{"id":43438,"date":"2021-08-24T13:05:59","date_gmt":"2021-08-24T13:05:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sohomod.com\/blog\/?p=43438"},"modified":"2025-02-13T17:28:56","modified_gmt":"2025-02-13T17:28:56","slug":"working-from-home-heres-how-to-make-the-most-of-your-space","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sohomod.com\/blog\/working-from-home-heres-how-to-make-the-most-of-your-space\/","title":{"rendered":"Working From Home? Here's How To Make The Most Of Your Space"},"content":{"rendered":"

Many of us have had to adapt to working from home recently<\/a>. While the idea of working in your PJs sounds like a dream, the reality is far from it if you don't have the proper setup.
\nWhen working from home, it's essential to simulate an office environment as much as you can. Don't expect to get too much done if you perch yourself at the dining table. You\u2019ll need a 'proper' workstation \u2013 desk, chair and all. <\/p>\n

The question is, how can you fit all of that in while remaining productive<\/a> if, like most people, you live in an apartment, flat, or other small space? Here are 5 great ideas for making the most of your space while working from home: <\/p>\n

#1 Choose a dedicated space<\/h2>\n

It isn\u2019t always easy to find the perfect location for your workspace<\/a>, but every house has one. <\/p>\n

If there's a spare room going \u2013 perfect! Problem solved. If space is a bit tight, find an area of your home that you can convert to a workspace. The basement, a spare corner, the garage, a closet - nothing is off-limits with a bit of creativity.<\/p>\n

Sometimes it just takes a little thinking outside the box. Or room, as the case may be! Small space expert Ahna Brownlee from Podlife suggests you \u201cCommandeer a spare corner, the dining room table, or even a built-in closet. They make great impromptu office nooks!<\/em>\u201d <\/p>\n

Working from home can become an issue if your job requires large pieces of equipment or you're too distracted by what's going on around you. If this sounds like you, consider investing in a standalone office, cabin, or shed. <\/p>\n

Not everyone has the space - or finances - for a setup like this, but if you\u2019re one of the lucky few then an external home office is a great way to separate personal and professional life. Especially if it looks like you\u2019re going to be doing this long-term.<\/p>\n

#2 Get comfortable<\/h2>\n

Comfort is an integral part of completing a full day's work, but there's a delicate balance between comfortable and too comfortable. When we say 'get comfortable\u2019, we don't mean hop into bed with your laptop.<\/p>\n

Your office furniture will make or break your workstation. Here are your essentials:<\/p>\n

An ergonomic chair<\/b><\/p>\n

It may be tempting to save money and settle for a dining chair, but the discomfort will affect both your productivity and your physical health. An ergonomic office chair<\/a> is a long-term investment in your business and yourself. Here are the features to look out for in the perfect office chair:<\/p>\n