Set up the perfect space-saving study or office area!

Many people need to set up a home office or study area for various reasons. Even though there may be limited space available, there are several small, unexpected nooks that can be turned into wonderfully practical and functional areas!

Reclaim the space under the stairs:

Nothing could be easier than creating a small office space under the stairs! Building a desk under the stairs could be the perfect solution if you don’t have any free space in your home.

Whether you need a home office or a study area, make sure your staircase is wide enough and steps high enough so a desk can be set up. Often, the space under the stairs is big enough to install a computer, drawers and shelving.

You can furnish your office under that stairs two ways, depending on the amount of space you have. The first option is to set up your desk against the wall under the stairs, while the second is to install an L-shaped desk.

Each way allows you to use the available space to the fullest. You can even install a door (preferably a sliding one), if you want to have privacy to work. You can also use a screen as a divider.

Be sure to choose good lighting: a reading lamp or a floor lamp are ideal since they can be plugged, which is very practical for the space under the stairs, which often doesn’t have an electrical box.

Turn a small space or a closet into a mini office

Whether it’s big or small, a closet is a good place to set up an office. It doesn’t clutter up a room since it’s recessed into a wall.

The first thing to do is to draw up a plan. Will you use the space to surf the web, pay bills or work from home, or will your children be using it to do their homework? If the closet is for your children’s use, make a list of the main tasks and activities they’ll be doing and the items they’re most likely to use. With your list in hand, you can furnish the space in the best way to meet your or their needs.

Remove the closet door(s) and install a shelf big enough for a computer, a printer and the supplies you’ll use most often, so they’re at hand when you need them. Make sure the space is well ventilated, given the fact electrical devices generate heat.

Install shelves up to the ceiling to make the most of the space. Use modules to create convenient storage compartments.

Good lighting is essential. Install a ceiling light and a retractable table lamp that can be adjusted according to your needs.

A desk for your little ones and teens:

Convert a closet into a crafty office area! The best way to go about this is to make strategic use of every available square inch and to use the full height of the walls, storing items according to how frequently they are required.

For older children, turn the inside of the closet into a space that’s conducive to study. By installing shelving, you’ll generate extra storage space for useful accessories or school supplies.

Create an office space in the corner of a room:

If you can’t spare a closet to set up a desk or craft area, why not designate the corner of a room as such. Choose a desk or work table that fits the space, and use stacked bin modules to store your equipment and make the most of the space. Use a screen to divide the room’s space without closing it off completely. 

It’s essential to work with adequate lighting. A reading lamp or directional floor lamp is the perfect choice to light a desk area.