{"id":6165,"date":"2020-04-21T12:59:07","date_gmt":"2020-04-21T12:59:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.homesweethomeltd.co.uk\/new2022\/?p=6165"},"modified":"2020-04-21T12:59:07","modified_gmt":"2020-04-21T12:59:07","slug":"working-from-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.homesweethomeltd.co.uk\/new2022\/working-from-home\/","title":{"rendered":"Working from home?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.25.3&#8243; background_color=&#8221;#e7e7e7&#8243; min_height=&#8221;179px&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;6px||0px|||&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;3.29.3&#8243;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.29.3&#8243;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.3&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||-20px|||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||22px|||&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; min_height=&#8221;222px&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>With more people working from home it\u2019s time to start thinking of how you can create a space that works for you.<\/h2>\n<p>We know that cleverly designed spaces can have a direct impact on your productivity and creativity, therefore it is essential to take time and find the best home office solution for you,<\/p>\n<p>Remember, you don\u2019t need a home office to create a space that will work for your working needs which is why we\u2019ve created a simple guide on ways to maximise your space.<\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.25.3&#8243; min_height=&#8221;512px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;3px|||||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||2px|||&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.3.4&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;17px||9px|||&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.3.4&#8243;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.3&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||-5px|||&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Separate work from home<\/h3>\n<p>It is crucial when working from home you create clear distinctions between home and work life therefore zoning your kitchen is crucial. With the rise in open-plan living, it has meant more homes have the ability to zone areas for different uses. Take the time to analyse your space and find an area you can clearly zone as your work station.<\/p>\n<h3>Utilise your kitchen island<\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019re unable to find a dedicated space for your home office, why not utilise a kitchen island? If you have an island with a seating area this can work perfectly as a large open space to work.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.3&#8243;][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.3&#8243; type=&#8221;4_4&#8243;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.homesweethomeltd.co.uk\/new2022\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/modern-kitchen-island-masterclass-kitchens.jpg&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.3&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.3&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3>Think of your lighting<\/h3>\n<p>The lighting in your home office is a key factor to consider, with studies found that lighting can improve your mood, energy and productivity. The more natural light, the better so try positing your home office near a window to keep you focused and alert. If you\u2019re not blessed with natural light finding a good desk lamp can instantly brighten your space.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.homesweethomeltd.co.uk\/new2022\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/classic-grey-open-plan-kitchen-masterclass-kitchens.jpg&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.3&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.3&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3>Re-organise your storage<\/h3>\n<p>Having a space with adequate storage will create an organised environment, a cluttered space can affect your productivity so getting yourself organised is essential. To ensure your files and stationery are organised, re-asses your current storage and find a dedicated area for all of your workspace items.<\/p>\n<p>Internal drawers like our SpaceTower are a great storage solution to organise your belongings, with all your items in easy reach.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.homesweethomeltd.co.uk\/new2022\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/kitchen-storage-ideas-masterclass-kitchens.jpg&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.3&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.3&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3>Indoor Plants<\/h3>\n<p>Bring the outdoors to you by adding some indoor plants to your workspace. The addition of greenery can inject a bit of zen to your space along with all the fantastic health benefits. Indoor plants can improve oxygen levels in your home, clean the air around your home and remove levels of toxic vapours.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.homesweethomeltd.co.uk\/new2022\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/plants-modern-dark-kitchen-masterclass-kitchens.jpg&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.3&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.3&#8243; column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243;][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.3&#8243; type=&#8221;1_2&#8243;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.homesweethomeltd.co.uk\/new2022\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/marlborough-hunter-green-farringdon-grey-cameo-2-copy.jpg&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.3&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.3&#8243; type=&#8221;1_2&#8243;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.3&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_3  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">\n<p class=\"\" id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1586361248306_593\">\n<h3>Feeling inspired?<\/h3>\n<p>If you feel inspired follow us on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/homesweethomekitchenstudio\/\" class=\"broken_link\">Facebook<\/a> to keep up to date with more project ideas and take a look at our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.homesweethomeltd.co.uk\/new2022\/kitchen-styles\/\">kitchen ranges<\/a> to get your new project started.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_0_wrapper et_pb_button_alignment_center et_pb_module \"><a class=\"et_pb_button et_pb_button_0 et_pb_bg_layout_light\" href=\"https:\/\/www.homesweethomeltd.co.uk\/new2022\/brochures\/\">View our brochures<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_1_wrapper et_pb_button_alignment_center et_pb_module \"><a class=\"et_pb_button et_pb_button_1 et_pb_bg_layout_light\" href=\"https:\/\/www.homesweethomeltd.co.uk\/new2022\/inspiration-2\/\">Be Inspired<\/a><\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Take a look at our top tips to help you settle whilst working at home, and make life easier.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":6166,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","_mi_skip_tracking":false},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.homesweethomeltd.co.uk\/new2022\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6165"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.homesweethomeltd.co.uk\/new2022\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.homesweethomeltd.co.uk\/new2022\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.homesweethomeltd.co.uk\/new2022\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.homesweethomeltd.co.uk\/new2022\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6165"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.homesweethomeltd.co.uk\/new2022\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6165\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":6176,"href":"https:\/\/www.homesweethomeltd.co.uk\/new2022\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6165\/revisions\/6176"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.homesweethomeltd.co.uk\/new2022\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/6166"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.homesweethomeltd.co.uk\/new2022\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6165"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.homesweethomeltd.co.uk\/new2022\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=6165"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.homesweethomeltd.co.uk\/new2022\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=6165"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}