Has your workspace changed since the COVID-19 quarantine? Will you be working from home indefinitely?

You may never have considered home office decor until your home office became your full-time workspace.

Yet a neat, attractive working spot is essential to keeping you organized and inspired.

Here are some ideas you need to know about:

1. Find a Quiet Spot

Your home might have plenty of kids or pets running through on a given day. Your home office should be a place where you can focus on your work with minimal distractions.

You may be able to utilize a rarely-used closet in your bedroom by removing the doors and any boxes or garments. A quick paint job and a simple desk and elegant but comfortable work chair can make this space functional in no time.

Make sure your “office space” has a separate feel from the rest of the room, especially if you’re using a bedroom. You may, for example, be able to invest in a simple partition or portable divider screen that gives your workspace its own walls.

The important thing is that you know the difference between your workspace and any other living space that’s in the room.

Any space can appear modern and sleek in no time. Just add a stylish piece of art, lamp, and any accessories you need for your laptop.

If you’re working in your kitchen and dining space, be sure to clean it off and add only work accessories. If you’re using a kitchen chair, you’ll need to add a cushion.

2. Accessorize

Don’t forget that your workspace is what you’ll be looking at while you think all day long. A plant, art, or picture frame are great ways to put you in a work mode.

Make sure you have a wall to work with and invest in a corkboard if you’re used to tacking up documents. Think about where you’ll be putting your post-it notes and drawings.

3. Store It

If you’re working in a profession where you’ll need to keep lots of documents on hand, consider purchasing a set of drawers or creates that you can hang file folders from. Mark them clearly or color-code them so they can be easily located.

If you need pens and pencils in your work, you’ll need a tidy pencil holder that matches the rest of the decor.

Be careful, however, not to fill your work surface with more accessories than you’ll need on a daily basis.

4. Think About Your View

If possible, try to arrange your office space so you are close to a window.

Exposure to nature can lift your mood emotionally, and contribute to your well-being. It can reduce your blood pressure, lower your heart rate, and decrease your production of stress hormones.

Nature is also known to help your body heal faster and boost your immunity. In addition, it can help increase your energy and engagement.

If it’s impossible to put your new office where a window is within your line of vision, consider taking frequent breaks while you work to get a little sunlight.

It will make you more positive and productive throughout the day.

5. A Fine Background

Video conferencing means that your colleagues will frequently be viewing the space behind your head. Make sure that your background is attractive and professional.

Think about a simple neutral wall with a photo or plant. Make sure any art you have behind you is office-appropriate and not distracting.

If your space is not conducive to a video conferencing backdrop, consider using a virtual background in Zoom. These come in a number of options, and the style you pick can vary depending upon your profession.

6. Consider Your Lighting

It’s important to remember that overhead lighting is useful for helping you to view physical objects and read papers.

Your home office should include some, especially if you’re planning on working after the sun goes down.

Indirect light should be used with shades or curtains so it doesn’t create a glare. This is light that’s not in your direct field of view, such as that streaming in through a nearby window.

A desk lamp can help you focus directly on the tasks in front of you. You’ll want to make sure, however, that it isn’t too close to your monitor. This could create a glare while you’re working.

7.  Get Standing

It’s easy to get settled into a working position that requires you to sit often. Yet sitting too regularly has recently become linked to a number of health problems.

A sedentary lifestyle could lead to high blood pressure, excess body fat, and high blood sugar. It could lead to an increase in your risk of fatal problems such as cancer and cardiovascular disease.

Recently, standing desks give folks the option of standing while they work part of the day. It will increase your physical activity and lower your risk of weight gain and obesity. Standing desks can also help you out by reducing pain and pressure in your back.

If an adjustable desk isn’t practical, think about taking frequent breaks or walks around while you’re working from home. It’s a great way to keep your heart healthy and your stress levels low!

Working From Home in Style

When you’re working from home, it’s critical to create a stylish, functional home office space that keeps your mind clear and focused.

With the right location, functional furniture, and good lighting, you’ll be working productively from home in no time!