Creating a Home Office

Even if you don't work from home, everyone needs a space to call their own—a comfortable place to read, write, and work on your laptop. In addition, creating a home office or study will make your time dealing with paperwork more enjoyable. In other words, if you are using the kitchen table as a home office. It's time to consider investing in a proper place to relax and get your work done. Because a home office/study isn't just a workplace, it should reflect who you are.

Desks vs. Built-ins for Your Home Office

Depending on your space for creating your home office, a built-in desk would be ideal if space is limited. Almost any corner or unused wall can have a custom built-in desk made with shelving for storage. As an interior designer, I have designed home offices in my client's walk-in closets when space is at a premium. For a home office to work for you, it has to meet your unique needs.

Room to Relax

Many homes have an extra guest bedroom that’s not used to its full potential. For example, the children may have moved out. Therefore, you now have two or three guest bedrooms. One would be perfect for your Study or library. Adding a desk and comfortable sitting creates a relaxing retreat in your home—a place to think, read, or write your next great novel.

Once you can define your exact needs, the next step is to evaluate what your space will allow, your investment budget, and your time frame—working with an interior designer on a successful design plan would make the whole process smoother.

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