Home Offices
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Home Offices > Planning • Location • Basics • Layout • Decor
More than 50 million Americans work from their homes at least part time
and about a quarter of those work at home full time. Many more
Americans have carved out spaces in their homes for managing their
household finances, doing school homework, and pursuing hobbies.
The ubiquitous personal computer is partially responsible for this trend. With its small size and large data capacity, and its ability to access information via the Internet, the personal computer has become a primary feature of many home offices. A wide selection of computer desks and ergonomic office chairs are available to fit in with most home decorating styles. Low cost copiers and fax machines, sometimes integrated into an all-in-one machine with a flatbed scanner and color printer, have enabled the home office to become an efficient and productive place to work. Many of us can now work at home part of the time, saving commuting time and energy costs in the bargain!
These changes in our work and living patterns is profoundly affecting the
way we organize our home living space. Many new homes include spaces
designated as dens or home offices, but most older homes do not.
For these older homes, the simplest solution is sometimes to convert
an extra bedroom into an office, but other approaches may require
rearranging existing furnishings, minor alterations, or even serious
design and remodeling work.
When planning your office at home, remember that, in addition to being an attractive space, it should be a well-organized space that encourages creativity, enhances productivity, and is an enjoyable place to work. A home office can increase the market value of your home, particularly if you design it intelligently and construct it using quality materials and workmanship.
Home Office Design and Construction
- Find Interior Space Designers
If you need help planning your office space and decorating it in your style, try using this interior designer matching service to locate qualified office space planners and designers in your local area. Featured listing.
www.ServiceMagic.com - 5 Home Office Design Tips
A few simple ideas can go a long way to boosting your office productivity.
SBInformation.About.com - Charles Cabinet - Home Office Examples
This Minnesota cabinet maker offers hand crafted cabinetry for homes and offices.
www.CharlesCabinetCo.com - Offi
Simple, practical home and office furnishings for the modern urban lifestyle.
www.Offi.com - Closet Maid
Storage systems for living rooms and home offices.
www.ClosetMaid.com
Equipment and Supplies for Home Offices
- Hon
This well-known office furniture manufacturer offers desks, chairs, and file cabinets for offices of all sizes.
www.Hon.com - Relax The Back
Features adjustable work stations, ergonomic office chairs, back supports, and home office accessories.
www.RelaxTheBack.com - Stacks and Stacks
Offers an extensive selection of home office accessories and home furnishings. Shop for office storage and organization products.
www.StacksAndStacks.com - ImageKind
Find canvas-textured framed art prints from an expanding selection of quality artists. These attractive prints are used in many homes, offices, and other commercial institutions.
www.ImageKind.com
Home Office Services
- Blue Tie
Provider of hosted email, messaging, and collaboration solutions for small and medium-sized businesses.
www.BlueTie.com
Home Office Deduction
- Do You Have a Deductible Home Office?
Home office deduction guidelines from the Internal Revenue Service.
www.IRS.gov
Related Home Office Websites
- Home Office Chairs - ergonomic desk chairs.
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