Perfect Corners of Your Home to Set Up Your Makeshift Office

No home office? No problem!

With all of the craziness going on outside in today’s world, more and more people are making the decision to work from home. It goes without saying that most of us were not prepared for this unexpected shift in our lives and many of us have had to take drastic yet creative measures to build our at-home workspaces for the time being. Ironing boards and toddler’s tables double as office desks as we all work to navigate this chaotic change.

Joke’s aside, it’s important to have a quiet space tucked away from the distractions that inevitably come with trying to be productive in the comfort of your own home. Whether it be the temptation of your favorite Netflix series, a hyperactive pet ready to play, or the frequent interruptions of your kids curious questions, we all deserve a dedicated work space to help us remain motivated and productive. Try these tips for setting up your home office in those unexpected corners of your own home.

Empty office without Victoria and Dorian…

// LIVING ROOM

With so much on your plate, it can be difficult to juggle your everyday home responsibilities with your at-home work life. Setting up a desk space in your living room can help you keep an eye out on all things (i.e. wrestling kids and crazy pets,) while still providing ample room to work. Try pulling up a chair to that sofa console table, plug in a desk lamp and before you know it you’ll have a front row seat to all things work and play.

//BEDROOM CORNER

Need a more private place to focus on your work? Try setting up shop in your bedroom. A small desk or nightstand can serve as an easy place to get things done. They even provide drawer storage to keep notebooks and documents safe and stored away. Here, you can create the quiet space you need to really stay focused and motivated throughout the day.

An effective work space can really have an impact on how efficient you are throughout the day

// ATTIC SPACE

Ever wondered what to do with that empty attic space upstairs? Now is the perfect time to make good use out of it. With a couple of cozy rugs and table lamps, you can transform your dark, dreary attic into a working office space, tucked away from the rest of the world. Maybe bring a few blankets too to keep warm!

//CLOSET NOOK

We all have that one unused closet with piles upon piles of junk that we’ve been meaning to clean out. Well, there’s no time like the present, and with the extra time at home, it may be smart to get organized! Consider turning your mystery closet into an office nook. The best part about this one is shutting the door at the end of the day and escaping back to the comfort of home.

//UNDER THE STAIRS

Want more of an open feel? Turn that awkward angled wall under the stairs into an inviting work space. This way you can have your own little corner of productivity without sacrificing important space in your home. You’ll feel tucked away and connected while staying motivated too.

Wherever you choose to set-up your home office, remember to keep it as functional, personal, and comfortable as possible. An effective work space can really have an impact on how efficient you are throughout the day. Have fun, and add your own design style as well. Maybe hang a few pictures or posters to keep you motivated or add a desk plant to liven up your space. If you try one of the set ups above, send us a pic!

We’d love to see how we inspired your “work from home” look.

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Author: Dorian Blair

Dorian joined YB in 2019 after graduating from The University of Georgia’s Furnishings and Interiors program. While studying interior design and sustainability in school, Dorian realized her passion for working with people and creating beautiful spaces.