In the last few years, we’ve completely changed how we work. Hybrid working has become standard practice across a range of professions and we’re spending more time than ever at home.
In the early days of the pandemic, we were looking at quick-fix ideas to make our makeshift office in the corner of the kitchen work well. We were adding plants and using stacks of books to balance laptops.
But now we’re looking to create dedicated spaces where we can maintain a professional outlook in the spare room. If you’re planning on updating your home office, read on for tips to maximise smaller dimensions and create a functional area where you can do your job effectively.
Create a DIY desk
Have you been using the dining room table for a while because it’s the only “desk” that will fit? Can’t find anything in the shops that will fit into the awkward dimensions of your attic room? Time to get creative and build a bespoke desk tailored to the space you work in.
If you’re set on the space you’re currently working in and you’re not likely to want to move to another area of your home, it’s worth taking the time to get crafty. You’ll need the basics like wood, nails, and tools. You might also want brackets should you want to balance the wood or if you’re after storage, drawer runners from suppliers like RS will do the trick.
Use vertical storage
Build your storage upwards and use the walls to their full potential by adding shelves, hooks, racks, and side tables with built-in cupboards. This will help you to store office supplies and spare hardware like keyboards and mice, and create a home for that office plant you’ve invested in.
Thinking vertical will free up vital floor space in your small office room.
Get the lighting right
Lighting is everything in any room, but it can make all the difference in confined spaces. The brighter things are, the more motivated you’ll feel, so introducing as much natural light as possible is key. Hang a mirror to reflect the light that comes into the room.
Also, the right desk lamp is a great addition – especially when you’re working from home in the winter months and it’s dark for long periods of the day. Invest in lighting that will make you feel comfortable, and you’ll feel more focused.
Keep it tidy
It can be easy to create clutter in any room, but small spaces can quickly become messy. Use the storage solutions you invest in and make a habit of clearing everything away at the end of your workday.
Are you working from home in a small office? What are your go-to tips to maximise the space?
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