Design the ultimate home study

August 6, 2015 - 3 min read

Do you work from home? Then you’re going to need a good place to concentrate. Often we find ourselves slumped on the sofa with our laptop at hand—this is not only bad for our posture, but also our mentality. Creating a space within your home that functions perfectly for ‘work mode’ rather than ‘relax mode’ […]

Do you work from home? Then you’re going to need a good place to concentrate. Often we find ourselves slumped on the sofa with our laptop at hand—this is not only bad for our posture, but also our mentality. Creating a space within your home that functions perfectly for ‘work mode’ rather than ‘relax mode’ will significantly help your concentration. From choosing the right lighting and seating, to making sure the space is enjoyable to be in, are just some of the factors to consider when designing the perfect in-house study! For some top tips to achieving the ultimate work room at home, read on!


De-clutter

As they say—tidy room, tidy mind. Taking this into account, be sure to completely de-clutter the entire room before you start decorating. This will help you to thoroughly understand the space you’ve got to work with!


Choose a theme

Picking the perfect theme for your study will help you to decipher what decor you should choose. Whether you’re keen to keep it simple with minimal clutter, or would prefer to make it bright and creative with a unique wall design, it’s up to you!


Lighting

With any study space, it’s important to consider lighting. Before choosing your favourite artificial designs, consider how much natural light the room gets. This will help you to understand what type of lighting you need, as well as where it should be placed.


Colours

In keeping with your chosen theme, pick the perfect colour to decorate the space. If you’re hoping to achieve a simple finish, paint the walls with a neutral shade (such as white), before adding splashes of colour to the room with ornaments and accessories.


Surfaces

Every study space requires a good work surface! There are a range of options you can choose from depending on your personal preference, however some of the most popular options include adjustable standing desks and built-in designs.


Seating

It’s important to have a comfortable office chair (or two) within the room, allowing you to sit back and relax while you work. If your study is big enough, why not add a luxury chair into the corner of the room? This will create a new dimension, giving you a place to read, brainstorm and research.


Storage

The key to any functional study space is storage—and lots of it! Desk storage is a great way to keep all of your stationery tidy, organised and close at hand. In addition, if you have a lot of books and papers, it may be worth considering a few simple shelves.


Need some help achieving the perfect study room in Darwin? Talk to the professionals below!


For all your carpentry needs, talk to JAY BUILT

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Great finish – JAY BUILT – Darwin

Formed in 2013, JAY BUILT can see to all of your carpentry needs. Servicing Darwin and the surrounding areas, this local business prides itself on professionalism and reliability; achieving premium results for each and every customer. Using Australian-sourced products whenever possible, you can expect to achieve a great finish if you decide to hire the expertise of JAY BUILT. Contact the team today!
Servicing: Darwin and the surrounding areas NT


Need a new light fixture installed? Combined Electrical can help

Quick and reliable - Combined Electrical - Darwin
Quick and reliable – Combined Electrical – Darwin

Home to a team of experienced electricians, whatever job you need done can be completed by this fantastic company. Servicing the Darwin community since 1992, it’s fair to say Combined Electrical know a thing or two when it comes down to their trade. Whether you’re after a complete wiring installation or have just a small maintenance job that needs to be finished, don’t hesitate to call this locally owned and operated business today!
Servicing: Darwin and the surrounding areas NT


LOVE YOUR STUDY?

We’d love to know how you designed your home study? Tell us about it in the comments below!