I really like to use wall-mounted task lights in home offices because they can be directed toward your face for video calls. THE FIX: You absolutely need at least one task lamp for your home office. Most rooms in your home probably have overhead lights, which are meant to light the whole room.īut your desk is likely in a corner or against a wall, where it’s not getting great light. I know we talked about natural light before, but now we need to talk about artificial light. I’m also loving this Ikea-hacked built-in file cabinet from Sarah at Making Joy and Pretty Things. We currently have three of them in our house, and I’ll probably get another for my own desk soon. I really like these Alex drawer units from IKEA that double as desk legs. And a few drawers for storing office supplies are probably in order too. You’ll likely need at least one file cabinet. I like drawers because they’re easy to get things in and out of, and when they’re closed, they look sleek and clutter-free. Is there anything you could get rid of to free up some space?Įffective office storage generally begins with drawers. THE FIX: Make a list of everything you need to store in your home office. But if you don’t plan for storage, you’ll inevitably end up with a space that feels cluttered. Most people need to store stuff in their home offices.

Designing a home office