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Biltmore Collectors’ Room at two different angles.\u00a0<\/p><\/div>\n

You deserve a lot more than the usual desk and chair for your home office. A home office \u2013 your<\/em> home office \u2013 should reflect who you are and it must also be comfortable enough so that you can expect a lot of productive days ahead.<\/p>\n

Pick the Perfect Location <\/strong><\/p>\n

You are likely to spend countless hours in this home office so never be frugal <\/em>with the space. Rather than keep a rarely-used guest room, it is best for you to set up a spacious home office instead.<\/p>\n

Think also of the amount of foot traffic that would flow into your home office. How skillful are you in terms of keeping distractions at bay? If you\u2019re not that good in shutting out noise and other distractions, then it is best to find an area that shuns these interruptions.<\/p>\n

Form + Function <\/strong><\/p>\n

The desk, chair, storage units and shelves should serve your requirements and not the other way around. Think of the workflow and the stuff that you need within your reach especially during the work hours.<\/p>\n

Find pieces that are both functional and beautiful. These pieces must complement all the other rooms in your home. These should not spell characterless<\/em>.<\/p>\n

If your home happens to have a traditional d\u00e9cor, then go for warm and soft, comfortable chairs. A loveseat would be an awesome seating unit for your visitors. A contemporary home, on the other hand, can feature metal furniture or artistic pieces.<\/p>\n

The Chair as an Investment <\/strong><\/p>\n

You will be spending many hours in your office chair so make sure that you invest in an ergonomically-correct seat. This means that the chair offers lumbar adjustment for both depth and height. The backrest must be about 12-19n inches in width.<\/p>\n

Consider this home office chair as an investment.<\/p>\n

The Home Office Palette <\/strong><\/p>\n

Don\u2019t automatically resort to beige. You would need a hue that will turn the cogwheels in your mind. For a few people, this is cheerful orange or the exciting tone of lime green. Still, others require a calming shade such as sea foam blue or botanical green.<\/p>\n

The Home Office View <\/strong><\/p>\n

Be sure to position your chair and the desk at an area that is more interesting than the back of a building or a blank wall in the room. Even when you love the wall color, refrain from positioning your office furnishings in front of a blank wall.<\/p>\n

It is important that you are able to look at a scenic view as you go about your day. The natural light offered by an open window is most ideal. If you happen to have a windowless home office, then at the very least, hang a lovely picture right above your desk. Also, be sure to position your chair right across the door.<\/p>\n

Homey Home Office Accessories <\/strong><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re not going for a contemporary look, then you must enhance the comfortable look and feel in your home office. Look for a rarely used mug and have it hold your favorite pens and pencils. Use a decorative waste basket, hang a bulletin board that\u2019s wrapped in fabric, and conceal all utilitarian bookshelves.<\/p>\n

If you can, invest in a more rustic bookshelf. Be sure to hang framed family photos or inspirational prints on the office walls.<\/p>\n

A home office that does not have much square footage, could make good use of horizontal and vertical organization. Use a basket to file your papers, notes and mails. As for to-do papers, designate a lovely drawer.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"