Gone are the days when the home office consisted of a metal desk and uncomfortable chair crammed into the corner of a spare bedroom or the corner of the living room.  As remote work continues to grow in popularity the need for well-designed offices has also grown. Since you will be spending a lot of time in your home office, having the right furniture is vital for your comfort and for helping you have a productive workday.

Consider your work

Consider the type of work you do when choosing home office furniture. What items do you need at your fingertips? How much storage space and shelving will you need to hold your files and essential supplies?

If your work consists of laying out plans, a small desk will not suffice, and you may need to add a design table to your office in addition to a desk. If you work mainly online or with digital designs, you can save space in the home office by using a smaller desk that will hold your laptop or tablet.

Avoid purchasing an office chair online

You cannot go by online reviews when choosing a home office chair, as each body type is different. What may be comfortable for one person may give you a backache or hurt your legs when sitting for extended periods. Always visit an office supply store or furniture store and sit in several chairs to find one that has features best suited for your body type.

Complement your home's design style

Your home office should look like a part of your home rather than a glaring distraction. It is best to keep the same decorating style as the rest of your home when selecting home office furniture. This will create a pleasing transition from your home to your office.

For instance, if your home is designed in a country style, wood office furniture will be a perfect match and will help you create a warm and inviting home office. If your home is modern or contemporary, you may want to choose metal furniture and a glass-top desk to keep in line with the modern theme of your home.

There is nothing like a beautiful home office to make your workday more pleasant. However, beauty is not everything when it comes to home office design. Comfort is king and having office furniture that is comfortable and practical is the key to a successful home office design.