In conditions of limited space it is difficult to allocate a separate room for a full-fledged workplace. And so we have to work wherever we have to - sitting at the kitchen table, on the couch and even on the floor. You have to constantly move the laptop, carry additional devices and stationery. Is there anyone who can concentrate and work fruitfully in such conditions? Unlikely. It is no coincidence that so much attention is paid to the proper organization of the workspace in offices. Nothing reduces efficiency like uncomfortable furniture. But from this knowledge a separate office will not appear. Maybe you should discard stereotypes and organize it indoors at first glance for this purposeless?
Pay attention to the living room. This is the largest room in the house. Here you can always find an inconspicuous corner, which is suitable for a computer desk.Or maybe there is something that you have long wanted to get rid of? For example, a chest of drawers that has gone out of fashion. Excellent! There is a reason to say goodbye to “stale” furniture and free up space for more important things.
Arguments in favor of creating a working area in the living room:
The problem of lack of space is being solved.
Living room - a spacious and bright room. Good lighting and sufficient oxygen have a beneficial effect on well-being and effectiveness.
Living room - common room. Having a computer table in the interior of the living room, you do not have to negotiate with someone and argue. You can safely immerse yourself in the process, without being distracted by households and without disturbing anyone.
The ability to communicate with family at work or watch your favorite program on TV if the type of activity allows you to combine communication and work.
There is a reason to partially or completely change the design, to make the interior stylish and modern.
Cons of this solution:
you may be disturbed by the noise of others. If guests come or household gathers at the TV, it will be difficult to concentrate;
you can interfere with your surrounding noise - if it is an integral part of the activity;
every time you have to clean everything that was used to work.
Workspace Allocation Options
There are many ways to beat the workspace area in the interior. And the first thing to decide on is whether you want it to be combined with the rest of the environment as much as possible or, rather, to be different and to look detached.
In the first case, complete the existing furniture set with a table of the same color. In the second - emphasize the special purpose of the zone in contrasting color, decoration, lighting.
Zoning Options
Department of the workplace with:
deaf septum. Two isolated rooms with separate exits will appear;
partial partition, and if one of the zones was left without a window - select the transparent option. The glass wall will muffle sounds and will not interfere with the penetration of sunlight;
cabinet or shelf with open shelves. An obvious bonus - there is an additional place to store things;
curtains, hanging partitions, curtains made of bamboo, plastic or glass elements;
multi-level ceiling or floor;
finishing materials - wall panels, tiles, wallpaper of a different color and texture, plaster, murals. The finishing of the working area should stand out and at the same time be in harmony with the rest of the room design.
Options for placement and combination with other furniture
Each room is individual. Therefore, when developing a design project, consider:
size, quantity and location of windows, doors, built-in furniture;
the shape of the room, the presence of a bay window, niches, insulated loggia;
the number and location of natural light sources and lighting devices;
the number of outlets in the zone.
You need to carefully think through everything so that there are no surprises in the form of doors that do not open completely, and the unsightly “tails” of extension cords do not stretch along the floor.
Each room has features that will affect the choice of location for the workplace.
Computer desk have:
Near the window
Separate table or enlarged window sill and countertop along the wall. Pros - adequate illumination in the daytime, view from the window.
Between two windows
In between there will be a small table and hanging shelves.
Along the wall
A rectangular table is appropriate, which will not clutter up the room.
In the corner
It is worth installing a full-fledged corner computer desk with all the necessary shelves for office equipment and office.
in a niche - a rectangular table will fit perfectly.Shelves are placed on the walls, additional lighting. If the depth of the niche allows, separate it using curtains or blinds. Get a separate mini-office;
in a bay window - a table with a rounded countertop will be an excellent choice. If you enclose a semicircular protrusion from the common space with a sofa, shelving or chest of drawers, you will get a separate nook;
on the balcony - near the side wall, along the parapet, if the balcony is attached, in place of the cleaned window sill;
inside the built-in cabinet - after work, the doors are closed and the office is hidden from prying eyes.
Types of computer tables
To find out what type of table fits optimally into the proposed space, we suggest considering various options.
Direct desks, about a meter long, equipped with a compartment for a computer and a sliding shelf for a keyboard;
Corner - left and right configurations;
Modular - the line includes modules that are installed in a variable order;
Transformers - able to change configuration. For example, a table transforming into a cupboard;
With shelves and drawers - straight and corner models with shelves for office equipment and drawers for necessary items;
With a superstructure and cabinets - ceiling structures for organizing books, stationery, clothes, shoes;
Tables with racks - the rack is fixed on the countertop and compensates for the absence of wall shelves;
Tables for students - what is needed for the student? There is a larger countertop so that there is where to learn lessons, draw, place a stand with a book, shelves, for educational and reference books that do not block the light. Boxes for notebooks and stationery.
Work area lighting
The quality of lighting affects the performance and well-being. With a lack of light, the eyes are in constant tension, they tire faster. Systematic violations of eye hygiene lead to decreased vision.And the older a person becomes, the more detrimental to him is the lack of light. But excessively bright lighting affects the eyes negatively. The luminous flux should be evenly distributed throughout the workplace.
Glare and frequent flashing are unacceptable, so fluorescent lamps are best avoided. The rays coming from LED devices are more pleasing to the eye. In the daytime, natural light is preferred. If it is not enough, pendant, table lamps and built-in lamps will help.
There are many ways to transform a room into a multi-purpose room. Office in the living room is a great choice for those who do not have a separate office.
In conditions of limited space it is difficult to allocate a separate room for a full-fledged workplace. And so we have to work wherever we have to - sitting at the kitchen table, on the couch and even on the floor. You have to constantly move the laptop, carry additional devices and stationery. Is there anyone who can concentrate and work fruitfully in such conditions? Unlikely. It is no coincidence that so much attention is paid to the proper organization of the workspace in offices. Nothing reduces efficiency like uncomfortable furniture. But from this knowledge a separate office will not appear. Maybe you should discard stereotypes and organize it indoors at first glance for this purposeless?
Pay attention to the living room. This is the largest room in the house. Here you can always find an inconspicuous corner, which is suitable for a computer desk.Or maybe there is something that you have long wanted to get rid of? For example, a chest of drawers that has gone out of fashion. Excellent! There is a reason to say goodbye to “stale” furniture and free up space for more important things.
Content
Weigh the pros and cons
Arguments in favor of creating a working area in the living room:
Cons of this solution:
Workspace Allocation Options
There are many ways to beat the workspace area in the interior. And the first thing to decide on is whether you want it to be combined with the rest of the environment as much as possible or, rather, to be different and to look detached.
Zoning Options
Department of the workplace with:
Options for placement and combination with other furniture
Each room is individual. Therefore, when developing a design project, consider:
Each room has features that will affect the choice of location for the workplace.
Computer desk have:
Types of computer tables
To find out what type of table fits optimally into the proposed space, we suggest considering various options.
Work area lighting
The quality of lighting affects the performance and well-being. With a lack of light, the eyes are in constant tension, they tire faster. Systematic violations of eye hygiene lead to decreased vision.And the older a person becomes, the more detrimental to him is the lack of light. But excessively bright lighting affects the eyes negatively. The luminous flux should be evenly distributed throughout the workplace.
Glare and frequent flashing are unacceptable, so fluorescent lamps are best avoided. The rays coming from LED devices are more pleasing to the eye. In the daytime, natural light is preferred. If it is not enough, pendant, table lamps and built-in lamps will help.
There are many ways to transform a room into a multi-purpose room. Office in the living room is a great choice for those who do not have a separate office.