How to Create the Perfect Home Office: Ideas for Comfort and Productivity
Whether you work from home full-time, part-time or in your free time, having a functional and comfortable home office is essential.
From the right ergonomic chair and desk to carefully chosen lighting, choosing high-quality pieces for your home office space is as important as creating a space that captures your unique style.
Discover high-end, sleek and thoughtful home office design ideas that cater to both larger and more compact spaces with our curated recommendations.
Choosing the right desk for your home office
In any home office, the desk is the centrepiece. It sets the tone for your style and the function of the space.
Given the nature of sitting at your desk for extended periods, having a standing desk offers a way to stretch your body and switch positions, helping your circulation, reducing strain and boosting focus at the same time.
The Humanscale Float Sit/Stand T-Foot Style Desk is suitable for both larger and more compact home offices due to its sizing options in Small (120 cm x 60 cm), Medium (140 cm x 60 cm) and Large (140 cm x 80 cm).
This standing desk has a patented counterbalance mechanism for smooth, quick height adjustments when needed and has a T-foot design so you have plenty of space under the desk for movement.
It comes complete with mounting options for keyboard systems and monitor arms, as well as a cable management system so you can keep your wires organised.
Highly durable with its aluminium frame and either a wood veneer or steel finish, it has a sleek contemporary style with excellent functionality that can fit nicely into your home office design.
Finding the perfect chair
Home office interior design doesn’t have to mean choosing style over substance or function over form. The best luxury office chairs have it all: comfort, support, customisable features and strength.
Take The Vitra Physix Chair.
Complete with a flexible frame and stabilising mechanism so you can move freely and naturally while seated, it also offers many adjustable features to customise your experience such as tilt mechanism, armrest options and height adjustment. The ideal ergonomic choice.
Choose from a range of frame colours, seat colours and upholstery options to suit your desired aesthetic and pair it with The Humanscale Float Sit/Stand T-Foot Style Desk for a comfortable workstation you can easily settle into.
An alternative is The PK9 Chair by Danish designer Poul Kjærholm. Famous for its tulip-shaped silhouette, it has a moulded shell made from fibreglass-reinforced plastic, which presents both flexibility and strength.
Upholstered in premium leather, it is another ergonomic choice for support and comfort, complete with a satin-brushed stainless steel frame for durability.
Simple, sleek and striking, this is a design favourite for those who appreciate classic Danish Mid-century design.
Choose from three upholstery colours to match your home office style.
The best home office lighting
Good lighting is a vital part of home office interior design.
Combining quality task lighting for your desk as well as ambient lighting from a floor lamp is the best way to fill the room with a suitable amount of light to prevent eye strain.
The Desk Lamp
For a desk lamp that is perfectly engineered for your home office, consider the Anglepoise Type 75 Desk Lamp.
With its adjustable arm powered by a constant-tension spring mechanism to ensure no slipping and its streamlined shade, precise light is directed just where it is needed, glare-free
Designed by Sir Kenneth Grange as a reimagining of George Carwardine’s original Anglepoise Lamp, it carries the same longevity and durability guarantees but with some notable upgrades such as metal joints for fluidity, an in-built switch in the cable and light-directing shade.
With this lamp you can choose between a clamp, weighted or desk insert base to make the best use of your desk space.
Available in a tasteful monochromatic palette including finishes like Jet Black, Slate Grey, and Alpine White.
The Floor Lamp
Capture the ideal ambient lighting for your home office with a striking mid-century floor lamp design like The Gubi Gräshoppa Floor Lamp.
Designed by Greta M. Grossman in 1947 this lamp is manufactured by GUBI.
Featuring a powder-coated aluminium shade, a tubular steel stand and a cast iron base, this striking, angular floor lamp took inspiration from the uniquely bent legs of grasshoppers.
Enjoy 360° glare-free light with a ball-adjustable shade of The Gubi Gräshoppa Floor Lamp, and set just the brightness you desire with its mains-dimmable feature.
For an architectural, sleek lamp that brings historical design legacy into your office, this could be a fine choice.
Finish with storage and décor
Now you have some home office design ideas for furniture, all that is left is storage and décor.
Consider customisable storage systems if you have a larger office space, like The USM Haller Shelving M24 designed by Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer for a flexible, modern storage option you can tailor to your needs.
Or, if space is of a premium, The String Pocket Shelving solution offers a wall-mounting storage option that is able to fit a generous number of items.
Artwork
A few pieces of well-placed artwork can bring your home office interior design to new heights.
Consider abstract artwork by Wassily Kandinsky or Jackson Pollock for bold pieces that bring energy to your office space.
Alternatively, photography from artists such as Annie Leibovitz or Richard Avedon can bring a striking, modern touch to a contemporary office setting.
Another choice is mid-century work to acknowledge furniture pieces that share the time period. Think of classic works from Alexander Girard or Eero Saarinen to set the tone.
FAQs
How do I design my office layout?
Think first about your workflow needs and place your desk near natural light. Arrange your storage and seating for comfort and make sure you have room for movement. Ensure your lighting is positioned to minimise glare.
How to make a small office look nice?
Make sure your desk’s surface is clean and uncluttered. Choose wall-mounted shelves for storage, and consider elegant lamp silhouettes to promote an airy and spacious feel.
Whatever your style or needs, Holloways of Ludlow has an expertly curated selection of pieces that can bring life and comfort into your home office.
Get in touch with one of our friendly staff today for bespoke advice for you. Email us at sales@hollowaysofludlow.com or call 020 7602 5757