As work from home opportunities grow throughout the nation, many workers are now tasked with setting up an office space at home. It can be tedious having to set up monitors, printers and other office supplies in spaces previously reserved for other purposes. However, with the right planning, you can arrange an at-home office with a few simple steps.
First, dedicate a space for your office setup, whether in a separate room or dividing the area of a space already occupied for other use. It’s vital this space or room is neat and away from loud noises if possible to promote optimal concentration and productivity.
Creating a sleek, aesthetically pleasing environment can keep you in a great mind frame while working. For example, you can add a modern wooden L-shape desk along with a comfortable swivel office chair and a desk lamp with a unique design.
This setup allows you to place and store your monitors and supplies with ease and accessibility, while being comfortable. If you’re going to be in one placed for hours, creating an engaging, pleasant and well lit space will help in making sure your work environment doesn’t feel cramped and boring.
When designing your modern home office, add ample cabinet and storage space to prevent workbooks and paperwork from being stuffed away in an unorganized fashion.
Consider adding user-friendly, portable office drawers if your home office doesn’t have adequate storage. If you have limited space, try adding storage bins which can simply slide under your work desk to store printer paper, markers or any other needed supplies. Proper storage keeps items organized and can discourage clutter.
Ready to start designing a stylish office setup? Once you’ve dedicated a space, consider your work needs, and add needed items best suiting your work goals.
Lana Harris is a Chicago native who is a second-generation real estate professional. She was introduced to real estate at a very young age while attending open houses with her mother who is a broker. She honed her skills assisting in property searches (back in the thick, Multiple Listing Service book days,) and using map reading skills to help plan property tour sequencing. Lana’s love of working with people and delivering strong customer service led her to the retail sector, where she developed her management skills at MC Sports, Ann Taylor, and Adidas. She and her husband moved to Utah in 2008 to enjoy the natural beauty of the mountains, and she began her real estate career here in 2015. Most recently, she was a VP of sales for a large team; she thrives on challenges and is determined to overcome obstacles to achieve results for her clients. Lana and her husband enjoy their three large dogs, skiing, camping and paddleboarding.
