It's been a year since most of us began working from home because of the coronavirus pandemic, and as companies rethink the need for office space, working remotely full- or part-time will most likely become permanent for many.
Now that you have finally found your work-from-home groove, it's time to rethink your office and create an inviting space that optimizes creativity and productivity.
Whether you are hijacking the dining room, laying claim to a spare bedroom or have a dedicated home office, the first thing to do is declutter. Empty the room to get rid of any distractions, then start to build your office around your desk.
The demand for desks and chairs exploded last year and many retailers sold out of even the most basic models by summer. For 2021, brands such as Artifox in St. Louis have responded with new designs that will transform your makeshift office into a space that you will actually want to be in. Their black oak desk is a standout with just enough design to make it the focal point of the room without taking up too much space. The desk's modular system allows you to customize it with smart accessories to create your own setup.
In addition to the big items, brands such as HAY are focusing on the details, like colorful desktop organizers or trash bins that look like art.
Here are a few ideas to get your WFH space in shape for spring.
Work at a desk that's as inspired as you are
The sleek, black oak desk from St. Louis brand Artifox is a standout in a sea of home office desks. The modular system allows you to attach accessories including magnetic top lifts to display monitors and organizers for multilevel storage. The desk also has a grid system to gather and hide cables, and conveniently placed hooks for bags and headphones — all designed to create the perfect workspace. $1,590, theartifox.com
