Due to the state of the world we live in right now, we have seen a major shift in that more and more people are working from home and working remote! We have rounded up our favourite tips and tricks on how to create a beautiful but functional home office space.
Form & Function
When planning out your home office, ensure that you layout the space according to your work flow and keep in mind what you will require for storage and functional working space. Once you have your work flow layout figured out, source furniture that suits each function while still being beautiful. When picking out furniture, you want to source items that suit the rest of your homes style. This will help to achieve that cohesive design, rather than looking like a commercial office was picked up and placed in your home. Don’t worry, if you don’t get the layout right the first time, you can always make small tweaks later in order to optimize function and work flow once you’ve gotten used to the space.
Paint!
Paint will always be one of the easiest ways to transform a space. Don’t shy away from painting your office a colour that you love. If you work from home, chances are you will be spending a lot of time cooped up in your home office, so surround yourself with an energizing colour that makes you feel good!
Source: Benjamin Moore
Accessorize
When it comes to styling your office, don’t forget to accessorize. This will give your office a more personal feel and create a more exciting place to work from. Opt for stylish desk accessories, a decorative waste basket, fun art on the walls, and stylish but functional organizational piece.
Room with a View
If you can, make your home office a room with a view. Natural light is an important element when it comes to productivity and satisfaction, but also mental health! If you can set up your home office with a view, always opt for it!
Source: House & Home
Photographer: Ema Peter
Designer: Falken Reynolds
Furniture
If you’re going to splurge on anything.. splurge on your office chair. You want to make sure your space is set up ergonomically for maximum comfort and to help ease unnecessary strain on your body. If you want to optimize your ergonomic set up, choose a sit / stand desk so that you are able switch up positions throughout the day for more comfort.
Plants!
Plants are a great addition to any space but in an office they are said to improve productivity and mood. Opt for air purifying plants for that extra layer of awesome.
There is a round up of our top tips and tricks to create a functional but beautiful home office that you’ll actually want to work from!