Home offices are very common in 2025, and many people don’t prioritize the space as much as they should. It’s important to have a clear area for work, and to make it comfortable yet stylish.
Approximately 20% of United States employees work from home. About 98% of employees desire to work from home for the rest of their lives, and Gen Z also desires to work home, rather than in a traditional office. Working from home eliminates commuting, which saves hours of time for employees. Having extra free time during the workweek is highly desirable, and people can utilize that time in a multitude of ways, from childcare to workout classes or seeing friends after work.
Creating a good work-from-home area is essential. The first recommendation is to place your desk either in front of, or near a window for natural light. Having natural light can help boost your mood, which will benefit your productivity as well.
Many people swear by standing desks. It helps to break up the lengthy sitting sessions, and helps to keep the body moving. With standing desks, many people will invest in walking pads, which is a great way to get moving during the work day. Walking pads are especially helpful in the colder months, when walking outside isn’t feasible for most.
Make your work-from-home area more homey. People work 40 hours a week, and in that time, workers should be surrounded with art, music, and plants, just to make the space more appealing. You are more likely to want to be in a comfortable, visually appealing space, then a dull space. Surrounding yourself with objects that make you happy will benefit your mood.
Keep the work-from-home area organized. Investing in storage will be essential, as a home gets messy easily, and losing work materials is not an option. Having an organized space keeps the mind focused. Some storage ideas include built-in shelves, storage baskets, or a filing cabinet just to hold everything that needs to be kept safe.
Creating a dedicated space to work from home will benefit productivity and help to alleviate mental strain. Interested in putting an office space in your home? Reach out to Penn Construction & Design at (484) 452-5071, or make an appointment to visit our showroom at 24 East Eagle Road, Havertown PA, 19083.
