Tight Space? Here Are Tricks to Have a Home Office

If you're switching to remote work, having a dedicated office at home can contribute to a better working experience. When space is limited, however, creating a private nook for a workstation can be tricky. Tricky, but not hard, especially with clever setups available, such as framery pods. Plus, there are smart solutions to spatial constraints. 

Divvy Up the Living Room

Rather than hog all that space, re-arrange your furniture to create a cosy conversation area and use the rest for a small office space. 

• Push living room furniture items up against the wall and make room for a small desk

• Delineate the living space from your office with an area rug

• Complete your setup with office organisers, storage solutions, and dedicated lighting

  
  

Use Multi-Purpose Furniture

Furniture pieces that serve more than one purpose have made small-space living better than ever. They're also the easiest option to maximise space. You can use the same items to make a home office where there's none. 

• Install a wall-mounted desk that you can fold away when not in use, reclaiming what limited space is available

• Use a bookshelf that comes with a built-in desk, so you don't need to set up a separate furniture item that will eat up floor space

• Make space where there's none with storage benches or ottomans that will also help you keep office needs tidy and organised

  
  

Transform Your Closet into an Office

When you need privacy while working, taking calls, or just because it helps you stay focused, using your bedroom closet as a makeshift office offers an alternative solution.

• Clear out your closet and use a rolling clothes rack for your clothes

• Invest in under-bed storage bins or collapsible organisers for additional storage

• Fit a desk and chair inside the closet. The desk can be custom-sized to suit the closet space. 

  
  

Take Advantage of an Unused Nook

There are other options for a home office besides the closet. That tiny space under the stairs can serve a similar purpose. 

• Create a cosy mini office under the stairs, complete with lighting, shelves, and a built-in desk

• Make use of a window alcove's natural lighting to illuminate your nook office

• Add a console table in the hallway that you can use as a desk if you have to

  
  

Try Framery Pods

When you want optimum privacy and soundproofing, a framery pod is a neat and clever solution. It's designed compactly with built-in features that help you stay productive throughout the day. As long as you have enough room to accommodate the width and height, you'll have the dedicated home office you need. 

• It provides a portable option that you can reconfigure if and when you want to

• Features soundproofing, connectivity options, ventilation, lighting, and more

• Offers the full package in internal and external finishes

• Best for renters who can't install partitions or walls for privacy purposes

As you can see, there are many ways to set up a home office that will give you that professional feel and possibly claim work from home expenses. With a bit of strategic planning and the right tools, working from home becomes efficient and productive. If you want to explore your options for framery pods, check out what NPS Commercial Furniture offers.