Your home office is where you complete work projects, so it is important to find a layout that promotes comfort and productivity. The following guide features 10 popular ideas to consider for your custom home office.

Float Your Furniture

There are many benefits in floating your office furniture, such as enhancing the traffic flow. Start by floating your desk in the middle of the office, and place a wood floor underneath it. Place an outlet in the floor for plugging in devices without creating a tripping hazard.

Create a Comfortable Spot

It is okay to use an armchair or small sofa for phone calls and extended reading. After all, it helps keep your mind clear when you take occasional breaks from the office chair and mix up the scenery a little. Add seating under the window in your office to take advantage of natural light, or even open the window to let a spring breeze in.

Tailor The Furniture

If you cannot find furniture that works for your office, hire an interior designer to tailor the pieces to your needs. Your designer can use individual cube shelves to create an effective modular wall storage, which can be used for your books, pictures, awards and knick knacks.

Use a Nook

A nook by the window allows you to create a workstation with a view. All you need to do is invest in a desk with several drawers for storage. Use the nook in your custom kitchen to create a family workstation for planning meals, checking schedules and paying bills.

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Guest Room to Office

If the footprint of your custom built home doesn’t allow for an office, your guest room can double as an office. Simply invest in the right furniture. A sofa bed, small nightstand and walk-in closet are perfect for your overnight guests. Use a desk with drawers to turn the guest room into a home office.

Built-In Storage

There are many homeowners who are opting for modern built-in storage for their custom home office. You can follow this trend with cabinets and open shelves. The cabinets hide your devices and outlets, and the open shelves display your awards and books.

Display a Pinboard

A pinboard can be used for work meetings and client messages, or you can use it to display paint samples and wallpaper swatches for your design business. You can also use it for family appointments and shopping lists.

Office for Two

If you need to create an office for two, you can designate a space on a long desk or an L-shaped desk for each person. The desk also creates plenty of space for sharing data, setting up an additional computer and brainstorming.

Use a Corner Desk

A corner desk gives you plenty of space to expand your workstation, and you can reach the items you need with a swivel chair. The desks also provide more space for movement throughout your office.

Outbuilding Studio

A studio is preferable for anyone who is in the art or design business. To create one, dress up an outbuilding with a table, cabinets and rolling carts. The best part is you are away from the distractions while still working from home.

If you need help designing your home office, contact Alair Homes Edmonton to discover more great ideas. We offer complimentary, no obligation consultations by appointment only.