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Friday, July 7th, 2017
The Hooker Furniture Home Office House Blend 60in Peninsula Desk comes complete with open shelving for easy storage.
So, you’ve finally taken the plunge and you’re now embarking on your home office career. This is an exciting phase in your life since you no longer have to dream about working from home but get to actually do it.
Don’t just window shop for office furniture anymore. Sooner or later, you just have to begin shopping for the right office furniture.
When you’re deciding what sort of office desk you will have for your home office, it helps if you search online. You will find hundreds of options there and if you don’t have any idea yet on what type of desk you are actually looking for, you need to learn which features to look for.
Here are the leading desk features to check –
Height
The desk often comes with a standard height and this works well for many people. This height must be set at about 29.5” which is sufficient for a 6’1” male. This can be a little too high for some people. To check what height is right for you, sit on a chair and have it positioned in front of the office desk that you are planning on buying.
Find someone who will measure the vertical distance for you. Take the distance from your elbows down to the floor. This should be your preferred desk height. If you’re unable to find one that’s good enough for you, or if you are shorter or taller, see how you can find a desk that is adjustable. There are computer desks that have adjustable heights.
Finish
The home office may be just a work area for you but this should not automatically be a default office setting. There are many styles of computer desks that are both functional and attractive. Choose from the many materials such as glass, wood, plastic, metal, or even wicker.
You can also invest in a writing desk that looks sophisticated enough for your home office. Buy one that has a classic design so that its style will transcend time.
Cord Ports
A lot of office desks, these days, is the home for a computer whether it’s a desktop type of a laptop. Even when you are going to use the desk as a writing desk, you would want to have one that readily comes with a cord ports for all those power cords and cables.
Cord ports are those holes at the back of the computer desk which allows cables to be routed safely.
Keyboard Tray
Have you observed how quickly a desk space can easily get cluttered? The fewer stuff you place on top of the desk, the better. It would also help if your office desk has a keyboard tray which will free up a lot of space for your other office stuff.
As soon as you’re done typing, you can just tuck the keyboard tray underneath the desk once more.
Thigh Clearance
While it is necessary to have ample storage space for a lot of your office stuff, make sure that the desk drawers do not impede your underneath work surface. A lot of people have a small clearance from their thighs to their forearms, a two-inch work surface would suffice.
Check the edges of the office desk as well. Rounded edges should be preferred.
Or you can have a writing desk: Featured office furniture is the Hooker Furniture Home Office Big Sur Writing Desk.
Now here are some shopping tips –
Dirt-Cheap Doesn’t Spell Best
Expensive executive desks are pricey for a reason. Durability and classiness are characteristics that you need to invest in and you don’t find those in second-hand shops and very rarely in estate sales.
Make Comfort Your Priority
Office productivity comes where the office setting is comfortable and inviting. Find office furniture that is cozy but, more importantly, buy a bean bag or an office couch where you can crash when you feel that you need to take a break.
Lighting and Color Matter
Invest also in great task and ambient lighting. Make sure also that during the day, the office is bathed in natural light.
As for the office color, choose wisely. You may love scarlet but this is a room that’s not too good for it now.
Blue is the best calming color.
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Friday, October 21st, 2016
FFDM Belvedere Collection
One of the biggest problems that remote workers say about working in a home office is being less productive. If you happen to be working in one right now, what should you do to optimize productivity and not fall in the same dilemma as many others complain about?
Managers worry so much about work productivity but now that you’re your own boss, it’s your time to worry. With you, it becomes doubly difficult to be more productive because chores beckon and the kitchen always offers the aroma of your spouse’s home-cooked meals. These are distractions that you need to fight against – and fast.
So, if you want to have more work hours added to your current work routine, here’s what you should do –
Structure Your Work Day
Productivity is a huge concern for you now so you need to look on how you structure your time for work. If you have to use certain tools that will make your work routine more productive, then do so.
Syncing your work with your tablet and smart phone would do you good. Doing so will help you make good use of your time.
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Stylize Your Home Office
A wonderful way to create a place that would make you want to go to work is to stylize it. Don’t worry too much about rules and stuff that tell you which to put and which not to put inside your cubicle. Giving your home office a little character should prod you to go to work, hence, you spend more time in the office, and you end up being more productive.
Be sure to focus on the benefits of working from home. Decorate to inspire productivity. Remember, while decorating, that you will conduct business in that cubicle. Also, you would not want to hang any distracting photos or posters right on the area where you will hold your video conferences.
Design your home office smartly. Use wall art but make sure that they are there to be seen by prospective clients and not as distraction.
Pick a Practical Desk Size
Remember that the desk has to suit the job that you are going to do in your home office. If you believe that you are going to be doing a lot of paperwork, then you definitely need a larger desk. A big desk, though, invites distractions in many forms but it can also offer additional surface area for your picture frames. Your family photos should motivate you to become more productive.
Be sure to buy a basic desk that meets the ergonomic standards. An ergonomically-designed chair will help prevent injuries, making your back feel optimal all the time.
The right desk can also offer more storage solutions for that extra stack of papers.
Safety Is Key
Remember that you will be using a lot of electronic devices in your home office so it would be best to fuse safety with the décor. A lot of home offices are cozy spaces with a lot of cords that are exposed. These are tripping hazards that you need to get rid of. You can place these cords right behind the office cabinets or have them wrapped then attached to the legs of the desk or table.
Never, ever hide cables underneath an area rug or the carpeting. This is a fire hazard especially when the cords are already damaged or frayed.
Use Correct Lighting
Inspiring productivity in your office means you have to install proper lighting. Most people who work in home offices tend to spend more time working so it would be best to have correct lighting installed from the onset.
Your lighting needs should meet your comfort as well as productivity requirements. Use natural light as much as possible.
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Wednesday, April 27th, 2016
Hooker Furniture Home Office Cherry Knee-Hole Desk-Bow Front
Have you ever tried organizing your office desk? It may seem like a simple task but it could actually take an hour or two for a lot of people. As soon as the task is done, maintaining its kempt look could be difficult. So, you might ask yourself – do I really need a huge desk or will a small one do?
Cables and other computer accessories always pose organization concerns. They can provide a nightmare for those who do not know how to keep them out of sight. Other concerns include mounds of paper, office supplies, printer, and other home office stuff.
These become doubly problematic once space becomes an issue. Not all homes can have ample space for a dedicated home office. If you have not been given the luxury of having a whole room in your home for your home office, then don’t fret. There are many other options.
Choices include a corner in your laundry room, a big closet, and many other places where you have never thought you could actually squeeze in a desk before.
Here are some spots where you could locate your new workstation –
The Hooker Furniture Home Office Melange 60-inch Bondurant Desk can serve as your work table and storage space for other stuff.
The Bedroom
Having large closets in the bedroom leaves you without any need for an additional dresser. Use this extra area as a place for a small desk instead. The bedroom is a quiet, soothing space so this means that you can work in total silence if you want to.
The Basement
Another quiet place where you can put your desk and chair is the basement. An unfinished basement is not just the perfect spot for a game room. It can also be used as your new workstation. Just picture this – you can take a relaxing game of foosball or ping pong after a long day of work.
Isn’t that sublime?
The Kitchen
The kitchen is no less than the hub of your home so this can be a great space for you to place your office desk. Now you might think that it is not conducive to a productive day but some people work better when there’s a lot of activity going on about them.
If you are not the type that can work when your family is buzzing about, then you need to find a quieter place.
The Laundry Room
You can always find a nook inside the laundry room to accommodate a desk and a small chair. This space can be dedicated to homework or bill paying. If you run the laundry at two loads each week, then this room is quiet most days of the week.
You can always slink off to this room during the evenings when it is a lot quieter.
The Nursery
Your little one – preferably an infant – could share the room with you. This space is usually quiet especially when you little one is asleep. If you don’t require a lot of paper storage then you can even use the desk drawers as extra space for your baby’s clothes or toys.
The playroom is the perfect spot to place your desk. This is more applicable if you pay your bills during the time that your kids are asleep. This spot can be used by your kids, too, if they need to finish some homework during the day.
The Living Room
Never overlook the living room. You can have a desk installed in one of the pocket spaces inside that room. The shelves can be decorated with supplies that you use in your home office.
The Entry Way
This is one spot that isn’t busy all the time. Rather than placing a regular console table in the foyer, see if you can have a desk and chair set up there. This will give you a place to put your keys and letters, too.
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Wednesday, January 20th, 2016
Fine Furniture Design Home Office Trade Winds Writing Desk 1220-925 at McCreerys Home Furnishings.
The office desk is the central point of every work space. It is crucial, therefore, that you take the time to choose the right one. Don’t start looking at it as a daunting task, rather, an exciting phase that you need to go through.
There are many kinds of workspaces ranging from wide open, tiny to the hugely efficient. The perfect layout only becomes so if you find the right desk. Yet how do you get to choose the best?
The first thing that you need to remember is that the office desk is actually all about you. This is going to be your home base and private domain. While other office furniture must take into consideration other requirements, the office desk is one that has to meet yours. Prioritize your work habits as well as your preferences as you formulate the questions in choosing your work desk.
The office desk is both a computer work station and a place for paperwork. Make sure that it is able to carry computer equipment in such a way that cable clutter is reduced to a bare minimum. Some compartments will serve as storage for your computer components as well as important documents.
Take for instance the Fine Furniture Design Home Office Trade Winds Writing Desk (1220-925). This comes from the fine collection of Palm Island with a unique, softer finish called BALI. This is the perfect desk to invest in if you want your home office to stand out. Its finish offers a sun bleached look. Materials like hand-woven rattan pieces or woven padded twill will complement the BALI finish. Its hardware comprises custom metal and natural wood.
If you are going to use a desk for administrative purposes, then be sure to find a huge one that can accommodate shuffling and paper cataloguing. Storing or shelving documents and records will always be an issue in any office space so it pays to considering having an ancillary cabinet.
Do you also need to conduct meetings while you are seated in your work station? Then consider setting up a U-shaped or L-shaped layout. This will give you both a restrictive space where you can do administrative tasks, and an open space where you can hold conferences with others.
The discreet armoire can tone down a workplace ambiance.
The Hooker Furniture Home Office Skyline Executive Desk is definitely for the big boss.
Desk Materials
Common materials used in crafting office desks are metal, plastics and, of course, wood.
Wooden materials come in different colors and grain patterns.
Desks made of solid wood are great for aesthetic purposes. These may be pricier at first but you get to use it for the rest of your life. When maintained well enough, hardwood desks could even become heirloom pieces.
Hooker Furniture Home Office Treviso Writing Desk 5374-10459 at McCreerys Home Furnishings.
Cleaning Wooden Desks
It is important to clean wood furniture if you want it to last. Solid wood furniture cannot be cleaned with just any ordinary furniture polish. A lot of the most popular furniture polishes have silicone and wax ingredients.
It’s best to avoid these polishes. Wax can leave residue that has a tendency to build up overtime. This can eventually lead to an uneven or cloudy appearance. Silicone, on the other hand, leaves behind white deposits that tend to destroy rather than improve furniture finishes.
Clean wooden desks 6 to 12 times every year. A mixture of mild soap and water should do. Dust your wooden office desk every week using a dry cloth. Dust can also be abrasive so when left on wooden surfaces, it can dull the appearance of the furniture.
Acquiring a beautiful piece such as the Treviso writing desk on the right requires a lot of attention – maintenance wise and social status wise. This office desk was aptly named from a province north of Venice right on the Adriatic Sea. Treviso offers authenticity, one that ages beautifully through the years. Notice that dark macchiato finish of this rustic office desk. It will take you through the Italian Renaissance because of its lovely Old World antique look.
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Tuesday, January 12th, 2016
Hooker Furniture Home Office Brookhaven Desk Chair
Designing your first home office can be kind of tricky. Primarily, you need to establish how the office would look and feel. If you decide to go for a homey atmosphere, chances are, you may not be able to concentrate with your work. There are simply a lot of things in your home that can take your attention away from your work.
If, however, you pick the professional style, then why place the office inside your home in the first place? One of the blessings of setting up a home office is that you have the freedom to use a style according to your preference. With this in mind, just make sure that you can separate this space from the rest of your home.
Awesome Home Office Setup Tips
The first guideline – because it is the most evident – is to never blend work and the pleasurable things that you do at home. Even if you think that you are the most focused person in your previous workplace, this will not amount to anything if you do not separate your home office from all the other rooms in your home. The two are bound to fuse so break them up from the onset.
Fine Furniture Design Home Office New Bedford Ladies Desk 1020-925 is for the delicate female professional.
Next, be sure to examine your home office now and then. Clear away game consoles, TV, and other possible sources of distractions. While you may have separated your home office from the other rooms, keeping these gadgets near your work area can still cause major distraction.
Respect and maintain the boundaries that have been set. Keep the workplace distinct from all the rooms. Doing so will have a psychological effect on how you work.
‘See that magnificent Brookhaven Desk Chair from Hooker Furniture above? The next guideline pertains to this very thing. You have to invest in a seating support that does not just look good in your home office but would also support your back as you work those long hours.
The American Academy of Family Physicians has reported that approximately 90% of adults feel back pain at one point in their lives. This means that you should pay attention to the style and sturdiness of the chair that you are about to purchase.
One of the things that are neglected in setting up home offices is lighting. Too bright or too dim just won’t work. If you want to get ample lighting, then allow your desk to be situated near a window where sunlight could come in.
If you ever felt lethargic during the winter months, then you are not alone. Research proves that people do tend to feel this way during the holidays due to lack of sunlight exposure. Boost your mood and stabilize your sleep patterns by allowing more natural light to enter your home office. If you work during the night, then be sure to get artificial lighting for your workspace.
If you are not sure about the intensity or tone that is suitable to your home office, then experiment on these. Consider the factors such as the total amount of space and number of lighting fixtures, used when making your final decision.
Apart from having updated technology for your workspace, you must also make sure that you simplify processes. So how do you go about with this?
Organize your home office often as this will increase your work efficiency. Clutter can cause distraction so invest in storage units such as a stylish office cabinet. Do not settle for those traditional metal types straight away. Try laying your eyes on a wooden cabinet or shelf that may also serve as a piece that will balance the statement piece (your office desk).
Practice minimalism in your home office and you’d never go wrong.
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