u003ch1u003eWAYS TO UPDATE YOUR HOME OFFICEu003c/h1u003ernu003cpu003eWhen working from home, it’s essential to create a private workspace that provides comfort and maximizes productivity. Whether your home office is a converted spare bedroom, attic, den or basement, you’ll want to make sure it offers enough space for a desk and computer equipment and meets your storage requirements.u003c/pu003ernu003cpu003eUse the following ideas for home office improvements to update your work area.u003c/pu003ernu003ch2u003eTHINK OUTSIDE THE BOXu003c/h2u003ernu003cpu003eu003ca href=u0022https://www.wolfhomeproducts.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Black-Cabinets-Office-Design.jpgu0022u003eu003cimg class=u0022size-full wp-image-13450 aligncenteru0022 src=u0022https://www.wolfhomeproducts.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Black-Cabinets-Office-Design.jpgu0022 alt=u0022u0022 width=u00221200u0022 height=u0022800u0022 /u003eu003c/au003eu003c/pu003ernu003cdivu003ernu003cpu003eSelman Kazanci of USA Cabinet Store designed this home office featuring Wolf Designer cabinets, Parker door style, custom Inkwell finish from Benjamin Moore.u003c/pu003ernu003c/divu003ernu003cpu003eCabinets aren’t u003ca href=u0022https://www.wolfhomeproducts.com/blog/9-places-to-put-cabinets-that-arent-in-the-kitchen-or-bathroom/u0022u003ejust for kitchensu003c/au003e! Installing cabinetry can improve your home office by giving you more storage space for:u003c/pu003ernu003culu003erntu003cliu003eFiles or paperworku003c/liu003erntu003cliu003eExtra office equipment and suppliesu003c/liu003erntu003cliu003eBooks or writing journalsu003c/liu003erntu003cliu003eExtra cables or chargersu003c/liu003erntu003cliu003eTrinketsu003c/liu003erntu003cliu003eMiscellaneous items u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003ernu003cpu003eCabinets also offer ample opportunities for creativity by incorporating your ideas for a custom-designed office space. The u003ca href=u0022https://www.wolfhomeproducts.com/kitchen-cabinetry/u0022u003eright cabinetsu003c/au003e can enhance your workspace’s appearance and help you create a more productive environment. You can install cabinets or shelves next to your desk, on walls or wherever else works best in your office configuration.u003c/pu003ernu003ch2u003eTHINK ERGONOMICALLYu003c/h2u003ernu003cpu003eu003ca href=u0022https://www.wolfhomeproducts.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Wolf-Rocky-Ridge-Estate-Classic-Office.jpgu0022u003eu003cimg class=u0022size-full wp-image-13451 aligncenteru0022 src=u0022https://www.wolfhomeproducts.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Wolf-Rocky-Ridge-Estate-Classic-Office.jpgu0022 alt=u0022u0022 width=u00221200u0022 height=u0022822u0022 /u003eu003c/au003eu003c/pu003ernu003cpu003eFeaturing Wolf Classic cabinets, Dartmouth and Dartmouth 5-Piece door style in White paint.u003c/pu003ernu003cpu003eErgonomics are crucial when setting up a home office. To determine the appropriate desk height, sit at the desk with your arms at your side. When you move your elbows to a 90-degree angle, you should be able to place your hands comfortably on the surface.u003c/pu003ernu003cpu003eSelect an ergonomic chair that follows your spine’s natural curvature and offers sufficient lumbar support. Your chair should allow you to sit comfortably in the same position for extended periods without fidgeting or slouching. An adjustable chair can help you compensate if the desk height is too high or low.u003c/pu003ernu003cpu003eYou can also invest in a seat cushion or memory foam armrest pads to provide additional comfort if you’re sitting in a chair for multiple hours a day. The more you take care of your body while you work, the better you’ll feel at the end of a long workday.u003c/pu003ernu003ch2u003eCREATE THE PERFECT AMBIANCEu003c/h2u003ernu003cpu003eu003ca href=u0022https://www.wolfhomeproducts.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Office-With-Wolf-Rocky-Ridge-Estate-Classic.jpgu0022u003eu003cimg class=u0022size-full wp-image-13452 aligncenteru0022 src=u0022https://www.wolfhomeproducts.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Office-With-Wolf-Rocky-Ridge-Estate-Classic.jpgu0022 alt=u0022u0022 width=u00221200u0022 height=u0022800u0022 /u003eu003c/au003eu003c/pu003ernu003cpu003eFeaturing Wolf Classic cabinets, Dartmouth and Dartmouth 5-Piece door style in White paint.u003c/pu003ernu003cpu003eYou don’t want your home office to feel like a dungeon or prison cell. Your home office should be comfortable and inviting to boost your creativity and make you more productive. Create the ideal DIY office space by:u003c/pu003ernu003culu003erntu003cliu003eInvesting in lighting: If the room or space doesn’t have a window, use lighting to brighten the area. Invest in a high-quality desk lamp to help you stay alert and avoid eyestrain. You can even choose lighting with various color temperatures to change the lighting from warm to cold or dim to bright as needed.u003c/liu003erntu003cliu003eUsing wall decorations and pictures: Surround yourself with pictures of loved ones and other things that make you happy. You can use a picture frame to prop up a cute photo of your family members by your work computer to provide you with a boost of serotonin throughout the day, or you can hang up a poster from your favorite TV show.u003c/liu003erntu003cliu003eChoosing a new paint color: Painting the walls a calming color can help you relax and enhance the work setting. If your walls are plain white, it may not feel like a comfortable or homey environment. Try fun colors, such as green or blue, to spice up the room and make you feel more comfortable while you work.u003c/liu003erntu003cliu003eAdding homey touches: Placing a few plants on your desk or throughout the workspace can help the area feel more u0022aliveu0022 and have a soothing effect during a stressful workday. An area rug can also contribute to your home office’s decor and comfort.u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003ernu003ch2u003eSETTING UP YOUR DESKu003c/h2u003ernu003cpu003eu003ca href=u0022https://www.wolfhomeproducts.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Wolf-Rocky-Ridge-Estate-Classic-White-Cabinets-in-Office.jpgu0022u003eu003cimg class=u0022size-full wp-image-13453 aligncenteru0022 src=u0022https://www.wolfhomeproducts.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Wolf-Rocky-Ridge-Estate-Classic-White-Cabinets-in-Office.jpgu0022 alt=u0022u0022 width=u00221200u0022 height=u0022803u0022 /u003eu003c/au003eu003c/pu003ernu003cpu003eFeaturing Wolf Classic cabinets, Dartmouth and Dartmouth 5-Piece door style in White paint.u003c/pu003ernu003cpu003eYour desk should offer enough space to hold your computer and everything else you need during the workday. Work from home setup ideas for your desk include:u003c/pu003ernu003culu003erntu003cliu003eKeeping necessary items within reach: Place the items you use the most within easy reach so you can retrieve them without moving your chair. Use organizers to help keep everything neat and easily accessible so you don’t have to waste time looking for items when you need them.u003c/liu003erntu003cliu003eUtilizing storage space: Don’t clutter your desktop with things you rarely use — store these objects in drawers or cabinets or on shelving. u003c/liu003erntu003cliu003eMaking chair and desk upgrades: Make sure the height of your desk and chair enable you to view your computer monitor at eye level without hunching. Many office chairs are adjustable, so you can tweak them until they fit perfectly. You can even find adjustable desks that will move to the ideal height so your legs aren’t squished underneath.u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003ernu003ch2u003eUSE HOOKS AND ORGANIZE CABLESu003c/h2u003ernu003cpu003eu003ca href=u0022https://www.wolfhomeproducts.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Wolf-Rocky-Ridge-Estate-Classic-Office-Design.jpgu0022u003eu003cimg class=u0022alignnone size-full wp-image-13454u0022 src=u0022https://www.wolfhomeproducts.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Wolf-Rocky-Ridge-Estate-Classic-Office-Design.jpgu0022 alt=u0022u0022 width=u00221200u0022 height=u0022802u0022 /u003eu003c/au003eu003c/pu003ernu003cpu003eFeaturing Wolf Classic cabinets, Dartmouth and Dartmouth 5-Piece door style in White paint.u003c/pu003ernu003cpu003eOne of the more imaginative and least expensive home office upgrades you can make is reducing desk clutter and gaining more storage space by installing metal or plastic wall hooks. Use them to hold office supplies or gadgets. Clips, holders or boxes are available to organize cables and keep them from becoming a tangled mess on and under your desk.u003c/pu003ernu003ch2u003eUTILIZE WALL SPACEu003c/h2u003ernu003cpu003eWhile having pictures of friends and family members or motivational posters can elevate your home office, you should utilize some of that space for planning. The wall by your desk is an excellent place to hang a calendar or to-do list to help you stay organized as you work. It’ll be easier to remember when you have a meeting or a deadline to make.u003c/pu003ernu003cpu003eYou can also use your wall space to hang a file organizer with your incoming and outgoing projects. When you finish up a project or assignment, you can put it in the outgoing file section and pick a new assignment from the incoming section. This way, you’ll be able to stay on top of your work and visually monitor your progress.u003c/pu003ernu003cpu003eu003ca href=u0022https://www.wolfhomeproducts.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/01-Divide-the-Room-RE-1.jpgu0022u003eu003cimg class=u0022alignnone size-full wp-image-22304u0022 src=u0022https://www.wolfhomeproducts.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/01-Divide-the-Room-RE-1.jpgu0022 alt=u0022u0022 width=u00221200u0022 height=u0022628u0022 /u003eu003c/au003eu003c/pu003ernu003ch2u003eDIVIDE THE ROOMu003c/h2u003ernu003cpu003eIf your workspace is in a larger room, such as a living room, use room dividers to create a dedicated working area. Using room dividers allows you to:u003c/pu003ernu003culu003erntu003cliu003eCreate a less distracting background: When you’re in a video call with your coworkers, you don’t want them to be distracted by your environment. A room divider allows you to present the perfect backdrop when working out of a unique space.u003c/liu003erntu003cliu003eEliminate distractions: If you have family or roommates staying with you, you might encounter distractions while you work. A room divider allows you to separate yourself from these distractions so you can delve into your work and be as productive as possible.u003c/liu003erntu003cliu003eCreate additional storage space: You might choose to divide your room with something more permanent rather than a foldable divider, such as a bookcase or cube divider. Use these items to store work materials, such as files or office supplies.u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003ernu003ch2u003eCABINETS FROM WOLF HOME PRODUCTS MAKE THE BEST OFFICE UPGRADESu003c/h2u003ernu003cpu003eWolf Home Products offers several cabinet options that will improve your home office by adding much-needed storage space and help you create a more comfortable and functional work environment. u003ca href=u0022https://www.wolfhomeproducts.com/where-to-buy/u0022u003eFind a dealer near youu003c/au003e and take a closer look at our selection today!u003c/pu003e
