If a cubicle has you dragging, you’re not alone. Your workspace itself may be the problem. Studies show that working from home makes people up to 22% more productive by reducing distractions and lowering stress. A home office design in Clermont, FL should be both beautiful and functional. If you want to commute less and get more done this year, a home office upgrade can keep you productive and balanced. Here’s what we recommend for a beautiful custom home office design that helps you do your best work.
1. Match Your Goals with Your Layout
How you place and arrange your office furnishings depends on your goal for your workspace. Here are some things to consider:
- Are you a multitasker? An L-Shaped desk can help you create zones. Putting in the corner gives you ample work/writing space, leaving space for additional brainstorming or hands-on work zones.
- Do you have a window? Make the most of it. Natural light lifts your mood and promotes relaxed focus. Facing the window itself might create too much glare (depending on when you work and what side of your home the office is on), so you’ll want to include window treatments and consider facing the desk partially away from the window.
- Where are you working? If you’re going to be using a bonus room or basement, which areas of the room need to be finished or added to suit your purpose? Does your basement office need drop tile or custom ceiling work? Do you need wall or floor coverings that help absorb and reduce noise?
- Are you in the C-Suite?: Centering a large desk creates a hub for focused decision-making.
2. Maximize Your Space
Many people use their smaller, spare bedroom as a home office. Luckily, there are lots of great ways to maximize space and reduce clutter. You can build in nooks and shelving to give the room more depth and keep your books and files organized. Shelving also allows for personal touches like family photos, greenery, and artwork you can add to make the space your own.
Making a small space appear more open is always a good idea, but what if you can actually create more space? Maybe some of the wall can be removed or shortened. You could install a skylight or window to brighten things up naturally. If you need to add a door to an open floor plan for more privacy, a pocket door or barn door won’t open into your office and make it feel less spacious.
Home office storage is always a good idea. Consider what needs to stay in or on your desk, and what can be kept in a separate cabinet. If you work with sensitive and secure documents, a metal/lockable cabinet is a good investment. If the room already includes a closet, use it to store items you only need to use or reference occasionally.
3. Don’t Forget Lighting
Home office lighting design is crucial to getting good results. Consider adding overhead lighting that’s adjustable. You don’t always need a lot of overhead light, especially if you’ve already designed your space to maximize natural lighting. Whether to make lighting warm or cool depends on your needs and preferences. You might find cooler lighting better for visibility, or you might prefer warmer lighting to make things feel calmer. It’s up to you, and either will look beautiful in a custom home office.
4. Local Clermont Partner with Experts
When you work with Highland Homes, you’re choosing a partner that can customize your home office design and build it to your exact goals. Work-life balance will be easier than ever with a dedicated workspace that keeps you productive without clutter or distractions. Make this the year you do your best work (without the commute). Contact Highland Homes to start your home office design project today.
