By Faithe Lo
With the chaos of the pandemic, many people have been forced to work from home. This has been difficult, as people often find themselves struggling to stay focused and motivated. Here at ELITE Lifestyle Magazine, we have come up with the following six tips to help you spruce up your office and create a more comfortable and inspiring work environment.
A WORKSPACE WITH A VIEW
Move your desk in front of a window, and enjoy bathing in warm sunshine as you work. The natural views can also put you in a good mood and help you relax, allowing inspiration to flow.
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LIGHTEN UP THE MOOD
Lighting can affect your mood and productivity. Whether it’s your typical incandescent bulbs or specially designed LED sun bulbs, warm or cool tones—find the type of lighting that works best for you.
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DECORATE WITH FLOWERS
Liven up your office with some fresh flowers and greenery! They not only brighten the room and help you relax, but can also purify the air in your workspace.
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A SENSIBLE STORAGE SYSTEM
When you are working from home, it is easier than ever to become disorganized. Make sure you have abundant storage space and a good organization system to ensure that your work process runs as smoothly as possible.
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WHIMSICAL ACCESSORIES
It doesn’t have to be all work and no play—add a splash of color to your office space with some fun accessories.
Bottom right: Design and image courtesy of Chad Dorsey Design
1 HAY, PLISSÉ ARCHIVE FOLDER, $35, US.HAY.COM｜
2 NORMANN COPENHAGEN, WATCH ME WALL CLOCK, PINK, $66, HUSET-SHOP.COM｜
3 VITRA, S-TIDY, $45, VITRA.COM｜
4 NORMANN COPENHAGEN, PUFFIN WOODEN FIGURE, $68, DESIGNPUBLIC.COM｜
5 HAY, PERFORATED BIN, M, YELLOW, $33.15, FINNISHDESIGNSHOP.COM｜
6 HAY, CPH 90 DESK, STARTING AT $626, FINNISHDESIGNSHOP.COM; HEM, POCKET ARMCHAIR, NATURAL, $1,499, US.HEM.COM; KARTELL, COMPONIBILI ROUND STORAGE, BLUE, 3-DOOR TOWER, $195, 2MODERN.COM; BLU DOT, BOBBER SCONCE, $399, BLUDOT.COM
A COZY CORNER
Add a designated “relaxation corner” to your office, with warm lighting and cozy furnishings, so that you have a place to nap, meditate, and unwind. In times of stress and uncertainty, taking care of your mental health is just as important as your physical health.
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5 SURYA, GRANADA RUG, PRICE UPON REQUEST, SURYA.COM
