{"id":5230,"date":"2021-10-18T11:42:05","date_gmt":"2021-10-18T18:42:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/?p=5230"},"modified":"2021-10-18T11:42:06","modified_gmt":"2021-10-18T18:42:06","slug":"create-an-amazing-home-office","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/create-an-amazing-home-office","title":{"rendered":"Create an Amazing Home Office"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Working from home has\nmany advantages, including saving money and time. When the pandemic hit and\nwork-from-home suddenly became the new normal, you simply adapted- working from\nthe couch, the bed, the kitchen\u2026 basically, anywhere you could type and make phone\ncalls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, these makeshift\n\u201cwork areas\u201d in your home prevent you from maximizing your work output. You may\neven feel tired, sluggish, or experience physical pain. It is time to design\nand invest in a proper office inside your home. \nHere are 6 tips to setup a home office to create the office vibe needed\nto boost productivity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

1. Invest in a Comfortable Chair<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One of the keys to a\ncomfortable work setup is a great ergonomic chair<\/a>. You will be sitting at\nyour desk for almost the entire day, so to avoid back pains, eye strains, and\nall sorts of aches, you need to invest in an ultra-comfortable chair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We recommend selecting\nan office chair with a height, backrest, and armrest that can be adjusted. It\nis also highly recommended that you pick one with built-in lumbar support and a\n360-degree swivel base. These options will allow you to adjust the chair so\nthat you can maintain a healthy posture throughout the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Set Up in Suitable Space<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Your desk is where you\nwill spend long hours doing work, so you do not want to simply set a desk and a\nchair in any nook. Space is crucial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Select an area in your house with a lovely view of the sky or nature, which can melt your stress away<\/a>. If you do not have this type of luxury, opt for a space where you can easily move around. Compensate the lack of view with interior design. Decorate your walls, invest in houseplants, flowers, rugs, and establish a color motif that pleases your eyes. This is your opportunity to do a workstation makeover<\/a> that you would not get to do in a normal office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Install Lighting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Protect your eyes by installing proper lighting in your home office. Suffering from eye strain can set you back significantly. To be able to work long hours while keeping your eyes safe, set up lighting over your reading space as well as at your computer.  You may also need to install lighting behind you to avoid reflection and glare on your computer screen. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If possible, try to select a space that has some natural light. This reduces the number of fixtures you need to purchase, and there are benefits to natural light that extend outside of the workday. According to a 2017 study<\/a> conducted by the National Sleep Foundation, natural light helps you sleep better, which is crucial for your health. Numerous studies have also found that natural light puts you in a happier mood and improves your productivity. Not to mention, it will help you conserve energy if you are closely monitoring your utility bill. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Do an Ergonomic Checkup<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Protecting your musculoskeletal system will increase your productivity, speed, and comfort. When designing your home office, the setup should avoid stress and pressure on your body\u2014 which is what you literally use to work. If your posture is wrong\u2014 from your back to your arms\u2014 it’s unlikely that you will be as productive as you would like to be over time. Check the following items in your home office: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The top of the computer\nscreen should be near eye level\u2014 or slightly below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keyboard<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Keyboards should be\npositioned so your forearms are parallel with the floor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chair<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Adjust the height of\nyour chair. Your feet should be resting on the ground with thighs parallel to\nthe floor. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Privacy Considerations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you have found an\narea in your home with the correct lighting, ample space, and perhaps a\ngorgeous view, have you considered privacy? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You need to work in a\nquiet area that is free from distractions. Avoid areas with television or game\nconsoles, children’s play spaces, or easy access to the kitchen. The sound and\nactivity in those spaces will make it difficult to stay on task.  Additionally, you may have some conversations\nor video calls that you do not want the entire household to participate in. Find\na private nook so you can keep work and normal life separate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Purchase a Standing Desk<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Although pricier than a\ntraditional desk, opt for an adjustable desk that you can bring to a standing\nheight. These desks provide the option of standing or sitting at various points\nthroughout the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to Mayo Clinic<\/a>, sitting too\nmuch (more than 8 hours a day) is as dangerous as obesity or smoking. Cholesterol\nlevels spike, body fat can accumulate in the waist area, blood pressure and\nsugar levels can increase\u2014 all of which are serious detriments to health. By\ninvesting in a standing desk, you can continue your work without sacrificing\nyour health by simply adjusting the desk to standing height a few times per\nday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A work-from-home setup,\nonce thought to be temporary, may now be the long-term workplace. Investing\nsome time and energy into creating the ideal home office will make you happy\nand productive as you move forward! <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Working from home has many advantages, including saving money and time. When the pandemic hit and work-from-home suddenly became the new normal, you simply adapted- working from the couch, the bed, the kitchen\u2026 basically, anywhere you could type and make phone calls. However, these makeshift \u201cwork areas\u201d in your home prevent you from maximizing your … Continue reading Create an Amazing Home Office<\/span> →<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mi_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0},"categories":[602,782,419],"tags":[571,2956,59],"yst_prominent_words":[1937,547,5312,2952,5320,546,3380,5314,1244,1222,1226,2424,936,2557,5237,1083,5319,5318,1111,1066],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5230"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/10"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=5230"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5230\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":5239,"href":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5230\/revisions\/5239"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5230"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=5230"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=5230"},{"taxonomy":"yst_prominent_words","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/yst_prominent_words?post=5230"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}