It’s only April, and already 2020 has totally changed the lives of millions of people. Chances are you are going to be working at home for a while. For some of us, working from home has been a reality for years, but for many others it is a new and scary challenge. Your home office is probably sparse and impersonal, and not a space you enjoy spending time in. Or maybe you don’t even have a home office at all, let alone a Pinterest worthy desk.
The next few weeks offer you a chance to change that. You can commit to some DIY crafts projects to turn your home office into a personal haven. Or if you want it done and dusted in just a few days, use a design-and-furnish company to create a stellar workspace from scratch.
Why not create a space you actually want to be in, rather than a room you just want to escape from?
Here’s some inspiration. Read the following tips for transforming your home office and soon you’ll be full of Pinterest worthy desk ideas. Good luck!
Upcycled vision board
Vision boards have known benefits on productivity and motivation. The process of planning out your vision board gives you more clarity on what you want out of your life, particularly in the near future. Even better, you can create a vision board from your own upcycled materials!
Start by finding items you are considering discarding, and see what you can do with them. You may want to check the recycling bin or use an old cereal box to start out. An old calendar can provide you with ample space to design or collage, while also reminding you of a significant time in your life. Scraps of clothing can be used as design elements on the board, using your aesthetic sensibilities to motivate you to sit down and bring your vision to life.
A homemade laptop stand
Unless you have incredible craftmanship skills, you should probably not attempt to make your own office chair. After all, an office chair needs to be comfortable and should be designed to give you the support you need. A DIY pallet bench or something similar may look like a Pinterest worthy desk idea, but it might actually cause you more harm than good.
But a nice piece of carpentry you could create for your home office is a homemade laptop stand. Standing while working is both healthy and a good way to keep focused. If you want to work standing up, you will need a platform for your computer. Trust us, a pile of books just doesn’t cut it. Adding your own sweat and labor will make you feel good about yourself every time you stand to work.
Personal art
Many working people don’t have time to pursue their own art projects. They love to paint or take photographs and they have quite a bit of skill, but just aren’t able to get around to displaying their work. This is the perfect opportunity to dedicate some time to bringing your art into the world. Create the painting you have always dreamed of. Write up the poem that is tumbling around in your head. Print off some of your favorite black and white photos that are sitting on your hard drive. And then, hang them up wherever you work. Now that’s a Pinterest worthy desk idea!
Your office space should remind you of your own creativity. Seeing your work on the wall is much better motivation than any inspirational poster. Whenever you feel worn out, you can look at your work and get a boost thinking about the hard work and creativity it took to create that art.
Natural light and greenery
Studies show that having some plants and access to natural light can actually boost your productivity. If you can, look for some small potted plants (fake ones are good too). Arrange your furniture around the availability of natural light and make sure to open the blinds when you’re working.
Whether you have a specific home office space or not, a little bit of fresh air and natural décor can make a huge difference to making your workspace feel inviting.
If you’re at a loss for how to style a desk, just pop over to Pinterest or Instagram. There are plenty of examples of desk styling and Pinterest worthy desk ideas on both platforms.
Ergonomics and taking breaks
The trickiest part of working from home, apart from maintaining focus, is how to keep your body happy. People without a home office set up often find themselves sitting on the couch or slouching over a dining table. It’s easy to damage your spine, neck and shoulders with bad posture.
One way to solve this is to order an ergonomically designed office chair for your home. There are special sit/stand desks you can buy that you can program to exactly your preferred height. Another way to combat body pain is to take regular breaks from working. Stand up regularly, even if it’s just to walk to the kitchen for a glass of water.
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Overall, working from home can be a blessing in disguise, as those who have been doing so for years will tell you. If you spend some time creating the ideal work space for yourself at home, you will find it easy to reap the rewards.
And if you need help creating a work space at home, our designers are ready to assist with plenty of Pinterest worthy desk ideas! It’s free to start a room request. All you have to do is tell us about your space and your style, and we’ll take care of the rest.
This guest post was written by Josh Mishin.
