ADD SOME COLOUR TO YOUR OFFICE AT HOME!

Working from home is tough! But why not make it easier by investing in a colourful modern office?

We are currently living in very trying times and we’ve all been affected in one way or another by this pandemic. Its now more important than ever that we create a wonderful space that will improve productivity, health and wellbeing as well as reduce anxiety and mental distress as we work in our new normal.

Take advantage of colour to curate out personal spaces for inspiration, creativity and most of all improving your wellbeing. Use different colours to stand out from the crowd, create unique spaces with colourful chairs, carpets, fabrics, wall art, plants and so much more. You can even choose different coloured desk surfaces in different textures and materials. The design combinations are endless.

Did you know that the colours in your space can affect how you make decisions in everyday life?   

Colours affect moods and can inject enthusiasm in a person or cause a myriad of emotions which can be either negative or positive. For example, bright colours like red and orange are known to inspire passion, energy, a call to action etc. The cool colours like greys, whites and pastels tend to inject a calming effect.

 At Victoria Furnitures, we have a wide variety of Ergonomic Office Chairs, colourful and vibrant such as the FILO Chair below. We have a wide range and depth of desk options plus other accessories like carpets, wall art, plants, basically everything you need for your home office.

Stay safe and work from home!

YOUR HOME SETUP

There are key things to bear in mind while working when organizing your workspace.

-Be conscious about your seating. Your back will never forgive you for using a dining chair! Good chairs should support your back while allowing you to adjust your seat height.


-The work surface of your desk should be stable and not wobbly. A good desk should be designed in such a way to allow for mobility. Lastly if your budget allows, look into good quality height adjustable desks to allow better posture especially at home.


-Minimize clutter by having cabinets to put away unnecessary items on your desk, as studies have shown most people find clutter to be distracting hence a negative impact on productivity.

TIPS TO EFFECTIVELY WORK FROM HOME

-Get up! Dress up! Show up! – have a regular sleeping routine that ensures you wake up energized and motivated. Also, wear something different to what you slept in and avoid working in your bedroom, this creates a mental shift from ‘rest time’ to ‘work time’. You can even wear your work attire!


-Have predefined work hours to help your family get used to the hours when you’re available to spend time with them and when you’re not. If you’re having trouble focusing on tasks online without getting sidetracked, you may consider downloading apps or browser plugins that may help minimize that.


-Beat procrastination! Clearly map out your day to help to get tasks done and preventing being sidetracked.

YOUR HEALTH

-Sleep is directly proportional to productivity. Sleeping better at night can help you feel more energized during the day and can help you accomplish tasks more effectively.


-Fitness – short of there being a lockdown at time of writing this, it’s essential to get out in nature and go for a run or walk whilst practicing social distancing. A daily dose of Vitamin D will do your immunity good. You can also stay active in your home by doing home exercises.


-Nutrition – In order to keep your system in check, it’s important to have a well-balanced diet and there are plenty of resources to help you out. Key tip is to plan your meals in advance, perhapswhen planning your work commitments.

Quick tips on working from home

Always ensure that your work area has enough lighting. In addition to that, try to find an area of your house that has minimum distractions. Keep a routine and most importantly, get some sun.

How to be more productive working from home

Being productive is a function of will power, however there is a lot you can do. For example, ensure your diet is healthy, try to exercise and cut back on smart phone time