Home office ideas to inspire you in 2022, if you’re looking to set up a home workspace or to make an existing one more comfortable and productive.

We offer home office ideas to inspire you in 2022, whether you work from home part or all of the time – and even if you have only a small space available.

 

Invest in a wall-mounted fold-away desk

invest in a wall mounted fold away desk

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When it’s not possible to designate an entire room for work, a wall-mounted desk is ideal. There are no legs or trestles to limit the legroom. At the end of the day, the desk can simply be folded up.

 

Jazz up a filing cabinet

jazz up a filing cabinet

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A filing cabinet is a necessity in many home offices. It needn’t be unattractive. A little chalk paint, contact paper or balsa can transform a large metal box into an attractive centrepiece.

 

Eradicate the tangle with a cable management system

cable management system

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Docking stations, devices and office equipment come with kilometres of cords, cables, plugs and wires.

 

A cable management system hides the worst of the mess. Several affordable solutions are available and can be installed under or on top of a desk.

 

Divide a space with a room divider

room divider

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Divide an existing room into a separate home office and living space using retractable room dividers. They’re available in many styles and materials. Folding screens made from bamboo, wood or fabric are also reasonably priced.

 

If a more permanent solution is required, glass sliding doors seal in sound but let light permeate a space.

 

Office set-up in the attic

attic office

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One of the most underutilised spaces in South African homes is the loft, or attic. Often, there’s more than enough room for a full office.

 

A number of companies specialise in basic loft conversions.

 

Having this done properly is likely to require a significant initial investment. However, it’s likely to add value to your property, especially now that so many people are working from home.

 

All-in-one computer bureau

computer bureau

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A modern, cleverly designed computer bureau can serve as an all-in-one workstation. It’s a desk, as well as a filing and storage solution.

 

A computer modem, keyboard and mouse have their own spaces, leaving the work area neat and clutter-free.

 

Wall-mounted computer monitor

wall mounted computer monitor

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One easy way to save space and reduce strain on your neck and shoulders is to mount the computer modem on the wall.

 

Online marketplaces stock a wide range of monitor mounts. Some have swivel capabilities and built-in USB pass-through.

 

Drawer units as desk support

drawer units as desk support

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An old door or table top can be an affordable and interesting alternative to a conventional office desk.

 

Spruce up the door with varnish or paint and support it on drawer units. This is a low budget home office idea that also saves space and adds a personal touch to your workspace.

 

Hanging desk organisers

hanging desk organizer

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When space is limited, every centimetre counts. That includes wall space.

 

Instead of storing files, paperwork and office supplies in cabinets or drawers, use wall space. Any type of container can be repurposed to make a hanging desk organiser.

 

Mobile utility filing cabinet

mobile utility filing cabinet

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A repurposed drinks caddy or utility cart can be transformed into a filing cabinet on wheels. When it’s time to review an important document or file, reach out and wheel it in.

 

What we offer at XtraSpace

Clearing clutter and unused items can make the space that’s needed to implement your home office ideas. At XtraSpace, we can help by providing clean, secure self-storage units. Contact us for more information or browse to find a branch near you.

 

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