Do you have a home office that’s an afterthought, provides function but has little thought to aesthetics?
That happens to most of us at some point in our lives. Why not upgrade your home office into a personalized workspace that’s embellished with beautiful furniture, color, artwork and rugs?
It’s a great time to consider an upgrade to your home office given the time many of us are spending there during this COVID-19 pandemic. I’m providing some thoughts and insights on what you should consider in making your home office the comfortable, productive space you deserve.
Consider Your Functional Needs
A functional desk is key, as is a high-quality desk chair that’s the correct height and provides comfort. But don’t just focus on function. Shop for stylish furniture that makes you feel good to be in your home office and proud to show the room to others, so you don’t want to shut the door when friends and family come to visit (when we can do that safely!).
Entertain these additional ideas in your home office redesign:
- Customize your space for the tasks you want to complete there — whether major desk work every day or just checking your email once in a while.
- Good illumination that includes ambient lighting and task lighting at your desk.
- Forward thinking about all the devices you need to accommodate, including computer(s), printer(s), charging stations, file cabinets and more.
- A method to hide clutter and cords.
- Window fashions that block the glare on your computer and other devices.
- Open shelving to display work-related memorabilia, as well as closed cabinets to store office necessities like paper and toner cartridges.
Make your home office into a reflection of your personality this season. You may even want to change the name of your room to a study or library to make it sound more beautiful! The result will be a room you will be proud of.
To speak with Linda to learn more about her new Window to Design store, you can contact her at (480) 207-6450, or visit her website — windowtodesign.com, or instagram.com/windowtodesign.
Linda is a Las Sendas resident and a member of the Ladies of Las Sendas, and a contributor on Next Door under Window to Design.