Having a home office is one of the biggest benefits of working from home. It is an ideal place to work and make a great first impression on your clients or customers. You can have the freedom to work at whatever time you want or schedule appointments for various times. This article explains what goes into creating a good home office environment so that you can get more done.
Have a Dedicated Office Space
Whether you have a small space or an absurdly large one, it’s important to make sure that you’re able to work from home. The best way to do this is to consider how much space you need for your particular needs and make a plan around that. If people other than you are going to be working in the room with you (and if they are, it’s a good idea to give them their own desk), be sure that everyone can get along with each other by ensuring all desks are similarly sized and personalized accordingly.
Next, even if the rest of the family isn’t going to be sharing the desk, it’s still important for everyone involved to have individual spaces where they can get away from distractions and focus on their projects as efficiently as possible.
Surround Yourself With Things That Inspire You
Surround yourself with things that inspire you
Setting up your home office isn’t easy. You’re surrounded by distractions and countless options for how you set it up, what you put around you, and how you make sure that your brain stays happy and focused throughout the day. It’s important to surround yourself with things that inspire you.
Find the Right Seating
When you’re setting up your own home office, the most important element to consider is the ergonomics of your workspace. Whether you’re slinging code or writing prose, it’s essential to be comfortable so that you don’t develop any chronic aches and pains. This is especially true if you spend long days in front of a computer, which many entrepreneurs do.
Adjustable height desks are great because they allow for a custom fit for everyone who uses them. But what about when it comes to seating? As with any other piece of furniture, you’ll want to choose a chair that is adjustable—but also comfortable and supportive enough for long hours of sitting. The important thing is to avoid letting hours spent at a desk cause undue strain on your body; find something that works for you.
Make Sure You Have All the Right Plugs
If you’re moving to, or are already living in London, one of the first things you’ll notice is how bad the reception for your WiFi is. When I first moved here, I had to buy another router just so I could have good reception in half my apartment. It was a hassle and cost me a lot of money. Once you move into your place and realize that it’s not just a temporary thing but you’re going to be here for at least 3 years, then there’s no reason why you should suffer from a bad internet connection.
A few weeks ago, I installed an Ethernet cable between my TV and laptop to get better WiFi reception on the couch where I usually work. But then this setup was too far away from the kitchen where all my other devices were plugged into my router so they weren’t able to connect fast enough for video calls or gaming. The solution was simple—I bought a power socket extension cord with USB ports so now all of my devices are able to charge quickly while being connected via WiFi at the same time.
Set Your Computer Up Correctly
There are lots of ways to work from home, but if you’re in London, having an internet-enabled office space is a must. While your favorite present this holiday season may be a shiny new laptop, there’s no reason to leave the nest (and your existing Wi-Fi) at home when you can set up a proper office right in the city. Your computer should be close by and easy to access. If it’s not right next to your desk or on top of it, consider moving it for a few days until you know where things are going to be located once you’re settled in.
When setting up your office space, be sure that all the equipment is there on time. The first time I was set up my office was less than five minutes after we’d moved into our flat and unpacked each box before shuffling everything into place. We didn’t have time for anything other than making sure we had enough power outlets for our devices, so our setup was very basic—but it worked.
Creating An Inspiring Home Office in London is Easy
It’s difficult to know where to start when setting up a home office in London, especially if you’re a first-time homeowner. Not everyone needs a dedicated workspace, and some will simply use the dining table or have guests lounge on the couch while they work. But if you want to create a more inspiring space—one that makes you feel like you’re working in an executive suite instead of just slogging away at your computer—here are some elements that make for an ideal office setup:
A window is key. To maximize space, make sure it faces north (so it gets as much sunlight as possible), and be sure to have double-glazed windows so they can keep out the cold winter air
You probably already know what kind of desks you need, but we’ll re-iterate; that you need to find one that’s comfortable for your body position – that means not too high or too low. Also, consider how much space it takes up; most desks need around 70cm at their tallest point
In terms of lighting, we recommend having two lights: a desk lamp and an overhead light source; these will help reduce eye strain during writing!
