What to Consider When Buying Home Office Furniture

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As you formulate the groundwork for your home office design, think about the amount of space you’ll need and where you’ll feel most productive. Natural light is always welcome, and if you have the ability to carve out a spot near a window, take advantage of that. 

“Consider the placement of your desk or main workspace in the room. It’s important to feel comfortable with your view and create a space where you can feel settled and focused,”

1. How Much Space You Have

Before making a purchase, take inventory of the square footage you’re working with. If you’re converting a spare bedroom into a home office, you’ll have a little more leniency as to the type and amount of furniture you can get. If your workspace is the edge of a dining table or a console propped between the sofa and a wall, you’ll want to maximize every square inch you have.

2. How Many Hours You Work

The number of hours you generally work tends to inform the type of furniture you’ll need. For example, if you lean toward 40+ hours a week, a dedicated spot with a desk and chair is ideal. If you’re more of a sporadic or nomadic worker, consider a trolley cart that can move with you from one spot to another. Long hours tend to result in backaches, headaches, neck aches… you get the picture. The ergonomics of your chair, height of your desk, and lighting you’re working under will all eventually contribute to your productivity. 

3. Your Personal Style

Once you have an idea of the number and type of items you’ll need, focusing on your personal style will help narrow down the choices. These are popular themes:

• Modern:Streamlined forms, geometric shapes, and a minimalist approach
• Vintage: Wooden furniture, oversized table lamp, damask or old-school patterns
• Contemporary:Think modern with vintage touches—use of marble, glass, and polished metals
• Industrial: Wrought iron, reclaimed wood, exposed brick, and upcycled accents 
• Glam:Elegant pieces, faux-fur textural layers, and rose gold or brass metals
• Traditional:Soft shapes, neutral upholstery, nailhead detailing, ornate built-ins

(Source:apartmenttherapy.com)