How to create a home office

Many of us are now working from home, and here at Wilsons, we want to give you our top tips for creating a super focused and functional space. 

Choose a work zone

Your new home work zone needs to be distraction free to help you be as productive as possible. Choose an area of the home that is quiet and encourages productivity. If you don’t have a separate home office, you might use a desk in the bedroom, a corner of the kitchen, or even the dining room table. No matter where your new work zone is located, remember to tidy away anything work-related at the end of the day. This will help to maintain a better work/life balance.

Make sure you’re sitting comfortably

You might be spending many hours sitting at your computer, so it’s important that your seat is comfortable and supportive. If you can afford to invest in a good quality ergonomic office chair, then do. If budgets are tighter, consider a lumbar support. Try to avoid sitting for long periods of time and get up for a quick stroll every hour. This will help to reduce the strain on your back and neck.

Create plenty of light

Try to sit in an area with plenty of natural light. This will help to boost your mood and improve focus. If natural light is lacking, look for good task lighting that will prevent eye strain. Light sources like fairy lights and table lamps are good for creating a cosy atmosphere, but you shouldn’t rely on them in order to see your work.

Keep things neat and organised

Your new work zone is probably very small, so you need to use the space carefully. Try to avoid cluttering up your desk and only keep essential items out. Use storage solutions like desk organisers or baskets to ensure your stationery and notebooks are neat and tidy. If your work requires lots of different tools and equipment, consider a new shelving unit or a storage unit to keep things organised.

Install a good quality blind 

Choose a window dressing that controls the light efficiently and prevents glare and eye strain. If your new work zone is overlooked, consider a blind that will offer excellent levels of privacy. Some good options include Day and Night blinds, which can be arranged in a variety of ways, or Venetian blinds, which still offer a gentle filter of sunlight and fresh air whilst maintaining privacy. Alternatively, you could choose a roller blind or Roman blind, which are available in a wide range of colours and patterns. Roof blinds are also the best choice for spaces with velux windows.

Discover our range of blinds for your new home office. For more information, please get in touch with a member of the team at Wilsons – we are always happy to help.