Now that working from home is the new normal, having the ideal home office is essential. It can be intimidating if you haven't prepared a dedicated workstation in your apartment, whether you've landed a new job that allows remote work or are making the switch to working from home.

Do not worry — our Olympus property team has you covered with these fantastic suggestions so you may maximize your home office area!

OPT FOR A WELL-LIT AREA

When deciding where in the house to place your home office, go for a location with lots of natural light. With some strain on your eyes from staring at the screen and your notes all day, this will keep you more awake and focused.

CREATE A PLEASANT, YET RESTRAINED, ENVIRONMENT

While it may sound appealing to work from your bed, it is not advisable. It might affect how well you sleep. Even if you work from home, there should be a separation between your home and office. Being in bed with your laptop and possibly your work phone can cause you to link that area with stress.

Choose a desk or table where you may set up your office instead. Choose a chair that makes you sit upright and is comfortable for your back. Place a pillow behind you if necessary to relieve pressure on your back.

BECOME AN ORGANIZATIONAL MASTER

In an uncluttered environment, concentration is easy. Once you've gotten the hang of it, keeping your desktop clear won't need much thought. It just takes a little practice. To organize your office supplies, start by purchasing, upcycling, or finding a few bins, boxes, or baskets from a thrift store. Use file folders to hold and organize mail or paperwork. Your apartment home office will be neat and functional, making it simpler to find what you're looking for when you need it.

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