Working from home offers numerous advantages, but setting up a functional home office in a small home or apartment can be challenging. A loan with Newcastle Permanent can help with an expansion, but it may not be a feasible option for your location. A separate office space sounds nice, but it’s not essential. Take a look at some creative design ideas for small spaces.

Natural Light

If you have a room with several windows, place a desk and chair near a window and take advantage of the natural light. You can position your desk directly under the window or a few feet away. Choose a desk size that fits the space and a style that complements other furnishings in the room. For storage, fill a nearby wall with a tall bookcase. Use decorative baskets or bins on the shelves to store office supplies and decorative binders to store files and papers.

Forgotten Corners

Take advantage of unused corners that are often wasted space in a room. Whether it’s a formal living room or a cozy kitchen, an empty corner can accommodate a great work zone. Choose a corner desk or small table, a comfortable desk chair, a desk lamp, and decorative office accessories that enhance the style and colors of the room. If you need storage, consider wall-hung, corner shelves above the desk or table or file cabinets that can slide underneath.

Empty Walls

If you have a room with a long, empty wall, you can create a great work area. When you’re short on space, a long, bare wall can become a valuable storage space. With simple, easy-to-install floating shelves, you can create an entire wall of storage for office equipment, supplies, books, papers, and decorative accessories. For a desk, consider a wall-hung desk that will complement the shelving and free up floor space. Choose a simple desk chair that can slide completely under the desk.

Combined Spaces

Small homes and apartments can limit your options for a home office, but you can still create a comfortable work area by combining work/live spaces. If you need to put your work space in your living room or bedroom, look for a corner or nook that creates a little privacy and separation. If that’s not available, divide your work/live spaces with a decorative screen or beautiful fabric panel that hides your work space after hours.