Gone are the days of using the home office simply as a place to stash paperwork. With more and more people working remotely and going to school online, the home office is an integral part of both life and interior design. So, what does it take to create an ideal workspace? Think atmosphere, light control, privacy, and organization. The right combination of these elements is sure to set you up for success. Take a look at how you can customize your home office environment for results you’ll love.
Fashion “Just Right” Lighting
For optimal productivity and energy, it’s wise to take a hint from Goldilocks. You need lighting that’s “just right.” If you don’t have enough, you’ll be squinting and tired. But having too much also saps your energy. Plus, glare and intense brightness do more than just grate on your nerves. They’re a major source of distraction. Design features that offer “just right”-lighting are a must-have for the home office.
Top down shades can help you create the ideal lighting in your home office. They make it possible for natural light to enter across the ceiling. This way, mood-boosting and energy-increasing sunshine flows in, but it stays out of your way!
Ensure Comfort
Do you want to be comfortable while you work? Of course! Taking steps to create the most comfortable atmosphere possible in your home office will go a long way toward promoting your success. Where should you start? A good first step is to consider the temperature. Too hot, and you’ll be snoozing after lunch. Too cold, and you’ll be stocking up on Snuggies and fingerless gloves just to make it through the day. Your best bet is to find the temperature zone that’s perfectly pleasant for you and stick with it.
You might think that’s easier said than done with the range of outdoor temperatures we experience throughout the year here in the Cleveland area–and even throughout the day. But, today’s motorized blinds and shades make it easier than ever to maintain a consistent temperature inside. Working in perfect rhythm with your schedule and your smart home system, they keep you cozy no matter what Mother Nature has going on outside your windows. Add to that innovative, energy-efficient designs–like thermal and cellular shades–and you’ll experience maximum energy savings all year long!
Set Your Home Office Scene
When you’re working or schooling from home, circumstances often change. One minute you’re tackling your latest project…the next, you’re immersed in a video conference meeting with your team. Having a range of control for lighting and privacy will help you set the perfect scene every time. Our dual shade systems provide options for both blackout and light filtering on the same window. Instead of having to choose, you can have it all!
Enjoy sheer shadings with the added benefit of a secondary roller blackout shade. Or, shades that go from light-filtering to room-darkening with a simple shift of vanes. You’ll be able to check off your to-do list surrounded by comfortable light and a beautiful view. Then, when meeting time rolls around, you can transition your environment to one of privacy and optimal lighting for your webcam. At Timan Window Treatments, we’d love to help you discover solutions and designs that’ll shape your ultimate home office and a successful start to 2018. Let’s get started today with a free, in-home consultation!