Make Technology Accessible and AvailableĬomputers have become an essential part of our work environment, so any home office needs to include the necessary technology to support daily activities but without taking over the room. Consider adding additional storage bins for papers as well as boxes of old photos, personal mementos and other objects to easily retrieve them when needed. A bookcase or storage shelf are other great ways to efficiently use space and keep all your items organized. Use a file cabinet in your office to contain documents, files, folders, and envelopes. If doing so is possible, create a closet space where you can hang your clothes during the day while working from home or store your shoes in a large cabinet beneath your desk when not being worn. Use traditional cabinets for storing supplies and books as well as shelves for displays. To keep clutter at bay, incorporate storage space into your design. Home offices should be functional spaces that allow people to efficiently organize their work items and supplies as well as their stuff for their hobbies and craft projects. If possible, place your desk near a large window to enjoy the fresh air and let natural light illuminate your work area. You can accomplish this by: having house plants, using light wood floors, cabinetry, and decorative rugs woven from natural materials. Whether you are employing a soothing color scheme or incorporating natural elements, try to create a room where you feel like your home office belongs in the outdoor environment.

Create an Opportunity to Work With Nature

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