




As 2020 comes to an end, we realize that more and more of us are spending extended periods of time at home. More time at home means not just extra time with the family but getting to know your house better. Through this process a lot of homeowners have discovered they have or are starting to outgrow their home, especially those with the new challenge of working from home. This may also be trending toward being a long-term part of our daily lives, making a dedicated home office space something for homeowners to really contemplate.
It’s the first decision you will have to make when deciding on a home office and it’s a big one. An addition or remodel might seem like a big investment but it's also a smart one for anyone living and working from home. A dedicated work area will not only provide an uptick in productivity but will help with your work/home life balance. You may not have to battle that long commute anymore but a separate area for you to walk into and close the door will help keep similar routines that made you successful in your old work office.
Purpose is another reason most homeowners are realizing the living room couch might not be the best option for a prolonged or more permanent home office. Much like an office in a work building your home office should be designed and built to help you achieve the same tasks at home. Whether that be creating a workspace that can be calm and peaceful for zoom meetings or inspire creativity while working on the big presentation. Whatever a home office looks like to you is what a professional builder and remodeler can customize and create for your home office.
Once you have decided on the size and purpose of your workspace, you can start thinking about design and there are lots of options for either a remodel or new addition. Desk size, décor, and furniture are important but there is a lot more that goes into design. A big factor will be the location of your new home office to other areas of your home. Some common areas will be more noisy, like the kitchen or the family room. While other common areas may be more desired like having a half bath near by. Lighting and storage can also play a key role in the design of your new home office. Built-in shelving is a great way to save on space and can easily be built into an existing wall or part of a new build. Same goes for natural light options. Not only can you save on electricity during sunny days, but you’ll be surprised how long you can work when you don’t feel trapped in a cubical anymore.
2021 is right around the corner so be ready with a new home office addition or a freshly finished basement workspace