If you think a home office has to be a dedicated room, think again. It’s so easy to add a functional office nook to your home and apartment these days. The best part is, it instantly adds value and is a great selling point when the time comes to move on. Today we’re sharing our top tips for adding an office nook to your Kellyville home.
Where to place an office nook
There are no hard rules regarding office nooks. They’re all about making the most of any unexpected space in your home. Here are some small office ideas:
- If you have a two-storey home, is there space on the stairway landing, in the corner, for a desk?
- Another option is under the stairs. This is usually an under-utilised area that can easily be transformed into an office nook.
- Transform a spare cupboard into a built-in desk with shelves. Yes, really! That way you can remove the chair and close the door of your office and work at the end of the day.
- If you have a spacious living room, think about turning a corner or alcove into a designated work zone.
- The same can be said for a kitchen office nook. If you have a spacious kitchen, a built-in desk that flows from your existing kitchen might be the perfect solution.
You just want to make sure there’s enough space for a desk, storage and adequate lighting (but more on that below). Fresh air is also fundamental, especially if you’ll be working full-time from your nook.
Designing the perfect home office nook
Okay, now you’ve found the perfect spot for your office nook, it’s time to functionally design the space.
It’s all in the lighting
Now, you might be lucky and can position your nook in natural light. If that’s not the case, get smart with your lighting. Think functional task lighting like lamps or wall-mounted lights to reduce clutter.
Focus on the desk
Many office nooks include a built-in desk that perfectly fits into the specific space. Table and Desk is a Sydney-based company specialising in custom-built desks. Castle Hill Furniture can also build the built-in desk of your dreams.
If you have the DIY skills, check out this Bunnings guide for how to make a timber floating wall desk. This DIY hack is for a desk, but keep things simple and just opt for a single shelf as a desk instead. It’s practical, functional and still adds value.
Get creative with storage
Here are some ideas for storage, to ensure your office nook remains clutter-free:
- Use the wall to your advantage. Depending on the amount of space, you can add floating shelves with storage boxes, turn IKEA spice racks into aesthetically-pleasing book storage or even fasten pen holders to the wall.
- If you have space underneath, add some built-in drawers or use this affordable Kmart 3-tier trolley that you can slide out and then in at the end of the day.
Always include a houseplant
The term clutter doesn’t apply to houseplants (we don’t make the rules). If you don’t have space on your desk, think about adding a hanging pot and reap the benefits of a little greenery in your office nook.
Paint zoning
Paint zoning is a fun trend for your office nook. It’s about defining the workspace when it’s part of a bigger room. You can go for something minimal like this or a colour-pop look like this. Besides paint zoning, another way to define an office is with panelling.
Thinking of selling? Talk to us
When it’s time to sell your Kellyville home with its dreamy home office, give the Notable Property Group team a call.
