Home offices were already quite popular with entrepreneurs, home based businesses and executives working in corporate houses. However, ever since the pandemic in early 2020, home office requirements have gone through a complete transformation.
For many, home offices have become a necessity rather than a luxury. The concept of work from home is here to stay. Companies, wherever possible, are preferring employees work from home as long as they stay productive.
The keyword here is to stay ‘productive’. With so many people frantically trying to create a conducive work environment at home, home office interior design has become a sought-after service.
It does not matter if you are trying to design your own home office or taking the help of a professional interior designer, there are some things you need to consider before the design process.
1) The mood of your home office
You need to ask yourself, what mood are you trying to set with your new home office design?
Some people in high stress jobs may want something that is relaxing. Some may want a home office space that helps them stay energized. Others would want a modern workspace while some prefer traditional style furniture.
Whatever speaks to you and helps you with your mood while working needs to be reflected in your home office design. So that is the first question you should ask yourself and only after that can you start designing your office.
2) Ventilation and lighting
There have been studies that have shown good ventilation and lots of natural source of light helps with work productivity. However, not all of us are lucky enough to have spaces at home that can provide natural lighting.
Hence while designing your home office, you need to keep in mind the lighting source. If it is natural, then where should your desk be placed. If artificial lighting is more dominant, then what kind of lights will help you focus on your job for a longer period of time.
3) Plants
For me, this is an important consideration. Ideally we should all have plenty of plants around in the workplace. It helps relax your mind and at the same time, provides energy as well.
For those with completely indoor workspaces without natural lighting, should consider having plants that do not need much sunlight.
You may also consider plants that do not need watering daily.
Also the position of your plants matter as they should not be in the way of your work but at the same time easily noticeable for you while working.
4) Furniture and equipment
Some need just a desk and a laptop. Those who create videos from home may want a studio style setup with desktop computers for editing.
Depending upon the type of work and your industry, you may require different equipment in your home office.
You need to plan out your furniture and design of your home office based on the equipment you need for your work. Think ahead and ensure your home office has space for something you may need in the future.
Final thoughts
Home office interior design is not just about aesthetics. It is about functionality as well. It is about creating a space that will increase your productivity, uplift your mood and reduce work stress.
Keep the above points in mind and you will end up with a home office where it would not feel like work but a space where you enjoy spending time.
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