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FOLLOW THESE SIMPLE DESIGN INGREDIENTS FOR A HOME OFFICE THAT’S AS STYLISH AS IT IS FUNCTIONAL
1. FUNCTIONAL FLOORING
Working at a desk means you’ll be moving your chair in and out as you sit and stand, so it’s important your flooring isn’t easily marked. And, if your chair is on castors, it needs to be able to roll out smoothly, too.
Consider hardy laminate and add a low-pile, hardweave rug to up the cosy factor.
For a similar rug, try Siptah flat woven rug, £300, La Redoute
2. PRACTICAL LIGHTING
Factor in some extra task lights to make close work easier on your eyes. From an angled floor lamp that you can pull in as needed, to a desk light that can help brighten your office even on the gloomiest of days, choose a modern classic style that suits your scheme.
Drax desk light, £158, Pooky
3. PERSONALISED SPACE
The beauty of a home office is that it can be as decorative as you’d like, so give yourself a bespoke setting that you’ll enjoy looking at each day. A paint effect, like this half-and-half wall, is an easy way to add colour and interest, while prints on the wall give you something to look at if you’re not in front of a window.
For similar paint colours, try Inchyra Blue modern emulsion, £59 for 2.5ltr, Farrow & Ball. Tabernacle absolute matt emulsion, £57.50 for 2.5ltr, Little Greene
4. ESSENTIAL STORAGE
In a home office you’ll need somewhere to store files, books and other office paraphernalia, so look for desks with drawers, roll-out cupboards or a standalone cabinet. If you’re looking for a neat, built-in option, go bespoke with cupboards that
