| Home offices are becoming more and more | | | | |
| popular as the work at home population | | | | Desks do not have to be bog standard wooden |
| continues to increase. With the advent of the | | | | style. On the market are stylish chrome, |
| internet this is becoming even more so, as | | | | glass, beech and tubular steel models. Chose |
| more people decide to quit the commute and | | | | a desk that suits your needs and theme. If |
| daily grind of the 9-5, for the comfort of | | | | you're creating a loft feel theme for example |
| their own homes. | | | | chrome and glass will give a spacious look. |
| | | | You want to be comfortable whilst working and |
| With this new found freedom comes the | | | | avoid back strain if possible, so ensure your |
| necessity to create a work space at your own | | | | chair gives lower back support. |
| home. The effectiveness of your home job will | | | | |
| depend on the quality of your home office. | | | | Lighting |
| After all, you will need space to do your | | | | |
| job! | | | | Try to have as much natural light as possible |
| | | | in your workspace. Desk lamps can be |
| When planning to decorate a room as a home | | | | practical but ensure they are adjustable. |
| office, take careful thought. There are many | | | | Overhead lighting and spotlights are |
| aspects to be considered including storage, | | | | available in many funky styles. |
| work space, lighting and textiles. | | | | |
| | | | Flooring |
| Color | | | | |
| | | | Wooden or laminate flooring are popular |
| Try to create a calm atmosphere. Using colors | | | | choices for home offices due to their hard |
| such as neutral and earthy green tones give | | | | wearing properties. They create that clean |
| an indoor/outdoor feel. Blending carpet and | | | | line look and make those trips in your office |
| wall colors give an overall feeling of space, | | | | chair much easier. Avoid carpet if possible |
| which can then be extended when choosing the | | | | as dust will gather and be circulated around |
| materials for your office furniture and | | | | the room which may cause damage to your home |
| textiles. | | | | computer. |
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| Storage | | | | Finishing touches |
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| You will be surprised how much storage you | | | | Purchase finishing items like office filing, |
| can fit into a small room if planned | | | | trendy storage boxes, a clock etc. to achieve |
| sensibly. Overhead storage, corner storage | | | | your overall look. A potted plant can look |
| and shelving create a great office feel and | | | | great and give a little life to your new home |
| will give that much sought after minimal | | | | office. |
| look. Recessed cupboards built into a room | | | | |
| maximise space and can blend into a room if | | | | Now that you have made significant changes |
| they are chosen in the correct materials. | | | | and improved your work space, enjoy your new |
| | | | surroundings! |
| Desks | | | | |