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Thursday, April 18th, 2019
The Bliss Leather Chair from Protégé Upholstery is simple yet stylish.
Even since man started valuing commodities, leather has become one of the most sought-after materials. The simplest and earliest furniture pieces were probably made of animal skins so that man would be kept warm and comfortable.
Leather is a big testament to the resourcefulness as well as the ingenuity of man. And whether it did play an important part in the development of civilization, it is still a valued material even to this day. Leather has become an enduring piece of fashion and design.
So, is it a must to have leather in your home?
A Little Leather History
Let’s walk down memory lane for a bit. The benefits of using dried animal skins in the prehistoric times are still the same benefits that man enjoys today. Leather has been used for shelter and clothing and all these are there to keep harsh conditions from harming man.
The earliest known leather artifacts were crafted in 1300 BC. This was the time that man began to appreciate and use animal hides for their protection. Suddenly, leather is born and animal skins are no longer just a food by-product.
Ancient Greeks also crafted leather garments and sandals in 1200 BC and during the Homeric era. Leather prevailed and even spread all the way to Egypt where royalty almost revered it.
And as we now live in a society that’s increasingly developing and becoming more sophisticated with each year, innovations keep coming even for an enduring material such as leather.
Leather craftsmen and tanners are still in demand even as they were during the Middle Ages. What’s better today is that, there is now an alternative method that’s been invented for vegetable tanning.
Chrome tanning makes use of chemicals which make leather manufacturing a lot easier. About 80-90% of leather tanning worldwide is now done in this manner.
Leather is not just associated with clothing and bags nowadays but also in the bookbinding industry. The Victorian era began this with novels such as those of Charles Dickens being preserved because of the durability of leather.
Leather Today
These days, leather is still highly valued and renowned. While there are now more options on synthetic fabrics and materials, leather remains one of the leading choices for furniture and accessories.
There are many reasons why leather endures even till these days. First, very few materials can beat leather when it comes to quality. Furniture made of leather are believed to be top-of-the-line and, therefore, premier pieces.
Have you ever been invited to a spacious office where you were welcomed to a lobby filled with leather furniture pieces? What was your impression of that office? Surely, you thought of the adjectives classy or sophisticated. And with modern tanning process now available, leather is now more resistant to sagging, cracking or even peeling.
Leather is also a material that offers comfort. And compared to fabric couches which tend to fade, leather is more enduring. They are less likely to lose their shape. In fact, as true leather becomes more worn out, it becomes even more inviting to one’s sight.
Leather is breathable so it allows heat to dissipate more quickly. No matter what the weather, you are sure to feel comfort as you sit each time in your leather couch.
Speak of durability, leather is also known to last four more times compared to fabric upholstery. It is a tough material although it is also flexible. Because it is all-natural, it is also resistant to dirt and spills. Just wipe it with a clean cloth and you’re done cleaning.
Lastly, leather is so stylish more so when it is dyed. Its unique grain, markings and look shows just how refined you are with your furniture choices
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Wednesday, April 10th, 2019
Hooker Furniture Home Office Office Wall System
Did you know that there is now as much as 1 in 4 Americans who value the benefits of setting up a home office? This is especially useful when they own a small business or when they work as remote employees. Of course, this is an activity that comes with many challenges.
A checklist could help you jump-start your home office set up.
First, a Business Line
Keep in mind that working from your own home means the boundaries between your family life and work could get blurry. You have to set up some degree of separation. You can do this by having a separate business line. All the business calls should go there – no personal calls please.
Implement Office Hours
As important as setting apart a space for your home office, you also need to allot the hours when you’ll be working in that space. This should be the hours that have been personalized to suit your work requirements and interests.
You could be a work-at-home mom who looks after her small kids and who does all her work online. In such a situation, you could just set up a corner desk where there’s a Do Not Enter sign that you could hang when you’re busy and not to be disturbed.
Create Boundaries
Yet again. But this time, you have to learn to separate the business and personal finances. The savings accounts for these should be kept separate. This will save you lots of tax money and time.
Another issue that you could run into when you’re in a home office setup is giving in to interruptions so you have to make it clear to everyone that when you’re working in your office, that you’re not to be disturbed unless it’s already an emergency.
Another way to make boundaries is to set a schedule. Do not get sidetracked by anything. Tell yourself that you’ll stick to this schedule no matter what.
Ascertain the Insurance Coverage
Never assume that the renters or homeowners policy already covers your home office. Take a look at your current policy to see if you have liability coverage especially for accidents. Make sure that your delivery people, even your business visitors, should be covered.
Stand for Better Health
It’s comfy to sit once in a while but it’s also good to get up – once in a while – to regain focus. You also ease up the tension on your neck and back as you do this.
So go ahead, sit then stand and then sit and stand again alternately during your work hours. Keep doing this and you’ll see that you’ll become more productive.
Also a Comfy Chair and Desk
For those alternate hours when you would need to be seated, you have to make sure that you have a comfy chair to sit in. this should have adjustable arms and seat. Preferably, it comes with casters a swivel tilt, and lumbar support.
The ideal desk is one that is ergonomically designed. You wouldn’t want to work in just about any flat surface so it is best to shop for the right desk from the outset.
Of course, the Computer
All businesses need this nowadays. Pick a computer that you researched online. This has to have the features that you need for your small business or for your employment.
Find a laptop, too, so that you could be have a mobile office.
High-Speed Internet
Dial-up connections are long gone. Every office now has to have its broadband connection so that you could work efficiently.
Ample Lighting
Just like shopping for a good chair or an ergonomic desk, you also need to make sure that the lighting is correct. You would like a lighting fixture that won’t leave you squinting or one that won’t allow you to read.
Desk lamps look great in a workplace. They improve the office aesthetics plus they also provide the lighting that you need on your desk. Use LED light on your lamps so that they give off more illumination while costing less on your bills.
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Thursday, May 3rd, 2018
Accessorize it right with the Uttermost Accessories Twist Modern Silver Bookends
The bookshelf has gone a long way from the time when it first appeared in history. Around the moment when codex was first recorded during the first century A.D., open shelves have also made their first appearance. These housed the cylindrical scrolls during that time plus the rectangular codex.
Texts were soon hidden and were stored in trunks, armoires, and just about any container that can help transport books. These were great for mobilization but not for their easy access. Unsurprisingly, in the next 1,400 years or so, books began to be shelved. According to Henry Petroski, who was a civil engineering and history professor, recorded that books have been stored in every possible way except having the spine out.
It wasn’t until the 1930s when bookshelves became prevalent since they were already being promoted by many book publishers.
A bookshelf is now seen as a necessary part of every living room, home office, and even some kitchens, and bedrooms. This one piece of furniture can make a room a lot better space to live in. Just imagine a room with a lot of books that are all cluttering and making a mess as they are stacked in a corner. This is not a desirable vision to look at. Plus, having this sight can give you a headache once it’s time to look for that special edition that you wanted to peruse.
The bookshelves are found in many different places apart from the ones already mentioned. There are also bookshelves in shops and large offices. So, whether it is a residential or commercial setting, you are bound to see this useful piece of furniture.
So what are the advantages of having a usable bookshelf?
Don’t you just love how the Hooker Furniture Home Office Bookcase made this living room a lot more interesting?
Space Saver
The right kind of bookshelf, when placed against or mounted on the wall, can have amazing storage results. This now comes in different sizes and designs, thus, you can use this versatile piece of furniture to organize your home.
You can also choose from wooden shelves or the glass ones. There are many different materials to choose from but wood remains at the very top of this list.
You can also fit smaller bookshelves right under the staircase. This is an amazing utilization of space. This kind of setup is best for smaller homes.
Easy, Immediate Access
The bookshelf makes book access a lot easier. These now come with the most flexible configurations so you can arrange your book collections according to your preference and needs. So that special edition that you have been looking for in a very long time can now be seen much easier, thanks to the racks that prominently display your collections.
Amazing Appeal
A lot of homeowners add bookshelves for the right appeal. The bookworms, most especially, like to flaunt their own collections of books by adding the most appealing bookshelves in their homes. You can now present your books immaculately whether you choose a wood cabinet or not.
Wooden bookshelves can also give your home a nice traditional touch. They can also prevent dust and moisture from destroying your collections.
Multiple Options
There are now a lot of choices to look at. Bookshelves can be corner shelves, ladder shelves, wall-mounted types, tower cabinets, or glass shelves. Pick the style and material that you want and arrange your book collections soon.
Decide also on the size of the bookshelf that is perfect for your collection. If you have bigger books, then you will need a bigger rack or shelf. Surf through our choices of bookshelves here.
See which ones would match your current furnishings in your home.
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Thursday, January 25th, 2018
The exquisite Belvedere Collection: Here is a writing desk that is perfect for your classic home office.
While anyone can do his job wherever he may be, this is not an option that is readily available to all. If you are one of the few who has the choice to sip a cocktail while doing your job, then you’re blessed. And since you have the freedom to work practically anywhere, this does not mean that you shouldn’t have a steady place where you’re supposed to be productive. It’s time to set up your home office.
The benefits of working at home are too many to enumerate but the most obvious are having no geographical limits, savings from transportation expenses, more time with one’s family, a quieter ambiance (which is dependent on how well you chose the home office location), fewer distractions, and the avoidance of traffic.
While you have realized the logic behind working at home, many employers realize that some employees may be wasting their work hours in tasks that are not really work-related. As the one who’s employed, then you have to do your part in maintaining if not doubling your productivity. If you have just set up your own business, then all the more that you need to put your shoulder to the wheel.
Setting Up the Home Office
As more and more homeowners have set up their home offices, quiet rooms, and libraries, this does not mean that you can take the design for granted. Having a home office as a regular part of your home now should not make you default into a room where there’s a table, a chair, your laptop, and nothing more.
There are ways for you to increase your productivity in your new home office. You should consider making this zone one of the most interesting spaces in your entire home.
First, learn to coordinate the patterns. You have been in an office setup. You know that it sometimes takes a professional-looking setting for you to jump-start your activities. Don’t just go for the matching types of patterns.
Develop an interesting pattern on the window treatments as well as the home office furniture that you choose. While you are encouraged to experiment and bring in furnishings that interest you, it also wouldn’t hurt to trust the sets of office furniture and accessories. These should help you keep your office more streamlined and organized, something that a newbie designer should trust.
Be inspired. It pays to have your creativity spurred by your favorite color or by the mood that you would want to invoke in that place. Use accessories that will pop from the background. Silver, brass, gold, and other metallics are effective pieces to add.
A swivel chair becomes more interesting when there is, say, a fusion of leather and metal.
Your home office can also have its unique statement if you choose a statement chair. Be bold in your choice. Don’t go for everything that’s cute and too cubicle-like. Transform the overall vibe in the room by adding a chair that will instantly catch the attention of any visitor. If you want this chair to pop from the background, then be sure to use a white backdrop or anything that’s neutral.
If you want to travel the safe path, then you won’t go wrong with natural elements.
5 Home Office Setup Mistakes
Many people have already committed the no-nos when it comes to home office decoration. You don’t have to learn from your own mistakes. This time, read about the classic mistakes that homeowners have made –
Ignoring the floors up the walls. An inviting home office is all about having a nice coat of fresh paint. Some inspiring prints on the walls could also make a huge difference.
Leaving the cables out in the open. Cables that remain unhidden are accidents that are waiting to happen. Keep these cords hidden.
Un-comfy chair. ‘Need we say more?
Wrong lighting. Who says home offices should only have task lights?
Having limited storage. Now, there are desks and chairs that double as drawers or storage units – make good use of these.
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Friday, July 7th, 2017
The Hooker Furniture Home Office House Blend 60in Peninsula Desk comes complete with open shelving for easy storage.
So, you’ve finally taken the plunge and you’re now embarking on your home office career. This is an exciting phase in your life since you no longer have to dream about working from home but get to actually do it.
Don’t just window shop for office furniture anymore. Sooner or later, you just have to begin shopping for the right office furniture.
When you’re deciding what sort of office desk you will have for your home office, it helps if you search online. You will find hundreds of options there and if you don’t have any idea yet on what type of desk you are actually looking for, you need to learn which features to look for.
Here are the leading desk features to check –
Height
The desk often comes with a standard height and this works well for many people. This height must be set at about 29.5” which is sufficient for a 6’1” male. This can be a little too high for some people. To check what height is right for you, sit on a chair and have it positioned in front of the office desk that you are planning on buying.
Find someone who will measure the vertical distance for you. Take the distance from your elbows down to the floor. This should be your preferred desk height. If you’re unable to find one that’s good enough for you, or if you are shorter or taller, see how you can find a desk that is adjustable. There are computer desks that have adjustable heights.
Finish
The home office may be just a work area for you but this should not automatically be a default office setting. There are many styles of computer desks that are both functional and attractive. Choose from the many materials such as glass, wood, plastic, metal, or even wicker.
You can also invest in a writing desk that looks sophisticated enough for your home office. Buy one that has a classic design so that its style will transcend time.
Cord Ports
A lot of office desks, these days, is the home for a computer whether it’s a desktop type of a laptop. Even when you are going to use the desk as a writing desk, you would want to have one that readily comes with a cord ports for all those power cords and cables.
Cord ports are those holes at the back of the computer desk which allows cables to be routed safely.
Keyboard Tray
Have you observed how quickly a desk space can easily get cluttered? The fewer stuff you place on top of the desk, the better. It would also help if your office desk has a keyboard tray which will free up a lot of space for your other office stuff.
As soon as you’re done typing, you can just tuck the keyboard tray underneath the desk once more.
Thigh Clearance
While it is necessary to have ample storage space for a lot of your office stuff, make sure that the desk drawers do not impede your underneath work surface. A lot of people have a small clearance from their thighs to their forearms, a two-inch work surface would suffice.
Check the edges of the office desk as well. Rounded edges should be preferred.
Or you can have a writing desk: Featured office furniture is the Hooker Furniture Home Office Big Sur Writing Desk.
Now here are some shopping tips –
Dirt-Cheap Doesn’t Spell Best
Expensive executive desks are pricey for a reason. Durability and classiness are characteristics that you need to invest in and you don’t find those in second-hand shops and very rarely in estate sales.
Make Comfort Your Priority
Office productivity comes where the office setting is comfortable and inviting. Find office furniture that is cozy but, more importantly, buy a bean bag or an office couch where you can crash when you feel that you need to take a break.
Lighting and Color Matter
Invest also in great task and ambient lighting. Make sure also that during the day, the office is bathed in natural light.
As for the office color, choose wisely. You may love scarlet but this is a room that’s not too good for it now.
Blue is the best calming color.
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Monday, June 19th, 2017
Hooker Furniture Home Office
Many people who have set up their offices at home now probably know how convenient modular furnishings can be. This is a welcome thing since office settings are in a constant need of catching up.
Just a little trivia here –
These are true partially because of the organizational shift from the traditional office structures to the more collaborative systems. Also, the technological advances are constantly changing the conventional office platforms.
Offices that rely on technology show rapid growth compared due to employee mobility. The use of laptops and tablets instead of the bulky desktop computers generates more space. Employees are now on the move though they collaborate more often.
These are the collective beauty brought about by technology combined with the modular office furnishing.
Modular Design: Why it’s Great for Your Business
Modular, also known as architectural movable systems, are your alternative to conventional office drywall and steel stud. Being structurally mobile isn’t the only benefit to setting up your modular home office, though, here are some more reasons to switch to this kind of office design –
Improved Productivity. Studies have proven that productivity improves where the collaboration centers are set up in various sizes and styles. These non-traditional work spaces are able to maximize technology and human interactions.
Space Optimization. Why allow bulky office furniture occupy a huge portion of your office floor space? It’s time to maximize the living space by adding modular office furniture instead. Keep in mind that square footage is a concern for many offices but it doesn’t have to be yours.
Needs and Functions Met. Through modular systems, you can be able to build units based on the functions that you need for them and also on the user’s needs. If you have employees, then they have also have a say on workspace aesthetics.
Savings. The modular home office systems are cost-efficient. These aren’t just moveable materials, they are also lightweight and easy to set up. You don’t have to construct workstations made of steel and drywall anymore.
Modular systems can also be set up in just a matter of hours – or days for some units. Yet, compared to the usual construction time table, this is already a huge advantage.
Minimal Disruption. Of course, your home office is still a place of business so you would need the least amount of time to set up your workspace.
Modular elements are also easily reconfigurable in order to accommodate your growing needs. If, in the future, you will need more furnishings for your growing team, then all you have to do is to buy additional pieces for your modular system and you’re good to go. The same is also true when you need to cut down on the number of people in your home-based business.
Green. Setting up a modular home office is also environment-friendly. For example, the wall systems use less initial materials. This is already a huge savings in terms of energy and the use of materials. Renovation or set up of your modular home office is also dust-free so you won’t have to close down your office just to integrate this new part of your home.
Flexibility. The modular home office systems can also be easily switched to welcome the addition of technology or aesthetic designs in the future. This is, after all, a system that can be easily reconfigured. You can even use some parts of the system for plugs, plumbing and the integration of technology. Check the modular system designs for possible additions.
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Monday, June 12th, 2017
Cynthia Rowley Side Stripe Accent Writing Desk contrasts beautifully with the dark-colored chair and table lamp.
One of the most difficult things to do when you’re a freelancer is to stay motivated on your task. Working from home means your office will always be subjected to different kinds of distractions, yet you have to learn to make your home office the center of your productive work life again.
A Room You can Enjoy In
Consider your strategy well. It is but reasonable that you would set up a room where it is possible to feel joy. And since you’re also aiming for productivity, then you might as well add that to your agenda.
Ask yourself, therefore, what would put me in a more productive mood? Now this is a really important question to answer.
Consider your goals since these may prod you to begin designing a more productive work space.
How about minimalism? If you don’t use your pens and papers most of the time, then why not put them on a place other than your work desk? All the clutter that you can pick up from that important table must be chucked but make sure that those pens and papers are accessible should the need for them arise.
If the cosmetic change does not trigger a more productive mood for you, then think of other factors that could affect your productivity.
Play Your Favorite Tunes
If you’re the type who likes to work while listening to some soulful music, then get quality speakers and attach them to your laptop. Prepare your playlist so that your creativity may be piqued once again.
A lot of people discover that upbeat music actually makes them want to work some more – and, yes, that’s what you actually need.
There are, of course, those who cannot think straight if there are tunes playing in the background. If this is your case, then set up your home office in an area where there’s the least amount of traffic.
Keep Distractions Away
Or at least to a bare minimum. Keep your children, even your pets, away from your work area. Your playful little ones could become a source of annoyance especially when they start running around so it is best to have a home office far from the playroom.
The basement is a wonderful area to be redecorated and repurposed as your new home office. At the end of the day, it is still your self-discipline that truly counts so, yup, resist the urge to keep taking a break.
Bring In Some Greenery
Plants are known to be aesthetically pleasing. The greater news is that they can even help produce oxygen. Place a pot or two within your home office so that the relaxing greens would have your brain’s RAM running.
You can also place the plants right outside the window where you placed your office desk against (this is if your home office does not have ample space to accommodate the greens).
Light and Color
The color of the walls that would best influence your work mood is blue. Research has proven this while green enhances, balance, yellow moves your emotions and red affects your body.
The blue walls don’t have to be electric blue. You can go for the uber fashionable color this 2017 which is turquoise blue.
Proper lighting is also a critical part of your productive home office setup. The quality as well as the character of your light can increase your energy, reduce eye strain and headaches, and will also make you work more effectively.
Natural light will always be the best source of light for your home office. If this isn’t possible to have, then consider workspace illumination. Just be sure to have the indirect type of lighting because you wouldn’t want to work under direct, glaring lights.
Invest in articulated or adjustable desk lamps. Add some ambient lighting so that your home office will have its own visual character.
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Friday, May 12th, 2017
Biltmore Collectors’ Room at two different angles.
Is your home office designated for running your new business? Or is it a place for the random telecommute? It could also be the nook for organizing your week as well as planning how to pay your bills.
You deserve a lot more than the usual desk and chair for your home office. A home office – your home office – should reflect who you are and it must also be comfortable enough so that you can expect a lot of productive days ahead.
Pick the Perfect Location
You are likely to spend countless hours in this home office so never be frugal with the space. Rather than keep a rarely-used guest room, it is best for you to set up a spacious home office instead.
Think also of the amount of foot traffic that would flow into your home office. How skillful are you in terms of keeping distractions at bay? If you’re not that good in shutting out noise and other distractions, then it is best to find an area that shuns these interruptions.
Form + Function
The desk, chair, storage units and shelves should serve your requirements and not the other way around. Think of the workflow and the stuff that you need within your reach especially during the work hours.
Find pieces that are both functional and beautiful. These pieces must complement all the other rooms in your home. These should not spell characterless.
If your home happens to have a traditional décor, then go for warm and soft, comfortable chairs. A loveseat would be an awesome seating unit for your visitors. A contemporary home, on the other hand, can feature metal furniture or artistic pieces.
The Chair as an Investment
You will be spending many hours in your office chair so make sure that you invest in an ergonomically-correct seat. This means that the chair offers lumbar adjustment for both depth and height. The backrest must be about 12-19n inches in width.
Consider this home office chair as an investment.
The Home Office Palette
Don’t automatically resort to beige. You would need a hue that will turn the cogwheels in your mind. For a few people, this is cheerful orange or the exciting tone of lime green. Still, others require a calming shade such as sea foam blue or botanical green.
The Home Office View
Be sure to position your chair and the desk at an area that is more interesting than the back of a building or a blank wall in the room. Even when you love the wall color, refrain from positioning your office furnishings in front of a blank wall.
It is important that you are able to look at a scenic view as you go about your day. The natural light offered by an open window is most ideal. If you happen to have a windowless home office, then at the very least, hang a lovely picture right above your desk. Also, be sure to position your chair right across the door.
Homey Home Office Accessories
If you’re not going for a contemporary look, then you must enhance the comfortable look and feel in your home office. Look for a rarely used mug and have it hold your favorite pens and pencils. Use a decorative waste basket, hang a bulletin board that’s wrapped in fabric, and conceal all utilitarian bookshelves.
If you can, invest in a more rustic bookshelf. Be sure to hang framed family photos or inspirational prints on the office walls.
A home office that does not have much square footage, could make good use of horizontal and vertical organization. Use a basket to file your papers, notes and mails. As for to-do papers, designate a lovely drawer.
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Friday, April 14th, 2017
Hooker Furniture Home Office Auberose Bunching Bookcase
The home office should no longer be that unused nook or a dedicated part of the basement anymore. It is now 2017 and home offices are already parts of some residential amenities. It is now on par with programming the dining room or the kitchen. So, whether you are working for yourself, or for some clients, the home office is that place where you can work more productively.
Have Less
Tidiness is a huge part of home office design. Don’t let paper eat up the space in this important room in your home. Scan documents instead of printing them out. File them in electronic folders and be sure to keep backup files.
Move towards the kind of space that is smart and uncluttered. You should go through your house and rethink about the positioning of major appliances and electronic devices. Think how you would place your computers, projectors and wireless printers.
Make sure that you have ample cabinet space for all of these. Store but don’t cramp them inside one storage unit.
Multi-Purpose
The workspace may not be located in just one area. This means that being productive may mean mixing routines with a few stints. You have the freedom to choose the design or style that you would use. Do you want an airport lounge type of home office? Or would you want to have a party-theme for this special place?
Some of the most in-demand projects for many architects these days include command centers that open up to the homework bars or kitchens. Here, the parent can work as the children work on the adjacent area.
Non-compartmentalization is huge nowadays, so much so that homeowners specifically request for this style. Most homeowners now want a home office that does not look at all like a home office. There are even those who request for the most playful designs. Some want this room to be a sort of getaway space, free from the usual sterile surroundings that are characteristic of home offices.
The Shed Office
Are you aware of the tiny house movement that is currently sweeping the nation? A shed office is no different. The shed is an effective way to separate the business and personal environments. This trend is now quite popular especially on the West Coast.
The biggest market for shed home offices is California. This state wants the best of the most comfortable and modern home office furniture and architecture. Photographers and writers are common clients for such an office.
This new home office trend is also engulfing the music industry. Musicians want to have a studio sort of home office complete with the essentials of their career.
An Entertainment Area
The home office is also now fusing with the entertainment area. Monitors and TVs can now mean the same thing. Have some pull-out shelves and cabinetry installed so that all your gaming consoles, DVDs, laptops, and other multimedia devices are concealed when not in use.
An Outdoors Office
You have probably thought of your attic or the basement when setting up a home office. No, though, that such days are gone. An ergonomic workspace can be that current sunroom which you can transform into your office space. Imagine you basking under the sun while you think of ideas to make your business fly.
A module home office can also be set outdoors or right in your backyard. This means that you won’t even need to disturb the current layout of your home.
As to the colors, you may want to use emerald green or turquoise which are both huge this year. Instead of the usual white or boring beige, you can stick to the various shades of gray. These will allow you to use accents without being too bold.
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Monday, March 27th, 2017
The sleek Cynthia Rowley for Hooker Furniture Fleur de Glee Writing Desk is all you need for that hallway to become your new workspace.
If you’re thinking that you need an extra room in your home so you can set up a home office, think again. Work-friendly spaces can appear from an unused corner, just a few inches off a wall, or even other areas that you thought to be unusable in the past. Explore the possibilities, wonders await you.
Home Office with a View
Nothing should hamper you from having a home office with ample sunlight. Neither should this natural light keep you from your decorating style.
Set up a desk and chair right in front of a window then fill that empty corner with a bookshelf. Make sure the furniture harmonizes with the rest of the current pieces. Be sure that your new corner home office seamlessly blends with the entire ensemble.
Dual Purpose Home Office
Don’t think that working at an ordinary desk will make you more productive – the traditional look of a desk won’t have any effect on your productivity. So, why not repurpose an armoire as a home office desk as it still serves its purpose as a storage cabinet for your china, silverware, stemware, etc.
Home Office Palette Blues
Remember the key pieces to every home office (chair, desk and shelves). Choosing the right pieces can help you transform a quiet, unused space into something more productive. If the space still permits, keep the zones distinctly different by setting up a work area a few feet away from your bed.
The trick here is to make sure that the decorative elements such as the furniture, its finish, as well as the color palette all play well as a team.
The Bold Home Office
Why fear? Go bold and bright on the primary palette that you will use for your workspace. If you want a space for your child right beside yours, then find a color scheme that blends with your fun work corner. Add lots of shelves and functional storage units to work both your styles.
Hooker Furniture Home Office Viewpoint Wall End Unit L_R: Even the tightest spot can accommodate this wooden corner piece.
The Confidential Home Office
Have you already considered a corner? Then be able to dress it up. Even formal living room setups can offer a workable home office. Just place a small desk, chair and some accessories (e.g. storage bins and task lamp) and you can already call that spot your tiny workspace. This will become your perfect spot for writing a letter or reading the day’s itinerary.
The Floral Home Office
There simply isn’t any sense in wasting a usable corner. So, yes, even the hallway can become a spot for your workspace. A not-so-narrow hallway can easily accommodate a slim desk, a stool and small storage bins. To complete the look, install some printed floral wallpaper.
The Split Home Office
Who says the kitchen can’t have an adjacent home office? You can have your kitchen on one side and your home office on the other. Think of a large china cabinet as a possible divider. Just make sure that you keep the color palette congruent. Consistency in your chosen colors sets the harmony in your design.
If You’re Simply Tired of Your Current Home Office
Or you may already have a home office or corner but are growing tired of its look. If this is the case, try these simple tips –
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