Turning Your Space Into a Comfortable Home Office


Working from Home 
Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, five million employees were already working from home for half of their workweek or more. Now, as remote work has become more of a necessity for many Americans due to social distancing guidelines, more people are seeing the benefits of working from home.
In fact, working remotely is a flexible solution that reduces stress for 86% of employees and increases happiness and productivity for 24% of them. With such positive results, working from home could become a long-term solution for many workplaces. However, as temporary home offices transition into more permanent work spaces, they'll need some improvements in order to foster more productivity and a healthy work-life balance.
The need for a home office
The key to being productive while working at home is to create a space you can call a home office. Working from your couch or at your kitchen counter isn't ideal for your sitting posture or your ability to focus. Additionally, if you keep meshing your work area with your personal spaces, the line between work and home will blur.
If you plan on continuing (or starting) a remote work position, the need for a home office will help you keep your work life separated from your home life. By dedicating a space solely for working and physically getting up to "go to the office," you're allowing yourself to easily transition into "work mode" and be more productive.
Start with the basics
You can create a home office with two simple items. You will need a desk and an ergonomic chair.
We recommend the Super Z writing desk if you don't have a lot of space for your home office. The modern and compact design is ideal for creating a comfortable nook you can use to work.
You should also invest in an office chair with an ergonomic design. Look for features like back, neck and head support to foster a healthy sitting posture.
Storage options
A cluttered desk will only distract you from working. Be proactive and invest in storage options before messes accumulates in your home office. Queen City Home Store offers a wide range of file cabinets and bookcases you can use to store paperwork, binders, reference books and more.

Personalize your space
Personalizing your home office will help you get in a good mental space and be more creative. This is where you get to have fun and pick items that feel personal and meaningful! Here are a few options to consider:
  • Picture frames
  • Wall art
  • Area rugs
  • Plants
  • Collectibles
Adding some personal touches and decorations will liven up the area and dissuade any monotony or dullness.
Boost productivity
Set a portion of your home office budget toward items that will make you more productive. If you often multitask, you will find that turning a Smart TV into a second monitor can help you get more things done.
You could also enhance your home office with a new router for a faster connection, use a dedicated landline to stay in touch with coworkers and clients, add a printer and scanner combo, or set up a cork board above your desk if you need a visual organization tool.
Comfort
Creating a home office where you can feel comfortable and focus on your work is important. Natural light is best for mood and visibility, so consider investing in new window treatments that let more light in. If there isn't much natural light available, a desk lamp can help prevent eye strain.
You should also think about adding a personal fan or space heater to maintain a comfortable temperature in your home office.
The best way to create a home office is to design a space adapted to your needs and to the way you like to work. Take a look at Queen City Home Store's furniture selection to find the right items for your home office.



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