Carving out a space for a home office often makes sense. To make the most of the space and ensure productivity, it should be comfortable to be in and as far from the distractions of daily life as possible. But before you start thinking about ideas for a Zoom background, you need to avoid a few common mistakes while designing and planning the space! Home remodeler DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Aiken discusses some of them here.

Using an Uncomfortable Chair

Comfort is crucial to productivity in a home office environment, and it all starts with your choice of desk chair. It should be comfortable enough to spend many working hours in but not so much that you’ll end up dozing off while you take a short break. The perfect chair is well-structured and upright (too rigid and you might start squirming around, trying to adjust your seating position). The last thing you want is to experience posture issues over time, so make sure you do your research as you look for the right office chair.

Forgetting About Lighting

Lighting is an important aspect that can make or break the functionality of a room. Because you will do a lot of tasks in your home office, you must have sufficient access to both natural and artificial lighting. Upgrade to larger windows or install a skylight to allow sunlight to stream through. Alternatively, consider relocating your desk-and-chair combo near the window. Install shutters if glare is an issue. Whether you’re working night shift or extending your work hours into the evening, having well-balanced ambient and task lighting is imperative. Turn to a reliable home renovator like DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Aiken to help you incorporate home office lighting.

Working at a Cluttered Desk

Unless you’re someone who can remain productive despite chaos, you’re better off eliminating items you don’t actually need. You don’t have to go overboard with decor either. Keeping the desk empty may suit you well if you like a more minimalist approach to your home office design. Smart storage options can also help the space look clean and organized.

Just because you’re working from home doesn’t mean you have to settle for your bed or a kitchen table. A quick search for a “home remodeler near me” to build a home office will lead you to DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Aiken. Call us now at (803) 266-1913 or fill out our contact form to start a conversation about your next project. We serve clients in North Augusta, Graniteville, New Ellenton, Beech Island, Barnwell and Edgefield Park.