When working from your family home, it can be hard to carve off a little corner for yourself. If you’re lucky enough to have an Office tucked away between your room and your child’s bedroom, then you’re probably wondering how you can make it feel more like a workplace. Well, the first step is clearing away any clutter, but after that, you’re free to think bigger. Lighting can make all the difference when it comes to creating a professional office space and it doesn’t require too much added effort.

Targeted Illumination

While you want your home office to be bright, you don’t want your lighting choices to be overwhelming. Using warm white LED lights can illuminate targeted areas, helping to create more ambience. A single ceiling light can cast harsh shadows, but carefully placed LEDs work in a more natural way. You could even use LED strips around shelves and your desk for a cool contemporary aesthetic.

Task Lights

The last thing you want in your home office is not to be able to see your desk clearly. In the long winter months, Daylight can be limited so you need to make sure you have suitable task lighting in place. Choose a desk lamp that you can easily position to illuminate your workspace, allowing you to read documents carefully without straining your eyes. Remember, just because you’re working on a screen that lights up doesn’t mean you should neglect your surroundings. Looking at a bright screen in a dark room can cause eye strain, so be sure to adjust your screen and lighting accordingly.

Consider Daylight Bulbs

Because you’ll be using the room for working, daylight bulbs can offer a clearer view of your space and help to keep you alert. Bulbs that are too yellow or dim can often make us feel lethargic or unmotivated, but daylight bulbs help to mimic that stream of sunlight coming in through the window. Whether you choose to switch your lamp to a daylight bulb or have one as your main light in the ceiling, they can bring a new level of definition to your home office.

Smart Lights

Opting for a smart light not only helps to keep your desk looking brighter, but it can help you stay on track too. With some models connecting to an app on your phone, your smart light could be a voice-activated saviour in your working day. Whether you need to set reminders or call a client, your lamp can link up with your virtual assistant for seamless integration. What’s more, you’ll never have to worry if you left your light running after the workday is over thanks to remote technology.

Neon Signs

While you might not associate this bold choice with your home office, a tastefully placed neon sign could give you the motivation boost you need. Pick a sign with an uplifting phrase like ‘You Can Do It!’ to give you a lift when your concentration begins to waver.

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