In today’s dynamic world, remote work has become increasingly common. This shift necessitates thoughtful consideration of how to set up a home office that promotes productivity and comfort. One essential element for a functional home office is the ergonomic desk. This article will guide you on how to effectively arrange your space with an ergonomic desk from Oakywood, ensuring it blends seamlessly with your decor while providing a comfortable place to work.
The importance of an ergonomic desk
An ergonomic desk, equipped with an automatic height regulation system, is not only robust but also quite substantial. While you can adjust the tabletop size to fit your needs, it’s important to remember that the frame and motor also occupy some space. How can you arrange your space so that the ergonomic desk integrates seamlessly into your decor while also being a comfortable place to work? With insights from interior designers, we offer several helpful tips.
Desk placement
Choosing the best spot
What is the best place to put an ergonomic desk, especially when you don’t have a separate room for a home office? In such cases, we often end up working in the living room or any other large space that can accommodate a small workspace. You might also consider placing the desk in the bedroom, although sleep hygiene experts typically advise against this.
If you lack sufficient space to dedicate a separate room as your home office, identify which room offers the most peace and quiet, allowing you to focus comfortably. Usually, this will be the living room or the bedroom. The desk should be placed in the most remote corner, away from high traffic areas. A partition wall or a bookshelf can further isolate this space.
Maximizing small spaces
In a small apartment, where the bedroom can only fit a bed and a closet, and the kitchen also serves as the living room, finding space for comfortable work can seem almost impossible. When space is limited, place the ergonomic desk against a wall or next to a window. This arrangement can create the illusion of more space. Good quality lighting, preferably natural light, is also crucial. If natural light is scarce, a regulated desk lamp with an appropriate color bulb will work just fine, according to interior designers.
The Oakywood’s configurator is also a valuable tool for arranging small spaces. Besides selecting the tabletop size, you can choose to use casters—four wheels that make it easy to move your ergonomic desk (next to a wall or tucked away in another spot) after work, allowing you to enjoy the rest of your space.
Big but not overwhelming
Optimal sizing
When designing the ergonomic desk, we paid special attention to its optimal size, ensuring it can easily fit all your necessary equipment and accessories. This is why our sturdy steel frame and solid wood tabletop can withstand significant weight. While you can reduce the tabletop dimensions using Oakywood’s 3D configurator, if your job requires multiple devices, a larger surface is preferable. Placing a desk in, for example, a living room can sometimes make it dominate the space and make the area look too much like an office. How can we integrate a rather large and hefty desk into our decor without overwhelming it?
Blending with decor
If you wish to 'hide’ a big desk, the best solution is to complement it with furniture that draws attention away from it. Good examples include a tall bookshelf in a similar color to the desk or a striking piece of decor, like a large painting. In a room with light-colored walls and floors, an ergonomic desk with white legs will look the most inconspicuous, whereas a darker desk will blend best in a darker space. Shelves and wall art can effectively counterbalance a hefty desk.
Sharing a home office
Accommodating two people
Having a dedicated room for working from home is definitely a luxury. But what if you need to accommodate two people with two desks in one home office? How can you organize the space so that you don’t distract each other?
The best solution when sharing a home office is to place the two desks at opposite ends of the room to minimize distractions. If this isn’t possible, consider placing the desks back-to-back in the middle of the room or side by side with a partition or bookshelf between them for added privacy. Desks placed side by side can also be separated with a decorative partition or a bookshelf, depending on the space available. Acoustic panels are particularly useful during frequent work calls to prevent distractions.
Applying to larger spaces
The same principles can be applied when accommodating more workers or designing an open space office. Do you remember the days when we worked in spaces with desks almost haphazardly placed next to each other, where achieving full focus was a huge effort? We would rather forget. One of the biggest advantages of remote work is the ability to furnish and arrange your workspace the way you like it, making the work you do there more enjoyable.
Ergonomic desk from Oakywood
Setting up a home office with an Oakywood’s ergonomic desk is a worthwhile investment in your health and productivity. By choosing the right desk and optimizing your workspace, you can create an environment that supports efficient and comfortable work. Embrace the benefits of an ergonomic desk and transform your home office into a space that promotes well-being and enhances performance.
Whether you’re working from home temporarily or have a permanent remote work setup, an ergonomic desk can make a significant difference in your daily routine. Invest in your comfort and health, and experience the positive impact of a well-designed ergonomic workspace.