Setting up the office - tips & current trends

Since the Corona pandemic, more and more people have been working permanently in the home office - some voluntarily, and for some the employer helps a little. Regardless of whether you like to work from home or are forced to do so, you should definitely think about how you can set up your office. Furniture, decoration and ergonomics also play a major role in your productivity and well-being.

In this desqup blog article, we look at current trends and tips that can help set up your office!

Productivity and mood - This is the effect of a suitable furnishing of your office

You may also underestimate the effect of the furnishings, colors and decoration of your office. Your home office may have been a place that only had to serve its purpose and is good - after all, you may not get paid for everything you put in there. This includes, for example, decoration or plants. So why bother, and at your own expense?

The way you set up your office has many effects on your work behavior - for example in terms of productivity or your well-being after a long day. So before we get into specific tips & tricks when it comes to setting up your office, let's look at a few points that are influenced by them.

• Posture – An ergonomic and healthy workplace will help you improve your working posture. This is especially important if you sit a lot, because incorrect posture can lead to permanent damage. An ergonomic workplace includes, for example, a height-adjustable desk and an ergonomic sitting and standing stool
• Lighting – The right lighting has a big impact on your work performance. Natural and bright daylight is best, because this is where you stay fit the longest. Daylight lamps are also an option. This way you protect your eyes and don't get sleepy in front of the monitor even on long days
• Colors - Many colors have a psychological effect and can be used in a targeted manner in the office. Blue and green, for example, have a calming effect, while light gray has an awakening and serious effect. Bright accents in red or orange, on the other hand, can motivate and create incentives

These are all things that you can only influence or change by setting up your office properly. There are also aspects that can be changed with smart gadgets such as a height-adjustable desk . If you would like more information on this, please visit the desqup website . On the detailed product pages you will find a lot of information about our products and how they improve your working life.

Tips & tricks to furnish your office in a modern way

Your office is a place where you probably spend more time during the week than the rest of your home. When setting up, you should therefore not do things by halves and consider a few aspects. The office must always be a place where you feel comfortable and where you can be productive. You may also have personal preferences such as music or air fresheners that help you have a productive day.

In the next paragraphs we look at the most important things that should not be missing in a modern office!

Choosing the right desk

The desk is one of your most important pieces of furniture - because you sit at it for many hours every day. In advance, you should think about a few things so that you can enjoy this probably somewhat more expensive purchase for a long time.

First of all, the size of your desk. You should choose a table that is at least 120cm wide. This will ensure you have enough space when you do have to deal with folders or mail. You also have more freedom of movement because the table takes up a little more space in your office. The depth should be at least 60cm so that you have enough space even if there are monitors on your table.

You have several options for the tabletop. You can rely on a high-quality wooden panel, which is durable and also looks good. However, the acquisition costs are correspondingly somewhat higher and we recommend that you choose a plastic plate. These are now available in many colors and also in a wood look, which means that the difference is hardly noticeable.

If you want to redecorate your office anyway, then you should also buy a height-adjustable desk right away. This brings numerous advantages to your everyday office life. With the simple, electric height adjustment of a desk from desqup, you can always switch between working standing and working sitting within seconds - this way you keep your circulation going. If you would like to learn more about this, please have a look at our desqup Pro .

plants in your office

Another big trend in the office is still green plants of all kinds. Low-maintenance indoor plants such as ivy or cacti of all kinds are very popular. Plants have several positive effects on your work behavior:

• Calming - The green color of the plants has a calming effect on everyone in the room. Studies have also shown that the presence of plants increases well-being and increases productivity. So they should not be missing in any office
• Purifying – Plants have an air-purifying effect and can thus improve the indoor climate. They regulate the humidity and filter many pollutants from the room air. You can also reduce unpleasant odors or even make them disappear completely. Flowering plants even give off their very own smell
• Decorative - Many offices have corners that don't look quite as pretty. With green plants in the office, these unsightly areas can be covered, so they serve as an inexpensive decoration. It is practical here that there are plants in all sizes and shapes and so every room can be covered individually

Conclusion: Set up an office – that's how it works!

These were the main things you can prevent or achieve by setting up your office properly. Proper posture is a crucial factor when it comes to your long-term health and well-being. Plants, on the other hand, should not be missing in any office, because they beautify the room, clean the air and fulfill high decorative requirements. By choosing the right colors and appropriate, ergonomic setup, you can stay productive even on long days without having to spend too much money!

We hope we were able to help you with this blog article!