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Many of us have been working from home for a while now and there\u2019s never been a better time to turn that office space into a cozy winter escape. As the weather turns colder and the snow falls outside, you might be staying inside more. With just a few small changes, you can make a big difference. Here are some helpful tips that will help you brighten up your space while enhancing the warmth and comfort of your home office:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The quickest and easiest way to refresh your workspace for the chilly season is to bring in some soft, fluffy textiles to warm up the room. Layer a faux-fur fabric over your desk chair, add a shag rug under your desk to warm up those toes or lean a rustic ladder against the wall and place a few throw blankets over the rungs \u2013 decorative and practical!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
We know you can digitally switch up your background, but what if you didn\u2019t need to? What about changing something on the wall behind you? Find a big, bright piece of art \u2013 maybe you have one somewhere else in your home \u2013 and hang it behind your seat. Consider floating shelves, where you can lean framed photos and place small plants to add depth and interest. An ornate feature wall will put a smile on your face when you walk into your home office and delight your meeting mates too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Whether you\u2019re just moving into a new home or you\u2019ve been in your house for a while, the space you choose for a home office should be one with a lot of natural light. If you\u2019re thinking about where to place your desk, directly under a window is always a good choice. What\u2019s stopping you from moving the furniture around if you\u2019ve been in your home office for a few months already? Switch it up so that you make the most of the view from your desk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You don\u2019t need an expensive ring light, you just need some natural light and a few different types of lighting in your office. Consider a stylish desk lamp, a soft light or two in the corners and a beautiful light fixture above. Maximizing light from multiple sources will brighten up your space and your day!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bring some\ngreen into the room with some potted or hanging plants and fresh cut flowers.\nWith some nature around you, your office space will be more colourful,\nfresh-smelling and inspirational. If you\u2019re not a green thumb \u2013 just grab a few\nartificial plants for the added dash of vibrancy to your space, we won\u2019t tell!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The way you\ntreat the window in your home office can go a long way in keeping you warm and\ncozy in the winter. Window treatments can help the room retain heat, especially\nif you close the curtains when the sun goes down and we recommend a neutral or\nsheer window treatment that lets in natural light during the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A gallery\nwall can really brighten up your office. By displaying your own or your kids\u2019\nartwork, you can add a splash of colour and you don\u2019t even have to spend a lot.\nGrab 4-10 picture frames, depending on your wall space. For a more refined\nlook, find a few sizes of frames in the same finish. For a more eclectic look,\nuse different shapes and colours of frames. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Adding an\nelectric fireplace to your space has become easier as the size and style of\nthis accessory now varies widely. From small free-standing ones, to one encased\nin a sideboard with shelving on either side, to corner units, you can find the\nperfect one to warm up your home office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bring\ncomfort and warmth underfoot on chilly days with an area rug that is just a\nlittle larger than the size of your desk. For a modern and trendy look, try a\nbright colour or print. For a classic and elegant look, go with a solid neutral\nshade. If you prefer a woven rug over a shag, you can always wear a pair of\ncozy socks to keep your toes toasty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There\u2019s\nnothing like freshening up a room with a fresh coat of paint. Who says you have\nto do it in the spring? Paint colour can make a small space appear even\nsmaller, so for a cozy home office that you want to feel spacious, select a\nsoft colour palette with subtle shades to keep it feeling open and light with a\ntouch of warmth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you have\nthe space, why not add a comfortable sofa or armchair to your office space?\nChoose a bold colour, if you dare. It will be the perfect spot to step away\nfrom your desk, take a call or catch up on your reading. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The perfect\ngift to yourself and your home office is a sun lamp. They don\u2019t take up a lot\nof room and can help on those dark, dreary winter days when the sun just won\u2019t\nshine, a sun lamp can help your body make vitamin D and improve your mood. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
From a small\nshelf to built-ins along the wall, filling a bookshelf in your home office can\nmake it instantly cozier. By adding some personal touches to the shelves, such\nas a small plant or a framed inspirational quote, you can create a beautiful\nlibrary display. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
With just a\nfew changes, you can make your home office a cozy winter escape. Whether you\nmake small or large design decisions, the impact will be significant in the way\nyour home office can really work for you during the winter \u2013 and by making your\nspace warmer and cozier, it will feel like you have your own personal winter\nescape right in your own home.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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