Being able to work from home is becoming more and more possible these days due to companies being more relaxed with working hours/locations and technology meaning we can work almost anywhere. If you are one of these lucky people able to make the work from home dream a reality, we have got a few tips below to help you design your dream home office.
Think practicality
The first thing to take into consideration is to make sure you have enough room to work. There is nothing worse than feeling cramped up in a box room while trying to do your work. Depending on the type of work you do, it might be that all you need is a computer/laptop, a work station like a desk and a chair that won't leave you hunched over. If you can opt for a location where there is plenty of natural light as this we make you feel more alert and has been proven to increase productivity. Don’t forget the more practical features your office will need such as plug sockets, and always opt for more sockets than you think you’ll need if this is a possibility.
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Keep it calm
You may be one of these people who love bright colors and statement pieces of art on the walls but this isn’t always a great idea when it comes to designing your workspace. Bright colors can actually make you less productive and be more of a distraction. This does also depends on the type of work you do. If you are doing something creative then perhaps having inspiration around you might help, but take this into consideration when you’re thinking about paint colors.
