Working from home has become more popular over the years therefore, it can be helpful to have a space where you can work on your own without getting distracted. Most of the time, there will not be much space to create an entire home office. But you can have a multifunctional room instead that will have a guest bedroom, home office and even a gym where you can have a treadmill folded in the corner.

Whether you have a dedicated space or a multifunctional space, a desk is an essential for any home office. You can find different table designs in furniture stores Sunshine Coast but you should select a design that matches the style of your home. This way, it will flow with the interior design. You should also consider the functionality of the desk. Think of what you will be doing at it. Will you be working at a laptop all the time or will you need space to keep some documents as well? You need to select a desk that accommodates all the items you need whether it is a laptop, office suppliers, books and documents. Think about the size of the workspace you have at the office. You need to think about how that can be reduced to fit the proportions of your available space. Maybe you can have additional storage so you don’t need to keep everything on the table top.

Consider how much legroom is in the desk.

There are also standing desks that will allow you to stretch your legs. You can also look for a desk where you can alter the height. This can be used anywhere in your home. You will be working at the desk for hours continuously so you need to choose a good chair for this. Prioritise the ergonomics of the chair and make sure that your back is supported properly. Adjustable armrests can add to your comfort as well. Check whether you can adjust the height to your preference. When you have a proper office chair, this will prevent issues related to posture. As mentioned above, you may not be able to store everything inside the desk. In this case, you can look for cabinets or shelves to keep your documents and files.

It is best if you can digitize documents as much as possible so that it can be stored in your hard drive or cloud. Sometimes you may not have a lot of space for storage. You can look for storage solutions that can be fitted under your desk or wall mounted cabinets. You can even use an existing cupboard for some of your storage so that you don’t need to purchase a new piece of furniture. Proper lighting is essential for a home office. You can locate the desk near a window so you can benefit from natural light. But make sure there is sufficient task lighting as well to prevent eye strain. You can have wall mounted bookshelves in the room for storage purposes. You can also place planters and other ornaments on the shelves to create a cosy space.