Ten Tips to Design Your Home Office Furniture
2011-08-10

Working from home is becoming increasingly popular. But creating a dedicated home office space within your living environment is something that needs careful consideration, here are some tips.

1. Natural light – situate your desk near a window to make the most of daylight.

2. Your seating position – do you want to look out into the room or facing a wall?

3. Comfort – consider the position of radiators or windows.

4. Professional ambience – do you want a simple, functional space or an office designed  to impress?

5. Technology – designate a practical place for your printer, scanner and desktop computer.

6. Filing and storage solutions – built in cupboard space or cabinets can help keep your office tidy.

7. The look and feel – do you want a family friendly study or a traditional boardroom feel?

8. Hot desking – is your home office going to be shared?

9. Traditional or contemporary – think about the style you want and the colour, character and finish of the wood.

10. Part of your home – do you want a study that blends into the style of your home or stands out with a personality of its own?