Home Office Design Trends
Remote work isn’t going anywhere. What does your ideal home office look like?
Remote and hybrid jobs have maintained popularity in the years since the pandemic. As a result, a growing portion of households have found a need for at least one home office. Whether you’re converting an unused guest room in an existing home or designing a home office from scratch in your new custom home, keep these latest home office design trends in mind.
Keep It Active
Gone are the days of sedentary shifts behind a desk. Creative ways to stay active during the workday are gaining popularity as the public becomes more and more aware of the health implications of sitting down for hours on end, day after day.
As you design your home office, consider a standing desk or a desk with a riser option to allow for a more active workday. You might also make space for a walking pad or small treadmill to sneak your steps in while you’re on the clock. Better yet, many people report that walking while working also sharpens their focus and decreases distractions.
Make Space to Breathe
One of the key challenges of working from home is the temptation to multitask. Switching between cleaning the house, starting the laundry, and completing work tasks sounds great until you reach the end of your work day and your house is squeaky clean but your to-do list for work is untouched.
For many, a space where they can truly block off the rest of the home yet also step away from the screen when needed is crucial. Couches, recliners, and relaxation nooks are among the biggest home office design trends this year. Create a small space to take a break and breathe without completely switching gears and abandoning your work day.
Incorporate Nature
Bring nature into your workday with strategically placed windows, house plants, natural materials and more. Prioritizing natural light in a home office is crucial for mood regulation and energy. Designing a custom home allows you to work with your design team to ensure you’ll get plenty of sunlight in the space.
Sustainable materials and earthy tones are also on the rise. From beige or muted green walls to natural wood desks and shelving, nature-inspired features can help bring a sense of calm to a workspace. Keeping house plants can add a beautiful decoration to your home office while also offering health benefits like purer air.
Make It Yours
Above all, a home office needs to be functional. The tricky thing is, an office that functions optimally for one person may not be considered functional for another. One-size-fits-all only goes so far in home design.
Building a custom home allows you to create a functional and personalized home office that responds to your specific needs, work style, and preferences. From built-in storage and overall size to layout and wall colors, you can customize your home office to your heart’s desire when you build with Atmos. Get to work in an office that works for you!
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