Working remotely is not everyone’s cup of tea. However, if specific circumstances such as the
recent pandemic force you to pack up your stuff and work at home, you have no other choice
but to make the most of what you have. Nonetheless, getting out of bed, brewing your own
coffee, and skipping that drive to your office can be a breath of fresh air. To make your work-
from-home (WFH) setup more promising and convenient, all there is to do is set up an effective
remote workstation. Luckily, here is a guide that can help you in setting up your home office
space, from the optimization tools and equipment to your ergonomic chairs, you will be on your
way to accomplishing success at home and at work.
Conceptualizing and Making your Ideal Workstation
The key to creating a workspace that makes you more productive is by knowing what you want,
your color preference, the space, and the tools that you need for work such as printers, extra
monitors, phones, LED lights, panel lights, speakers, and even a coffee area. However, you must
remember that an effective workspace is one that is away from distractions such as the kitchen,
the entertainment room, or the window where outside noise can be heard.
Getting the Right Equipment
As mentioned above, identifying your WFH tools is part of creating an efficient work area at
home. Besides the computer, a table and an ergonomic chair are vital parts of your setup.
These can make or break your productivity because it is the basis of your comfort especially
when 100% of your job is computer-based. With the right furniture, you will be free from
backaches and other body mechanics-related discomforts. Other vital WFH gears include a
stable Wi-Fi connection, noise-canceling headphones, proper lighting, curtains, and a filing
cabinet. You can also add other industry-specific tools to your work area as long as you have
planned the space well to fit everything without compromising comfort and productivity.
Lighting
Lighting may be on the equipment side of this guide, but it deserves its own part because it gets
underestimated by most people from home. Effective lighting can bring so much positivity to
your work area and your work in general. Good lighting promotes more focus especially when
you are working for longer hours. Setting up your work area where natural light can pass
through but does not generate glare on your monitor is ideal. You should also avoid fluorescent
light because it can promote drowsiness.
Keeping Plants
Being as close to nature as possible is necessary especially when your work requires you to sit in
a confined space for eight or more hours a day. Not only do plants give you positive energy but
it also helps lower stress levels and can help clean the air in your room. Plants such as peace
lilies, succulents, bamboo, and pothos are some of the greens that you can decorate your
workstation. They can add color and help you refocus your energy toward productivity.