Hello World! Welcome Friends! If you work from home, you likely have an office setup somewhere around the house. Whether it’s the corner of a multipurpose room or a space that’s all yours, you can personalize your office with unique touches.
If your home office feels bland, some minor changes you might not think of can make a big difference to your workday. Here are seven creative ways to improve your home office.
1. Unique Chairs
When you work long hours, it can be hard to keep your body moving, which leads to muscle stiffness and pain. A sedentary lifestyle can also lead to heart problems down the line. You can stand while you work if you have an adjustable desk or monitor — however, you can also look into some unique chair options that help you stay moving.
There are a variety of active chairs out there that allow you to keep your body moving while sitting. Some incorporate exercise balls and others you can lean on. There are also swivel chairs and kneeling chairs. Incorporating these will help you be in different positions throughout the day and make great talking pieces.
2. Desk Fan
If your home office gets hot, consider getting a desk fan instead of turning up the air conditioning. These personal cooling devices can help you save energy and direct the breeze where you want it. Having a desk fan allows you to cool down quietly without affecting the temperature of the rest of your house.
You can get desk fans in different colors, shapes and sizes. They can rest on your desk or you can mount them on a wall. A small personal fan adds functional fun to your home office you can use all summer.
3. Kinetic Sand
If you’re like almost every working person, your job can get stressful from time to time. A kinetic sand zen garden is a mess-free way to relax during stressful moments. Raking patterns into the sand relaxes the mind, allowing you to recenter and focus on the task at hand before you get too overwhelmed.
Normal sand can be very messy and you don’t want to clean your home office to keep the particles at bay constantly. Kinetic sand sticks to itself, making it a clean way to benefit from a zen garden. You can get a garden kit or build your own with a small tub, kinetic sand and a zen garden rake.
4. Fidget Toys
You may think of fidget toys as children’s gear, but businesses utilize them in offices to keep employees focused — you can do the same for your home office. From fidget spinners to stress balls, these handheld items give your hands something to do during periods or research or brainstorming.
These toys are proven to keep you on task when you have a mental block in your work day and can help you get out of a stuck spot when you can’t take a break. They benefit people who struggle with anxiety or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
5. Color-Changing Lights
Did you know the hues you see throughout the day affect your mind and body differently? With color-changing lights, you can adjust the tone to whatever you need at the moment. Blue light helps you feel more energized and productive, while red light lets you relax. Green-colored light can relieve chronic fibromyalgia pain, helping to eliminate that distraction.
You can get intelligent light-emitting diode bulbs that you can adjust throughout the day or place a string of backlights under your desk or behind your computer monitor. Color-changing lights give you benefits while changing up your office’s aesthetic.
6. Miniature Fridge
If you find yourself snacking throughout the workday, consider purchasing a miniature refrigerator for your home office. Modern ones come in all sorts of designs and can hold almost any snack you want to eat and drink throughout the day.
These compact refrigerators make it easy to store cut-up fruits and vegetables, allowing you to snack on healthy things without constantly running to your kitchen and breaking your focus. You can also store your favorite drinks to keep you hydrated and energized throughout your day.
7. Fun Flower Pot
There are many benefits of including house plants in your home office setup, including increasing productivity and helping you focus. If you choose to have a plant on or near your guest, consider a fun flower pot to add visual interest to your space.
Consider getting a flower pot that looks like a cartoon character you enjoy. You can also pick one with an animal, food or a pop of color to add some extra enjoyment to your home office space. Just because you want a professional space doesn’t mean you can’t add a little character.
Making Your Home Office Truly Your Own
Your home office is an essential part of having a work-from-home job. Regardless of space, some creative changes can optimize your space for focus, enjoyment and comfort. Adding items to improve your work experience allows you to enjoy the perks of working from home while staying comfortable and productive.
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