Setting Up the Perfect Workspace

Creating your ideal workspace doesn’t have to be difficult. In an age where working from home is the norm, it's important to furnish and style your home office into a space that reduces clutter, inspires productivity, and keeps you focused on your tasks at hand.

Steer Clear of Clutter

One of the biggest challenges in any workspace is a cluttered desk. So, it's essential to set up and organize your home office in a way that minimizes distractions and offers a calming ambiance. With a neutral and decluttered styling, your concentration and workflow will improve!

Bring in Natural Light

As we spend more time indoors, it's important to make use of natural lighting in your workspace. Studies havelong shown how sunlight helps boost our productivity and creativity and improves our mental health and quality of sleep. When you're deciding where to place your home office, consider a room with windows so you can let the light in and feel your best while you work.

Keep It Comfy

Realistically, you often spend hours at a time in your workspace, toiling away at perfecting your craft. If your setup isn't comfortable, it will be more difficult to focus since you won't have the motivation to sit and stay at your desk. Add some plush pillows and blankets to make your area cozier, but don't overdo it unless you want to find yourself constantly dozing off.

Houseplants Are Your Friends

Do you know what relieves stress, improves productivity, and reduces noise intensity? Houseplants! Researchshows that indoor plants help decrease physiological and psychological stress while bolstering your problem‑solving skills and concentration. Meaning, they make for some of the best deskmates around, not to mention they have an aesthetic that can't be beaten.

For Inspiration

Depending on your career path, you most likely have a list of like-minded professionals within your field that you are inspired and motivatedby. If they've published any books or academic studies, it's a fantastic idea to store these titles on a well-organized *VASAGLE shelf inyour home office so you can always keep these resources nearby for reference.

* VASAGLE is a sub-brand of SONGMICS HOME.

Two Are Better Than One

We'll be honest. You don't necessarily need dual monitor screens on your desk, especially if your space is already limited. However, the convenience of having multiple screens can greatly improve your workflow and concentration by allowing you to keep several tabs and programs open in plain sight. Without the inconvenience of sorting through various pages on one screen, you can take multitasking to the next level with two.

Make It Your Own

Now, this may sound counterintuitive to all the tips we've provided thus far, but it needs to be said. Above all, your workspace should be a reflection of who you areas a person and a professional. Some creatives may thrive in spaces with vibrant colors and bold patternswhile traditional office workers may prefer something more practical with a modern minimalist aesthetic.No matter your personal style, focus on creating a space that best catersto your personal and creative needs.