Whether you’re bringing work home from the office, or running a business from home, it is important that you are just as productive at home as you would be in the office. That’s why it is smart to set up a dedicated home office space. From little corner nooks to kitchen tables, and spare rooms, any area in your house can be transformed into a perfect home office. Curious to find out how? Take a peek at our great design ideas for the perfect home office.
Creative colouring
Use your favourite colours to spark inspiration and to differentiate the space from the rest of the house. Even though the work is serious, your office space doesn’t have to be. Give your work space a creative boost with bright colours such as oranges and reds, or use colours like white, greens and blues to create a calm environment.
Use vertical space
If storage space is a problem, repurpose your bare walls into handy, space-saving storage solutions. Install simple, inexpensive floating shelves above the desk to keep all your documents, books and office equipment neatly, and within easy reach. You can also use some of the shelf space to display décor items, or frames with your favourite photos.
Work with a view
A little bit of sunlight or looking up at the view of the garden may be just the thing to keep you motivated to complete a task. Make the most of your office window by placing a desk and chair next to it. Hang sheer curtains by the window to create privacy, without entirely blocking the view. If you don’t have a window, place a beautiful print or poster with an inspirational quote on the wall.
Organise it
The key to a productive workspace is good organisation. Declutter your workspace and manage your time better by storing things in boxes, baskets and organisers that match your home office’s design. Also invest in a stylish filing cabinet for your paperwork and keep all your drawers organised with handy drawer trays.
Accessorise
Create an office you’ll love to spend time in by adding your favourite furniture and décor. Decide on a design theme you like and choose furniture and stationery to match it. If you want to make a bold statement choose a desk or chair in bright colours, or for a subtler look, opt for white and wood -which is on-trend at the moment. Don’t forget to add a framed print, your favourite posters, plants, and good lighting to further personalise the space.
Multi-purpose spaces
Don’t have an extra room available for your home office? No problem. With a few simple changes you can turn any other room, such as the kitchen, the children’s room, or your living room into an area with multiple uses. No one will realise that the pink desk and drawers in your daughter’s room is actually your office space once you lock your office equipment and documents away and out of reach. Alternatively, by adding a comfortable chair to a kitchen island with a powerpoint, and storing your office supplies in a crate nearby, you can create a work area to use during the day.
Many of the Ross North Homes home designs feature incredibly practical and stylish studies or computer nook areas which are ideal for creating a home office. We have more than 40 years of experience as new home builders in Perth, and have built a reputation of designing and building homes with comfortable layouts, beautiful designs and smart innovations. Our team is committed to providing excellent customer service, and we only build with the highest standards of materials, fixtures and fittings to ensure a quality home that can withstand Australian lifestyles and weather conditions. If you haven’t already, do check out our Narrow Lot Home designs in Perth. To find out more call us on 08 9431 8150.
