Following the coronavirus pandemic, when we are confined to our homes, the need for an organized and planned home office is a basic necessity. Some of us have fallen in love with the idea of being able to work from home (especially after the children return to school) and not waste time and money on clothing, parking, and the maintenance costs of an additional car, just to stand in traffic jams. So if you feel it's time to upgrade your working time and don't know how to properly plan storage, lighting, comfortable and practical furniture, color combinations, and office accessories, so that even in Zoom meetings, they understand that you are professional, keep reading:

First, examine the location of your desk: Is it in a quiet location where you can concentrate and talk to clients without interruption? Is there a window or natural lighting near you? If you work long hours, fresh air and natural lighting are important for your health and quality of life and work. Is the ultimate location a desk next to a window? Not always. It depends on what the air directions are: that is, we don't want glare from outside, but the reflection of our reflection on the screen is also disturbing. Therefore, check the space you have designated for the office, what is the preferred location. Using an anti-sun shade will help if there is no choice but to place the desk close to the window, thus regulating the amount of light and softening it.

Preparing for electricity, communications, and lighting appropriate to your work style is essential. When I plan an office, I check many parameters (for example, air flow and window location) and, following the decision on the location of the desk, I will plan the necessary means of communication. A centralized box that has several outlets, telephone and Internet outlets is very convenient and eliminates visual clutter. A double outlet above the height of the desk is very practical in terms of access to charging, etc.

You sat down to work. Is the chair comfortable and designed to support you for many hours of work? The cost of a work chair with advanced technologies is not cheap, but it will save you from neck and back pain. We also recommend purchasing a diagonal leg support device, all so that you do not suffer during the workday. In any case, it is recommended to stand up and stretch for a minute every 90 minutes.

Storage: Objects on the desktop have almost disappeared thanks to great computer software. Still, if you also use real folders and not just virtual ones (you can scan physical documents you have received, thus saving folders and of course ensuring a double backup), the folders or baskets can be next to you or in front of you. To make everything look aesthetic and uniform, buy several baskets or folders in the same or complementary color and design so as not to overload the space and create a delicate aesthetic. Accessories for stationery, tin, etc. will complete the atmosphere along with flowerpots in beautiful and minimalist containers. It is very easy to find a flowerpot at reasonable prices, complementary containers and decorative objects for display, entertaining customers and also for your own feeling of staying in a pleasant and tidy place.

Ensure adequate lighting for work: general lighting, focused desk lighting if you are involved in gross and fine motor skills. A switch next to you will save you from having to return to the office in case you forget to turn off one of the switches. Ambient lighting on furniture or the ceiling will add a luxurious touch to the space (when you receive an audience) or illuminate and highlight works of art that you have purchased or created. Using the correct light spectrum is between 3600-4000K. That is, light that simulates daylight for work.

If you intend to continue meeting with clients and suppliers virtually, always think about how you look and what they will see behind you: a messy bed/bookcase/a picture hung sloppily or the content does not belong on display in the office, a window from which the light is blinding and creates an aura around you and you are visible in the dark lowers your level of professionalism. So make sure that the wall is clean or painted in a special shade or special wallpaper, professional photos/certificates. You can also order wallpaper with your logo or any graphics that will connect and project your business. Every business is unique and wants to be different and of higher quality. Think about how the design of the space will reflect this? I guess you need imagination, experience and awareness of technological possibilities and different materials that you are not aware of.

The trend for desks is bright colors with clean lines. The old dining table or the children's desk will be given away or given to others. The ergonomics of an office desk and its height are adapted to work. Guest chairs as above - modern and light, designed for the office.

Remember that a well-designed and planned office will allow you to work accurately and pleasantly. Good luck!