Home office ideas to inspire productivity in a smaller home
Lots of people are now working from home more frequently, whether it is due to a hybrid working system or a more permanent working solution for you. It is vital that you have a space that you are comfortable in and where you can create the best possible work.
We will take you through some simple steps to help you create a calming home office environment which will include utilising elements of high-quality oak furniture.
Factors to consider when setting up a home office?
Having a dedicated working space within your home will help you to set aside household distractions and allow you to focus on work. A home office design is supposed to inspire you to get those last bits of work done and enjoy your surroundings whilst completing your daily tasks.
Carving out an entirely separate workspace is not always an option for those who live in smaller spaces and it can be tricky to think creatively about the best ways to put the little space we do have to work.
Most home office ideas can be reinterpreted or reworked to fit in smaller settings and be just as effective as a full-sized home office. It is a case of planning ahead and making careful choices and clever furniture instalments to help you to create that stylish desk area to boost your productivity.
Even if you are simply choosing to carve out a corner of your bedroom to dedicate entirely to your home office now is the time to get it set up for a whole new season of working from home.
How to make a smaller workspace more comfortable
An organised workspace is not just about how it looks, it’s also about how well it functions, how comfortable it is and how efficient you are within that space. You should be able to perform all of your work with ease and quickly access what you need.
It’s important that you create a flexible workstation that can be comfortable to work at during the day but can be seamlessly packed away or even ignored completely in the evenings. Versatility is key if you want to successfully build a home office workspace in a smaller environment.
Investing in high-quality oak home office furniture can help you to make your workspace feel a little more comfortable and homely whilst still improving your productivity and the overall aesthetics of the office space. Furniture items such as oak office desks and snug office chairs, or even oak sideboards, for those who want to capitalise on space-saving, can have a helpful effect and help you to turn a tiny space into an amazing office environment for you to work in.
An oak corner desk can also be an excellent solution for fitting a desk space and storage into a room without overly encroaching on the rest of the space in the room.
If you simply don’t have the space for an oak desk or a sideboard then you may want to consider getting creative with the spare space you do have. Oak bookcases make great dividers to limit distractions in your workspace and will help you to easily segregate your home and work lifestyles so that you can easily unwind after a long day at work.
How to decorate your new home office space
Nature can be very soothing for the soul so having green plants in or around your desk space can be very calming. Plants have been proven to alleviate work-related anxiety and promote clarity. We have a whole guide on how to promote a biophilic design throughout your home for those who want to inject a little more nature into their living space.
Investing in a desk lamp or a subtle floor lamp is another good idea to help you when working through those late nights. Even in daylight can be extremely helpful when taking video calls with clients and colleagues, it is important to consider how well-lit your desk space is especially if it is in a tight corner or smaller space as they can sometimes be darker than the rest of your home.
Another way to make your desk space more interesting is to hang some wall art up, not only can you show off your hobbies and interests in a creative way but it can also help you to brighten up the space as a whole and inject some colour into the area.
What is the best way to introduce space-saving storage solutions into your home?
There are plenty of ways to implement storage solutions into a smaller workspace, filing cabinets can work really well if you have the space for one. If not there are many other alternatives such as floating shelves or having a tall bookcase where you can store important documents and accessories accessibly. Having a shelving unit will also allow you to inject some personality into your space with additional decorations.
A slimline chest of drawers is also a great solution to add more storage space to your home office environment to make all of your accessories much more accessible. You can also find smaller desktop drawers and shelves if you are stuck for floor space.
Having nested tables nearby can make it easier to keep hot or cold beverages nearby without them cluttering up your desk space and they could be a great place to put your desk lamp if there isn’t room left on your desk.
However you decide to set up your home office, if the space makes you feel miserable then this will have a negative effect on your productivity and overall work quality. It is important that you enjoy the space you are working in and feel comfortable sitting and working in that space for the majority of your weekdays and can easily switch off from work in the evenings and at weekends.
