This is a collaborative post in partnership with FlexiSpot If you work from home, or have kids who need to study, you’ve probably got a desk somewhere in the house. More of us are working from home than ever before, and when you squeeze a home office into an existing room layout it isn’t always easy to create a comfortable desk area. I work from home, and spend several hours a day sitting at my desk. I try to take regular breaks ...
Garden rooms: gain extra space without planning an extension
Collaborative post When space is tight at home, the obvious option for most homeowners is to plan an extension. But garden rooms are also a great way to gain extra space. Garden rooms are usually a more cost-effective way to increase your living space than a traditional extension. Those lucky enough to have a garden at the rear of their homes can opt for this stylish, yet functional addition to their property. Self-contained garden rooms ...
4 reasons why you should build a corner garden room
Collaborative post If you're fed up with the stresses and strains of everyday life, one easy way to get away from it all is to immerse yourself in nature. Spending time in nature can help to decrease anger and tension, while also increasing positive feelings and boosting mood. It can be as simple as stepping outside your back door, and a corner garden room will make it even easier to use your garden to enjoy nature. Corner garden rooms ...
Tips to improve your broadband when working from home
Collaborative post While we all expect our home broadband to be good enough to handle our entertainment needs, it takes on an extra dimension when we’re working from home. This is when it becomes crucially important to get it right. Working from home usually requires a stable broadband connection that won’t let you down just when you’re about to send that important document to a colleague or host a video call. A weak connection at a ...
What to consider when choosing a garden office
Collaborative post With so many of us working from home on a regular basis right now, there’s never been more pressure on our living spaces to provide a practical and stimulating working environment. And if your property doesn’t happen to have a room going spare, you’re probably struggling to create that ideal office space in an already busy home. This is where a garden office could be the ideal solution. The benefits of a garden ...
Design tips for creating the perfect home office
Collaborative post Does your home have a dedicated office space? With more of us working from home than ever before - it’s estimated that by 2020 up to 50% of the UK workforce will be working remotely - the demand on our homes to provide a comfortable, stimulating working environment has never been greater. Even if you don’t work from home, chances are you need to use your home for some form of ‘office’ work on a fairly regular basis. ...
How To Create The Perfect Environment For Working From Home
If you work from home, you'll know it can sometimes be a challenge to create an effective workspace. This guest post has lots of tips to help you get it right. When it comes to advising people about their home environment, there is no one ideal working space that will suit everyone. Finding the perfect working from home environment depends on your living conditions, personal preferences, and the type of job you do. Here are ...