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In today’s work-from-home culture, having a home office has become essential. But, creating a workspace at home isn’t always easy, especially if you’re short of space. In addition to having all the amenities related to work, your office needs to be located away from distractions allowing you to maintain focus and be productive. If you’re wondering where and how to set up your home office, this article by Related ISG Realty will provide you with a step-by-step guide to do just that.

Evaluate Your Home

The first step is to find the best areas of your home where you can get work done. Having an unutilized spare room will provide the perfect location. However, if you live in a condominium or a home with an open floor plan, aim to find space away from the living room and kitchen, in addition to investing in high-quality room dividers.

Moreover, look for spaces with ample natural light, as this will translate into a boon in concentration and productivity levels as reported by View.

Shortlist Required Furniture

While working from home you can expect to spend the majority of your time sitting on your work chair. While your dining chair will do just fine for the first few days, in the long run, it is bound to cause back and neck strain. Here is a list of must-have furniture for your home office:

●      An ergonomic chair provides complete back, head, and arms support. This includes having adjustable height, cushioned chair arms, and lumbar support.

●      Depending on where you choose to set up your office, buy a conventional or L-shaped desk. According to MoveSafe, give preference to desks that have storage, openings for cables, and good height clearance.

●      For optimal use of your space, opt to buy vertical shelves. as they provide ample storage for all work-related items.

Follow a Budget

While creating a home office is important, it shouldn't lead to a burden on your finances. As an investment in furniture and other tools will be for the long term, it’s best to buy good quality items which may come with a cost. Instead of buying everything at once, phase out your purchases based on necessity. For instance, if your current table is insufficient for your work needs, opt to buy it first.

Additionally, you can choose to remove old furniture and belongings to make space for your office. Instead of simply discarding them as junk, try to sell them on online marketplaces to generate money for your new office equipment.

Decorate Your Office

As you are bound to spend more time in your office than any other place in the house, here are a few personalization tips for creating a positive environment:

Indoor Plants: According to research, indoor plants provide numerous benefits such as noise reduction, air purification, reduction in stress levels, and promotion of happier moods.

Amethyst Crystals: Whether it be issues with productivity, focus, or creativity, having an amethyst crystal on your work desk will help overcome it all. Additionally, its hallmark purple color is considered to be a natural tranquilizer that helps to regulate emotions of stress and anxiety, making it the perfect addition to your workspace.

Learn to be Flexible

Even after your best efforts, there may be times when distractions are unavoidable, such as your kid’s having friends over, construction in your neighborhood, other members of your home needing the office, and more. Instead of being frustrated, learn to take it as a part of working from home. Depending on the situation, choose to work in a different room or later in the day.

From a long-term perspective, you can maintain a positive home & work environment by having clear boundaries with your family regarding work times.

A lack of space shouldn't stop you from creating a great office. Using the steps in this article, you'll be able to develop a dedicated space for working, which allows you to be productive and meet your professional goals.