Allowing employees to work from home is on the rise in many industries. Though some people have been working remotely for quite some time, others are finding themselves working from home for the first time and are not sure how to replicate office vibes in the house. One way to make sure you’re as productive and efficient at home as you are in the office is to decorate your home office. Follow these six design tips on how to decorate your home office.
- Promote productivity through color Feeling motivated while working from home is essential to achieving a productive remote work life. One way to make sure you’re staying on top of your to-do list is by painting your walls an inspiring color. Specific colors can boost productivity and make you more energized. If you want your home office to be calming, paint your walls blue. If you want to feel energized and ready for collaboration, choose yellow. If you want to be relaxed and stay focused, choose green. Even if you want to paint the walls a neutral color like beige or gray, you can incorporate these colors through accessories and accents.
- Choose a desk that makes sense in your space Balancing a computer on your lap may be okay for some people, but if you want your home office to feel like work, you should invest in a desk. If you’re in a smaller apartment, you can turn an old vanity or accent table into a desk. For those with more space, you should find a desk that is proportionate to the rest of the room. Don’t forget to choose something that reflects your style. If you enjoy modern decor, choose something minimal with clean lines. For those who prefer a rustic farmhouse look, a wooden desk would be perfect.
- Get a comfortable chair The chair in your home office is arguably more important than the desk. You’ll be spending a lot of time on it, so you need something as stylish as it is comfortable. Pick a chair that complements the style of your desk. They don’t have to be matchy-matchy, but there should be a balance. If you have a lot of neutrals in the room, use your chair as a way to incorporate a pop of color.
- Focus on lighting Lighting is a vital part of any home office. Not only does it help you stay motivated, but it’s also necessary when you’re video chatting with clients or coworkers. Incorporate as much natural light as you can into your home office. If that’s not possible, choose light fixtures that are stylish, but don’t put a strain on your eyes. Remember: white light helps productivity, and yellow light makes people tired. If there’s room on your desk, you can get a unique table lamp. At the very least, a tall standing light should be in places without much natural light, so you can use it when you’re on a video call.
- Add greenery or flowers Spending a lot of time in your home can get stale. Incorporating natural elements into your home office will elevate your mood and breathe fresh life into the place. Consider adding a few plants in the room, like a succulent on top of your desk or a hanging plant in the corner. You could also put fresh flowers in a vase. If the added pressure of maintaining your plants seems overwhelming, you could hang a nature-themed painting or place a floral printed pillow or blanket on your chair. These little touches will make the space feel more welcoming.
- Find the right storage pieces Sure, you want your home office to be gorgeously decorated, but it also needs to be functional. That’s where storage comes in, and no, you don’t need boring filing cabinets. Ditch the classic metal industrial looking ones, and instead go for a modern upgrade. A floor to ceiling bookshelf doubles as a great design piece and storage fixture. If you don’t have room on the ground for storage, add a few floating shelves throughout the space.
These six tips will put you on the path to decorating the home office of your dreams. If you need to focus on work and don’t have time to think about your home office design, leave it to us!
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