harsh fluorescents. Adding a silk plant or
two, along with a picture of the outdoors,
will help to transform a windowless area
into a more inviting space. Warm colors
such as reds, yellows and orange will also
help warm up an otherwise dark office area
such as a basement.
Next, you’ll want to design your
workspace with cabinetry where office
supplies and files can be tucked neatly out of
sight. Shelving that is custom-designed for
the way you work can transform even a tiny
space into an efficient work area. Having
cabinets and shelves that are suited to your
exact purpose will eliminate a great deal
of frustration and overwhelming feelings
of disorganization. A designer and expert
carpenter can help you get the most from
your workspace.
Just because you don’t have an entire
room in your house to dedicate to your
home office doesn’t mean that you can’t
have a dedicated workspace. Even a closet
can be transformed into a workspace with
the right planning, and the whole office can
be put away at day’s end by simply closing
the closet door.
If you have even less space to work
with, try a wall-mounted desk that can be
extended when in use and can collapse flush
with the wall when it’s not. Cubby holes
built into the interior wall area can also
provide places for storage in a tight space. A
creative builder can help you make the most
of your available space.
If your office is not separated from the
rest of your home and building a wall is not
an option, there are still attractive ways to
define your workspace. For example, tall
wooden shutters can be linked together
with hinges and painted to any color
to create a private area. Though not
soundproof, they can create an intimate
atmosphere of privacy when needed for
oneself or seeing clients. Tall silk plants,
such as a series of ficus trees, can also be
used to divide the space.
Don’t skimp on your office chair! It’s
likely a place where you will be sitting
for several hours every single day. Make
sure that it’s comfortable and provides
plenty of lumbar support, in addition to
being an attractive addition to your office.
Visit Spine-Health.com for some helpful
suggestions on choosing the right chair that
will work best for you.
THE GREAT ESCAPE –
YOUR BATHROOM
Though your bathroom may not spring
to mind as the place to hold your next
cocktail party, with the right accoutrements,
your bath can be a great place to hang out
and enjoy life. And if you live with family
members, it may be the only place in your
house where you can truly be alone for a bit.
Besides just being a place to “get ready”
to meet the day, it’s also a relaxing space to
recharge your batteries after a long week at
work. Hydrotherapy is one of the best ways
to relieve stress and help tired, overworked
muscles. With tons of specialized
showerheads, you can have everything from
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