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It's so easy to let a home office slide off the bottom of the decorating to-do list — after all, many visitors will never even see it. But the way this space is arranged and decorated can greatly impact productivity (and... more »
by Laura Gaskill
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Looking to create a more personal home office? Step away from the big-box office supply store. You do not need a replica of your day-job setup in your home office, no matter how professional you want it to feel.
Use your home office to showcase... more »
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Freelance motion designer Philippe Vendrolini works almost exclusively from home, and ideas for a backyard office had always circled through the back of his mind. The addition of two children reduced available workspace in his San Francisco home and increased... more »
“Every mother needs a cockpit," says architect Elizabeth Emerson of E/L Studio. In this case the cockpit includes her client's long and linear office, extensive craft and wrapping paper storage, and a... more »
by Becky Harris
Home offices can be neglected when it comes to decorating, but it doesn't take much to freshen an outdated workspace, and the rewards of doing so are plenty. One of the joys of working from home, whether you do it occasionally or full time, is the freedom... more »
“Cozy" might not seem like the first word you'd use to describe your ideal office; it may make you think of quilts and clutter that don't inspire efficiency. However, "cozy" can mean a room that's inviting, warm, layered and, yes, even organized. For... more »
by Becky Harris
Whether you have a small corner, a blank wall or an entire room to work with, setting up a home office that works well for you takes some planning. In 2012, Houzzers went for spaces that kept things simple, saving these photos to their ideabooks more... more »
The dilemma: Your kids could really benefit from a quiet, productive space for doing homework, but you also want an inspiring craft space. Can't decide if you should devote your spare room to your kids or yourself? Consider a third option: combining the... more »
Corners can be tricky, but you can trick them into making them work hard for you. So far we've looked at clever ways to make the most of corners in the kitchen... more »
by Becky Harris
Today’s homes don’t always come with a room for everything. If you’d love a den for lounging but also need a home office, you can have both even if you don't have separate rooms. Wondering how to make it work? Use these professional tips to create... more »
The Victorian study in its day was very much the domain of the man of the house — think dark oak- and leather-clad rooms filled with solid furniture, fitted bookshelves, trophies, certificates and personal memorabilia. In middle-class Victorian homes,... more »
Let's face it: Office chairs as we know them aren't going to win style points. Sure, they're functional and ergonomic enough to keep us going on deadlines and conference calls, but their attributes... more »
It's hard to believe school is back in session. Now is the time to set aside a special place for the kiddos to get their homework done in peace. Here are some ideas for making homework less of a chore, more of a joy. more »
If you want to put a new office into your home, you may not need to look any farther than the basement. A lower level can be the ideal spot for a home office, since it can offer the necessary quiet and separation from the rest of the home.
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A good friend who owns a custom sewing and baking business mentioned recently that she's trying to figure out how to set up a home office area in her bedroom; she has just a single wall and a slice of closet to work with. Although feng... more »
