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Design Dilemma Polls home office

My first home office!

3 years ago

After years of working, I have finally bought my first apartment... Right now, I'm on the stage of design it...

Hello everyone! Once again, I need advice from you! (Last time, the good people help me choose the right color for the bathroom.) I want to hear an honest opinion about the design which I made for my apartment.

What do you think about this design?
Did I choose the right color palette?
Did I arrange the furniture correctly?

I work at home, and my goal is to create a positive and productive atmosphere. It is very important for me to know your personal opinion before I start renovating this small apartment.

Thanks in advance for the help!

Looks good for a home office!

Not comfortable at all...

Wrong color palette...

I don't like it.

Comments (5)

Russell Morgan
Original Author
3 years ago
Bump? :(
apple_pie_order
3 years ago
It's dark and gloomy. Is complete darkness required for your work? It is missing file cabinet, printer, and sturdy bookshelf space. The three monitors shown are unusually smal, judging from the laptop size. Most set ups like this use monitors that are at least 50% larger than shown. That will affect your planning.

Consider switching the bed or exercise bike areas with the office so you can look out the window occasionally. You spend far more daylight hours in your home office than on the exercise bike.
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Russell Morgan
Original Author
3 years ago
- No, complete darkness is not required for my work.

- I'm planning to set the printer and file cabinet on the side tables (on the left and the right).

- Monitors should fit, I've already measured them.

- I thought about the idea of switching the areas but... I personally rarely look out the window.

Thanks for the advice anyway! I'll note them down!
Momof5x
3 years ago
Pick a different colour for the office, cream or green or even wall paper. Add a coffee bar area for snacks and beverages and bottled water. Add a plant or two and a rug for warmth. Best of luck!
Russell Morgan thanked Momof5x
Russell Morgan
Original Author
3 years ago
Thanks for the advice!

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