Interior Design Tips – Home Office Design Projects Will Increase Due to Remote Work
Without taking advantage of a stressful situation, it seems prudent to mention that the need to work remotely will likely lead to heightened interest in home office design projects. In response, Kravet is featuring a line of functional yet stylish furnishings for a home office that is leading the way (as we’ve come to expect).
As the internet becomes flooded with “pandemic business tips” and “tips for working from home”, few marketing experts seem to be focusing on the home office environment. For interior designers, this could be the difference between staying busy and spending your days streaming Netflix while on lockdown.
Even as you work to keep your design business viable from your own home, you will begin to grasp what other remote workers are going through. From solitude and isolation to screaming children and needy pets, working from home presents unfamiliar challenges requiring unique solutions. Frankly, it’s not for everyone and a sharp designer will find opportunities to generate business from this trend.
The folks at Kravet seem to have realized this need before other manufacturers and are featuring a remarkable line of products for home office design projects. From desks to seating solutions and from lighting to filing and accent pieces, designing a stylish, comfortable, functional work-from-home environment will offer exciting challenges for you.
Other Work From Home Tips
Beyond adding a potential new source of projects for your design business, we would like to share some tips for working from home. As mentioned in passing above, distractions are a huge issue when you're stuck at home during the workday. Thankfully, the folks at DreamHost web hosting have some high-value Tips to Stay Focused When Working From Home:
Have a Dedicated Workspace – Whether you have a sprawling home office or a kitchen table setup, it’s crucial to carve out a dedicated space that’s just for work. (Need a home office, much?)
Stay Off Social Media – Avoid the rabbit hole of endless scrolling — use tools to set specific time restrictions on your fave social networks. (Talk about distracting!)
Create a Schedule – Knowing what you want to accomplish each day helps both Type A planners and go-with-the-flow types to stay on task. (And, change out of your work PJs.)
Take an Exercise Break – Scheduling a sweat session into your workday is a great way to stay active, get the endorphins flowing, and bring on a natural burst of energy. (Even a quick walk is a great way to get away and refocus.)
Know When to Clock Out – Refine your work-life balance by sticking to set work hours. Enjoy your time off and feel ready and refreshed come Monday morning. (Just because you're at home does not mean you have to be available 24/7.)
While the article linked above offers 16 work from home tips, we have found these are the most important for the work at home novice. Good luck!
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