WFH in Comfort and Style!
In the aftermath of COVID-19, most people are now finding themselves with the challenge of finding peace while working at home, and we believe that one can find it with a fully-functioning office space. From the color you paint the walls, to the objects that you place inside the room, make sure that everything serves a purpose, and is fully optimized for the business you run, or work for, in the space.
Selecting a space can be a challenge, especially if you are working from home with a significant other. Make sure that you have visual "dividers" like bookshelves or screens. Your workspace itself should also receive direct sunlight, as it increases your serotonin and overall will help you to be more productive. If you cannot be near a window, make sure to have "unnatural" natural lighting, like task lamps with swing arms, strip lighting, any overhead light fixtures, etc. to help illuminate your space for any video calls you might have and for your daily tasks.
Color affects our mood, like blue is more calming, whereas a red creates more urgency. Green can be a neutral used to bring freshness and vitality to space, whereas purple accents can stimulate the imagination. Select a color that will resonate with you and make you happy and desire to be in the room for extended amounts of time.
When purchasing a desk and desk chair, you should consider ergonomics and how you will be sitting all day. Your neck and back should be in alignment and, your elbows should be at a 90-degree angle when you are typing. Consider purchasing a standing desk or a standing desk converter for a standard height desk. If you sit for an eight-hour work-day, it is also good to know when to cut off so you can be active in the gym or go for a walk to get some exercise and time in nature if possible.
Accessorize your space to fit your personality and daily tasks in your office space. Live plants freshen up the room and again help with your mood. You can personalize the space with pictures of your children and frame their artwork to keep in mind why you are operating this business out of your home as well. A fragrant candle in your favorite scent also can set an ambient mood in your workspace and be calming. Overall add objects to the space that will inspire you to do your best work.
Keep your workspace organized and decluttered, even in a minimalist fashion. Drawer dividers can keep small nicknacks together and within easy access. Utilize vertical wall space over your desk for a tack board or whiteboard for quick brainstorming. You can also add floating shelves to move items up and off of your desk to maximize your workspace. Organization and cleanliness lead to reduced stress in your work-day.
Overall creating a workspace that fits your needs is not out of reach when you select the right location, colors, lighting, furniture, accessories, and organizational storage items for your workspace. Our future seems to be more WAH (work at home) than not, so how are you addressing this in your personal space? A space that feels good to you will be one that you will work more effectively and peacefully within.
