Inspiration
Working from home can be hard if you don't have a good spot to work. But to do your best work, you need a good space. Let's look at how to make a simple but nice home office, even in a small space.
Find Your Spot
Looking for the best home office setup starts with finding the right location. Look around your home for a quiet corner. It could be part of your bedroom, living room, or even a closet you don't use much. The best spots have:
- Good light from a window
- Plugs nearby for your computer
- A door you can close to keep noise out
A small corner in my bedroom can work great for work from home desk setup. It's quiet, and you can shut the door when you need to focus.
Make It Feel Special
Setting up a home office for remote work should start with marking your space. Roll out a small rug to show where your office begins and ends. This simple trick makes your corner feel like its own special space. You can use a small natural jute rug I already had, and it helps show "this is where work happens."
Many local artisans are making beautiful hand-woven rugs these days that add warmth and texture to your floor. They use natural materials like cotton, jute, and wool, and often feature earthy colors that make any space feel calmer.
Get a Simple Desk
You don't need a fancy desk! A modern Office table works great for a work-from-home desk setup. Look for one that's:
- The right height for typing
- Big enough for your laptop
- Small enough to fit your space
A modern office table that fits perfectly in your setting up office space project can be a plus. What's great is you can match it up with your home furniture to make an aesthetic appeal.
Make It Pretty
Even a plain table can look nice with a few touches. Try covering the top with pretty contact paper. Use a marble print, wood grain, or any pattern you like. It turns a basic table into something you enjoy looking at.
Or try a simple table runner made from natural fabrics. These add color and softness to your workspace without taking up much room.
Good Lighting Is Key
The best home office setup always includes good lighting! Natural light is best, but add an indoor table lamp for cloudy days or evening work.
Many users are loving some beautiful handmade table lamps with bases made from things like carved wood, textured ceramics, and natural stone. The lampshades are often made from handwoven fabrics that create a soft, warm glow instead of harsh light. Even one small lamp like this can change how your whole space feels.
Put Something Nice on Your Wall
Looking at a blank wall all day gets boring. Hang something that makes you happy. It could be:
- A framed to-do list (practical and pretty!)
- A small wall hanging made from natural fibers
- A simple art print in calming colors
Add some amazing macrame wall hangings made by local craftspeople that use cotton rope, wooden beads, and natural dyes. The textures and patterns bring life to plain walls, and many have nature-inspired designs that bring a peaceful feeling to your workspace.
Keep Things Tidy
A messy desk makes it hard to think! When setting up a home office for remote work, use simple holders for your pens and papers.
Personal Touches Matter Most
Add a few things that make your work-from-home desk setup happy:
- A special mug for your tea or coffee
- A small handcrafted vase with dried flowers
- A tiny wooden animal or figure that makes you smile
Keep a small hand-carved wooden bird on my desk. It was made by a local artist, and seeing it reminds me to stay calm when work gets busy.
Add some beautiful small brass figures, wooden animals, and ceramic objects that add personality to your space. These little things catch your eye during the day and make your workspace feel special.
Don't crowd your space with too much stuff. The best home office setup keeps only what you need and use. Handmade items work better than lots of cheap things.
Final Thoughts
Making a nice home office setup doesn't have to be hard or cost a lot. Start with what you have and slowly add things that help you work better and make you happy.
Natural materials like wood, cotton, clay, and jute make any space feel calmer and homey. Look for handmade items when you can - they last longer and bring a special feeling to your space that mass-made items don't have.
