Building a home office means designing a space that is comfortable and functional for your working needs. Furniture and flooring are both important to your interior design as are the materials and styles you choose. With just a few tips, your office will be primed for optimal workflow and comfortability. 

How to Choose Furniture & Flooring for Your Home Office

Furniture

No matter how much square footage you have, a desk with ample room for your equipment is essential. L-shaped desks can be set in a corner and provide a large surface area for laptops, phones, printers, and other devices. They also have plenty of shelving and drawers for storage.

Home offices can always use more places to keep paperwork organized. Consider utilizing the vertical space in your interior design and hang shelves and hooks on the walls and a corkboard for important notes.

Another essential is great lighting. Natural light from windows is important for not only illuminating your space but also keeping your mood up and ready for work. Add window treatments and shades to add to the décor, filter out light, or increase privacy. Choose a stylish desk lamp for extra brightness in your main work area and balance the room with a ceiling light or standing lamp in the opposite corner.

Flooring

The right flooring will make a difference in the outcome of your home office’s interior design. Consider how much foot traffic the room will get and where the office is located in the home. If it is on the second floor, installing a carpet will muffle movement sounds and will also provide you a comfortable surface to traverse as you work. Install a chair mat so rolling your desk chair doesn’t ruin the fibers.

Hardwood flooring provides a warm, cozy environment and is a sophisticated option. Add an area rug to drown out the sound and to add a pop of color to your interior design. Other durable options that are great for offices with high traffic are laminate flooring and vinyl tiles or planks. Laminate is affordable and also resistant to staining while vinyl can mimic the look of other materials. It is easy to maintain and great for moisture and grime resistance.

For interior design help for your new home office, head to Interior Designs Inc. Located in Holmen, WI, and serving surrounding areas, their team brings decades of experience to every project. From deciding between laminate and hardwood flooring to coordinating plumbing and electrical needs, their team ensures that every aspect of your project is organized and the result top notch. For more on their flooring and interior design offerings, call (608) 526-3386. Visit their website for a look at their work.