early winter mornings more pleasant and less tiring for the eyes. Remember to choose bulbs for your desk lamp that give neutral or cool light, which has a stimulating effect. A light that is too warm can make you lazy and it will be difficult for you to concentrate.
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Decorations - a home office that is pleasant to work in should not only be functional, but also simply pretty! So take care of small details, such as potted flowers or a small candle that will create a nice atmosphere and give a pleasant fragrance.
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Accessory equipment - your workspace will also benefit from additional gadgets, such as organizers for pens or documents , and a whiteboard on the wall for attaching notes.
Workspace from home - what style to choose?
If you are arranging your workspace not as a separate room, but as a corner in another one, it is worth ensuring that the look of the office area matches the design of the entire arrangment, such as the living room or bedroom. We have some ideas for you!
Scandinavian style home office
Scandinavian style is much loved by Poles. It is clean, minimalist and light, and at the same time it can be very cozy and homely. If you plan to decorate your office corner in Scandinavian style, go for a combination of white and wood. You can choose a desk with a white top and slender, tapered wood legs. Next to it, let an adjustable chair stand - for example, in a light shade of gray. If you want to warm up the space, put a light blanket on the back of the chair to cover yourself with when the temperature in the house drops. And don't forget to insert even a very small potted plant. It will be beautiful!
A Scandinavian-style home office is functional, comfortable and bright.
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Office in glamour style
Do you like elegant style turned up with subtle glitter? Arrange your workspace in glamour style! Choose a comfortable, soft upholstered chair and a desk with drawers decorated with gold ornaments. Choose a delicate white lamp with jeweled gold ornaments and fresh flowers in a beautiful vase.
Home office in boho style
Boho and scandi-boho style is very warm, cozy and homely! When decorating your office in this aesthetic, use natural materials such as wood, rattan or wicker. Natural accents, such as potted flowers or decorative grasses in a glass vase, will also work great. Arrange the boho style office area in muted and light earth colors - such as beiges, browns and soft shades of green.
Boho style office can be both cozy and very simple in form
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Industrial style workspace
Do you like raw interiors? It is very possible that industrial style is one of your favorites. When decorating your workspace in such an aesthetic use a desk with a wooden top and legs made of black steel. An additional mini dresser with drawers made of black metal mesh will be great here. The industrial office area will look great, for example, against a wall covered with red brick.
Exposed light bulbs and elements of natural wood and black steel are the hallmarks of the industrial style.
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A home office should be functional, cozy and pleasing to the eye! Sometimes it takes really little to arrange a space that will make your work more efficient. It's worth it!
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