Starting the new year motivated and determined is usually at the top of everyone’s New Year’s resolution list. Starting isn’t usually the hardest part, but staying motivated is, and having a dedicated workspace at home makes it easier to block out distractions, and inspire creativity. Having a home study is a great way to shut off and get work done, and keep the creative juices flowing. Deciding how to style your home study is also an important factor to consider, as well as who will use the space and how often it will be used.
Do you aim to create a bold feature wall to help evoke a new level of determination, or do you prefer soft, neutral and organic textures and colours to keep a sense of clarity throughout your work day? Really factor in who will be using this home study, and how they like to work when it comes to styling this space.
Are all blinds suitable for a home office?In short, yes. There isn’t exactly a blind that won’t work in your home office. Whether it be Venetian, Roller, Roman or Pleated blinds, the list is endless when it comes to styling your office windows. Different blinds hold different properties, including a range of features like black-out, fire-retardant, automated control, and more. It really comes down to the personal taste, style and function when deciding on how to design your office windows.
Some blinds may be more suitable than others depending on your needs and use of the space. As PVC blinds are much easier to clean and maintain, they are often a more popular choice among busy home offices, and black-out fabric features are great for those wanting a cool and private office space to stay focused.
Which blind type is best for my home study?It’s definitely fair to say that nearly all of us have had to encounter some sort of working from home situation over the past few years, as we piled our dining tables up high with paperwork and electronics trying to find a balance between home and work life – which is why it’s more important than ever to have a space in your home that you can shut off in, and get work done.
So how do I style my office for my own personal needs and tastes I hear you ask? We’ve put together our handy suggestions below, to help you style your working from home space.
Bring in pops of colour
Colours can affect your mood, which is why colour choice is important when it comes to designing your dream home. Yellow symbolises happiness and warmth in almost all cultures. It’s the colour that grabs users’ attention more than any other shade.
Our Stirlo Primrose Roller blind in yellow is the perfect addition to a happy and motivating office space. This blind evokes a feeling of happiness, a great mood booster and one to get your thoughts flowing! Pair this blind with complimenting colours such as ivory, cream or pastel pink for a softer look, or contrast with a bright colour for a bolder feature in your office.
Make a statement with moody tones
While industrial design is based on minimalist, open spaces, the blend of various rustic materials in furniture and lighting accents provides homeowners the opportunity to bring industrial interior design into any office space. By mixing and layering textures helps to make a statement and adds a more industrial feel throughout. If this vibe is more your style then our Anthracite Metal Venetian blind will be suitable for your home office. This affordable and easy to clean blind is simple to maintain and fit, and will complement charcoal and copper finishes to really fit the moody aesthetic. This blind helps to get you right in the mood to get some work done, filtering out light makes working all hours even easier.
Layer up in style for a cosy work nookIf you have a smaller space to transform, or a small window bay, then optimising your space has never been easier with our luxury range of Roman blinds. Our Keaton Azure Roman blind offers a deluxe finish, and this beautiful shade of teal offers an opulent feel, bringing a sense of the outdoors, inside. This elegant blind will also layer well with curtains, adding character and depth to a smaller space.
Smarter home for a smarter youAs our homes are often busy spaces, and especially our work spaces, making your home as smart, sleek and convenient as possible has been made easier with our range of Motorised blinds. Our wirefree, easy installation, electric blinds have been designed with you in mind. For an easier life, simply set up your electric blinds with your smart hub provider (compatible with Amazon Alexa, Google Home and Apple Homekit) for voice control, scheduled blind opening and closing and even control your blinds while you’re away from home with a free app.
Available in Roller, Roman, Cassette and Wooden blind options, our Motorised blinds are the ultimate choice for a smarter and safer home.
A sense of clarity with neutral decor
A room needs to replicate how you feel when you’re in it, especially an office. This busy work space needs to evoke a sense of calmness so that you have full clarity when working in it. Soft tones, textures and accessories help enhance a positive ambiance throughout and our selection of real wood or faux wooden blinds complement this trend perfectly.
Evoke a fresh and vibrant sense within your home study with our Timberlux Purist Stark Wooden blind. This window treatment will brighten a window area, creating the illusion of a more spacious room. The stark white shade is best styled with indoor greenery and pale shades of green and grey for a contemporary look.
If you would like more advice or guidance on discovering the perfect blind for your home study, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
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