Making a healthy, productive and creative workspace when you’re squeezing into the corner of your bedroom isn’t easy. Focus on space, comfort and style – in that order – to ensure you can do your best work (or any work at all, frankly!) from home.
Below, I’ve included everything in my home working set-up (or as close as I can find) plus some options for tiny spaces, small budgets and different styles.
All these brands and suppliers are still delivering during lockdown – but delivery times may vary.
The Desk
How much storage do you realistically need? If you’re fully digital, you might not need a traditional bulky desk with drawer space – a surface for your laptop might be enough.
Oak and white desks
My desk – from Made.com – is a few years old now and looks to be discontinued. Here are some similar styles…
Desks for small spaces
Need a solution for a small or awkward space? Try one of these smaller-than-average options – a fold-down desk is great if you need to work where you sleep as you can truly pack work away at the end of the day.
Desks for Smaller Budgets
If you’re finding yourself needing to quickly and unexpectedly sort out a home office space, these low budget options are great.
The Chair
Getting your office chair right is so important for your posture and comfort while you work – but most office chairs are bulky, black plastic monsters. Here are a few options if you want something to help you sit up straight, that won’t look out of place in your bedroom.
Lighting
It’s crucial you light your workspace properly to save your eyes, especially if you tend to work later in the evening. But if desk space is at a premium, go for an articulated standing lamp like the white and oak one I use – you can bend and angle it as the natural light in the room changes, without losing valuable surface space!
Storage & organisation
Paper trays, pen holders, drawer organisers – these little pieces can make a tangible difference to how well you work. I even like to have a ‘work mug’ that’s only for office-hours coffee! Trust me, every little helps…
Stationary
Sometimes, the smell of a new notebook is what I need to get properly stuck into a project. If you’re looking for a little pick-me-up or want to treat your work-self to something new, take a look at these bits and pieces…
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