4 Quick Methods for Creating the Perfect Home Office

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Do you like to work from home? Or maybe just the idea of working from appeals to you, but the reality is too much. There’s no doubt that designing a home office can increase your productivity, helping you to save time and get more done. But the reality is sometimes not the same. Who wants to give away precious space to a desk you are trying to avoid? Often these spaces become littered with bills and unopened letters.

We believe that a home office, however, is essential. All that is missing is a plan that will fit your style, your productivity, and your life. Here is a quick guide with tips that will prove invaluable in helping you to create the perfect home office. We’ve focused on rounding up some of the best and most convenient ways to convert a space in your home into a work zone. Whether you have lots of extra space or are working with tiny, we feel like you owe it to yourself to create a place to get focused and organized easily within reach.

Method 1: Convert a Closet

This is perfect for people with not a lot of space. With a little ingenuity, a converted closet can work great as work spaces. And besides, many of us have a closet full of junk that we’ve been promising ourselves we will clean out. Rather than let it sit in there forever, wouldn’t it be nicer to clean it out and create some personal space you can use? Take the opportunity to declutter and add functionality to your home.

First, find a desk that fits inside. This will create a cozy and inviting environment that will help you stay focused on the task at hand. Before installing it though, make sure to paint the interior of the closet a soothing color. Add shelves that you can reach. Do you have a light? Don’t forget the small stuff. A desk lamp can suffice but sometimes overhead lighting is better. The last thing to do is replace the closet door with a curtain for easy access. When you are done, just pull the curtain and work disappears. Check out this great example on My Burning Kitchen.

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Corner Desk

This is the ideal situation, unless you have a dedicated room (and if you do we assume you planned that from the beginning). Any corner of a room can become an office, whether a guest bedroom, part of a studio, or just a room of the house with some unused space. The trick in these cases is to create a space that has its identity but doesn’t disrupt the room. Done correctly, it will feel like you’ve entered a different environment, giving you the focus you need to work from home.

Create a space you want to dwell in. Pick carefully a desk that appeals to you, but don’t leave out the extras. Add plants, lights, and file organizers. And if you have the room, expand beyond the edge of the desk. Put some storage, like file cabinets, below the desk on either side. Add some shelving or work-flow boards on the wall. Lastly, get a comfortable, dedicated office chair. There’s a reason that they make them with wheels and all the tilt options. You’ll want to be able to get around easily your space and stay comfortable for as long as you need.

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Small Entryway Bill Pay

Maybe that’s too much work. Perhaps you don’t really need to have a place to really zone out. Maybe you already have an office that you spend all day at, and after a commute, you’d rather just sit down and pay the bills quick. The perfect match for you then is a small entryway desk where you can keep the mail as it comes into the house.

We recommend having a desk with at least one skinny drawer. This way you can put everything away and keep your space tidy. But feel free to go small. With a setup like this, closer to the door is better. That way you can easily capture the mail as it comes into the house. If the volume it too much, try adding a file organizer. That way you can spend the right amount of time to stay on top of your bills.

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Fold-up kitchen table

Don’t have that make space? Don’t despair. The kitchen is often a place to get things done. Add a fold-up table to one wall with a file organizer above. Pull the table down when you are ready to work, and grab a kitchen stool or chair. This easy home office solution disappears when not in use. This strategy is essential for urban dwellers.

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Home Office Style

Everyone has a different work style. Some crave sunlight and should try to find a window when they choose a work space. Others want no distractions. Picking out furniture for your home office can seem daunting. There are a lot of options, and different styles appeal to different personalities. Streamlined modern and contemporary desks include only the most essential features. These pieces work for people craving structure. On the other hand, antique finds or old industrial furniture tend to have a bit more personality. These choices might work better for a writer or artist who needs comfort to inspire their creativity. The important thing to remember is to decorate and design from a place of passion and desire. Don’t worry about what will clash with what. Don’t fret over what other people use. Take a moment to get in tune with yourself and discover what works for you. As long as you keep the bottom line in mind, your productivity, creating a home office will be a great way to get organized, no matter what style you choose.

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