Gone are the days when the home office functioned as a cobbled-together room for sporadic telecommuting, catching up on projects over the weekend and conducting the occasional conference call. That was so last year — today’s home office flexes its muscles as an essential room where business is handled Monday through Friday, after hours and weekends. As small and large businesses embrace the work-from-home (WFH) life for the foreseeable future, employees in turn seek to establish a more permanent, professional and organized space dedicated to their career in the comfort of their home. As the home-based office has even earned a prominent position on homebuyers’ must-have checklists, interior designers and entrepreneurs agree that the modern home office is one where form influences function and inspires creativity and productivity. To achieve that power vibe in your home office, consider choosing key, design-forward elements that create balance, focus and serenity (yes, that’s possible in today’s hectic WFH culture) and a background that reflects your style for those endless video conference calls.
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Light & Uncluttered
Airy and light-filled, this home office capitalizes on simplicity. Since most files in today’s office environment are stored digitally, there’s no need for bulky furniture that features space-hogging storage. Task lighting illuminates the desk, a chic chandelier fills the entire room with warm hues and a whimsical wall-mounted plant holder brings a bit of the outdoors in.
Texture Is Boss
Along with minimalist décor, many home-office dwellers prefer mixing textures and surfaces to jumpstart a proactive workday. A statement piece of art, animal-print rug and buttery leather chairs contribute to this office’s Zen aesthetic.
Neutral Grounds
Soothing and undistracting, this palette of warm neutrals juxtaposed against a crisp white
background ensures a fresh and inspiring office to accomplish a to-do list, wrap up a project or negotiate a contract. A non-traditional desk completes this calming WFH winner.
Work at Play
Smartly sleek, this home office introduces a sophisticated rug, caramel and white leather seating, well-chosen art and an unexpected light fixture for a WFH backdrop that feels productive but doesn’t take itself too seriously. Windows without curtains or blinds open up the space for abundant natural light.
Balance Work & Pleasure
Imagine a home office that scores points with an effortless design mix of business and play. Incorporate a hobby Into your WFH space (this homeowner loves stargazing, so added a telescope to the decor) for those moments you need a break. Open shelving encourages organization and easy-to-access supplies or reference books.
Rustic and Reclaimed Meet Modern
Boldly beautiful, this home office defines a streamlined-and-ready for business attitude. Noteworthy details include floating shelves fashioned from reclaimed barn wood planks and gleaming hardwood flooring made of walnut, oak and maple in varying widths. A thoroughly modern chandelier completes the room’s appealing and harmonious aesthetic.
