What To Consider For The Home Office Of Your Dreams

Now more than ever, the home office is a place where you spend much of your time. It should be comfortable, inviting, and designed to help you do your best work. When you think about your ideal office space, think about how it would look if you were the only one there. What colors would it have? What kind of furniture would be in the room? How big or small should it be? These are all important questions which will help you design an office that will make working enjoyable for yourself and others. The following article explores these ideas further.

Purpose and Function:

Your office is not just a space where you work, it's also an extension of your personality

When designing your ideal office space, think about what kind of atmosphere the room would have based on who is working there. For example, does it need to be quiet and uninterrupted? Is it a place for meetings and presentations? These factors will affect the design of your office.

Size:

How big should the room be so that it doesn't feel cramped or too large

If you're already working from home, think about how your space is divided up between personal and professional areas. Do you like having an open-concept office space where you can easily work or would it be better to have separate rooms? If your home is rather small, how much square footage do you realistically have in which to design the perfect office?

Color Scheme:

What colors would make this space perfect for you and others who will enter the room regularly

What color schemes might look good in your office? Think about what colors are appealing to you. Do they fit in with the overall design of your home or would it be better to use bold colors that contrast with existing furnishings? If you work mostly on a computer, does this dictate the type of color scheme you should choose (i.e., lighter hues may help reduce eye strain)?

Functionality:

Think about what style of furniture would best suit these needs - practicality, comfort, style, etc...

Your office design will also depend on the type of furniture you purchase. If you're going for a versatile space that can serve as both a work and meeting room, choose multi-functional pieces that offer storage space. If you're looking for an office that will be conducive to intense focus, choose a simple desk and chair (i.e., pieces without distracting details).

Lighting:

Finally, think about the lighting in your ideal office. Natural light is preferable but if this isn't possible, make sure there are lamps around to provide extra lighting where needed.

Inspiration:

Following these steps will help you to create your own version of an ideal, functional home office. 

Still need more inspiration? Check out some of our favorite designs on Pinterest