By zedcoalam Many employees only dream of working in the luxury of their homes so if you are one of the few who have been blessed to achieve this, then you have to make sure that your home office is nothing but the best.
This space in your home and the way it will be designed to play a vital role in your future productivity. Even if you are a self-declared minimalist, your office must still have ample furniture and supplies for optimal performance.
Designing Your Home Office
Whether you want a contemporary design or a traditional style in your home office, it is important to remember a few useful tips. There are a lot of things to consider when designing a home office –
Consider a good location: Before you even get down to choosing office furniture, why not choose a great location first? Find an area that has less noise, is well-lit, and has ample ventilation. This is supposed to be a room that will cut you off from the outside world, a place where you can look forward to work at each day. Of course, you need to concentrate, plan, and focus in order to achieve your goals so your choice of location can make or break your home career.
Home office furniture fundamentals: Once you have decided on the location, the next step is to find the right furniture for your home office. First, you need to look for a desk that will accommodate your laptop or desktop.
You may also have a need to add a printer or extra equipment so find a desk that can accommodate these.
Depending on your type of work, you may need a desk that comes with drawers for your office supplies and files. Whenever possible, buy a portable table which is easy to move around when things get monotonous.
A few more cabinets may be installed for your other office materials. If it is possible, install a wall-mounted cabinet to free up some floor space.
Do you like the look of book racks in an office? Then go ahead and fulfill your desire as well as you storage wishes by adding shelves. Find also a memo board which you can put above your desk.
If you are an artist or an interior designer, it is also important to make room for an additional desk where you can sketch or paint.
If your work requires that you toil during the wee hours of the morning, then it will also help to have a couch right in your home office. A single seat will also do; the idea is to have somewhere, other than your desk chair, to go to when you want to have a break.
Do not cram these furniture pieces so that you will have enough space left for you to move about.
Light and ventilation basics: These factors are quite important when considering the design for your home office. You need to have a fresh, working mind each time so the room must have ample light and ventilation. Though artificial ventilation is okay, nothing beats a breath of fresh air when you need to clear your mind.
Never place your office desk against the light because this will pose a major hindrance as you need to strain your eyes each time. You may use a lamp on your desk, though, for additional focus.
Finishing touches: Working at home does not mean that you have to be in a dull environment. You still must achieve a certain level of energy and classiness. Use bright-colored paint while keeping the underlying colors subtle.
Color is not always about the paint that you use, sometimes, this can be provided by your choice of furniture. You may personalize, in fact, you are encouraged to since this is a room in your home where your personality must be reflected. Add a carpet on the empty floor space and you are good to go!
Cloe Matheson 
Louis Hanley