Whether your home office design will be located in an annex, a small bedroom, or just the corner of a room, there are a few essentials you will want to consider when creating a productive workspace at home:

DRAFT A FLOOR PLAN

A floor plan is an excellent tool to organize your thoughts and to make sure you’ve covered all your bases. Create furniture layouts and floor plans. Try different pieces of furniture and determine which location in your home will work best.

LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION

Home offices come in many different shapes and sizes. It can be in a separate room, a quiet corner, or even in your kitchen. The key to selecting the right place for your home office is to think about where and when you do your work.

SPACE TO THINK

Make sure you allow enough space to work comfortably. Ask yourself if you will be able to move easily from side to side, stand up and sit back from your desk. While this may seem like a no-brainer, it’s easy to underestimate how much space you need.

OFFICE STORAGE

Storage is often overlooked when designing a home office and can really affect your productivity. Make sure to include enough shelving, filing cabinets or cupboards for your storage needs. Consider your workflow – what comes in, where will it stay while being worked on, and where does it go when complete?

NATURAL LIGHT AND VIEW

Good lighting is critical for any home office space. Choose a location with some natural light and a view if possible. Position your desk to face the windows or in a location where your computer screen will not be affected.

MAKE IT YOUR OWN

Don’t lose your style! The great part about working from home is that YOU can decide how you want your home office to look and feel. Match your home office with the design and style of your home.

Work with Closets Unlimited to design the custom workspace of your dreams, from built-in systems to cabinets, we create storage solutions that are both functional and stylish.