Whether you find yourself working from home more and more often instead of traveling to the office, or you’ve decided to start a home-based business, you need a defined office space that’s tailor-made to suit your needs. Here are a few tips on how to do just that.
Location Is Everything
If you’re someone who needs a very quiet workspace avoid areas in your home where there tends to be heavy foot traffic. Choose a secluded space, perhaps in a loft area or basement. Remember that if you plan to have clients visit the office, privacy is key.
Take a Seat
And make sure it’s comfortable, since you’re likely to spend a significant portion of your day behind your desk. Choose a chair that’s ergonomically correct.
Consider the Color Wheel
You want to create a work environment that inspires positivity and productivity, and since color can influence your mood the color of your walls is important. If you work best in an atmosphere that’s calming opt for neutrals like celery green, grey, beige, or greige (a combo of beige and grey), which can all create a sense of tranquility.
If bright and cheerful colors suit you better choose wall pigments in shades of yellow, orange, or even purple. And if you don’t want to commit the entire room to a bright color, an accent wall can still do the trick.
Remember Organization and Efficiency
Whether your office space is large or small it should be efficient. To that end consider desktop vertical file folders for easy access and to keep your desk organized and free of clutter. For files that you need to store away—instead of a bulky file cabinet—max out the use of your space with a stylish mobile file ottoman, which gives you file storage cleverly disguised as an upholstered piece of furniture. An ottoman with metal casters will allow you to move it around the office. Prop up your feet after a long day.
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