If you’re one of the millions out there making the transition to telecommuting, it’s time to turn that spare bedroom or garage space into a home office. As tempting as it may be to throw a desk in the corner with a lamp, taking it a step further will ensure you build a space where you can truly be productive.
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Choose the Right Floor
Flooring is an often overlooked part of home office efficiency. The truth is, for an optimal quiet office environment, you need flooring that will minimize the noise in your home. Certain types of floors, like laminate, are much better suited for noise reduction. Install insulation in the subflooring for extra soundproofing, and increased energy efficiency.
Lighting Options
Natural light is best, but if you’re stuck working in a place where a lot of natural light isn’t possible, there are plenty of bulbs out there designed to mimic natural sunlight. Sitting in a room with fluorescent lighting for too much of the day can mess with your circadian rhythms. Worst case scenario, you can always get a sun lamp, used to treat seasonal affective disorder, and place it across the room.