Simple Tips for Refreshing Your Home Office

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A home office that keeps you focused and motivated is a home office that enhances creativity and productivity. Whether you work from home full-time, part-time, or occasionally, you deserve an inspiring personal space that speaks to your professional self.

Does your home office exhaust your energy instead of fueling your focus? Has it become cluttered or outdated over time? I have just the tips for you! Explore the following simple tips for refreshing your home office to overcome these at-home hurdles and breathe new life into your work environment.

Pick a New Color Palette for Your Walls

An effective and exciting way to transform your home office is to change the wall colors. It may be tempting to get a fresh coat of paint in your favorite color, but consider leveraging color psychology.

Color can alter the mood of the room, with some hues promoting concentration and others stimulating energy. Some colors may provide better balance and be more conducive to the senses and productivity of professionals across the spectrum of neurodiversity, too. Take the time to test different color palettes to see which resonates with your personal preferences, professional style, and comfort.

Rearrange Your Furniture for Better Functionality

Pair your fresh color palette with new positions for your furniture. If you often get up to stretch when you’re working hard or overstimulated, try restyling your office to be a space for more than just sitting. If you want a layout that allows movement and flexibility, consider moving your desk to an open space where you can stand up or pace.

Welcome Greenery Into Your Workspace

With more open space in your office comes places to add visually enhancing elements that won’t clutter or distract you. Consider filling a few vacant spots in your office with plants. Incorporating plants into your home office is a way to bring new life to your working environment. Greenery by your desk can create a soothing atmosphere that boosts your mood and well-being, and it looks fresh against all wall colors.

Infusing your home office with such invigorating elements can make working from home look and feel like a breath of fresh air. Have fun implementing my simple tips for refreshing your home office and transforming it into a place where you love what you do and where you do it.

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Lacy Estelle

Lacy Estelle is the writer of Lacyestelle.com and the Podcast host for An ADD Woman.

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