How to Create a Productive Home Office

The home office has been around for many years, but with more people embracing flexible ways of working, it has become a space many now rely on. Both an escape from the outside world and a place for focus, working from home has opened new opportunities for interior design. But who says it has to be all work and no play?

The Pristine Plank in 'Walnut'

Design From the Floor Up

Productivity often begins with how you feel, and the right flooring can make all the difference. Invest in comfort from the floor up with engineered wood flooring. Designed to suit a range of styles and budgets, it's a great, versatile option for a home office. 

Choose from a wide range of styles, grades and finishes to create the perfect setting that enhances productivity while adding a touch of elegance.

Flooring is one of the most important parts of any room, so this is definitely an area you want to pay attention to. For home offices, engineered wood flooring is a natural choice, practical enough for everyday use, yet effortlessly stylish. Wood flooring brings warmth and a timeless, professional look. The result is a workspace that feels both grounded and refined, the perfect backdrop for ticking off that to-do list.

Finding Your Style

For a successful home office design, it's important to identify your personal style, knowing what colours, textures and settings best support the way you work. 

Just as influential as your personal style, your personality type can make a big difference. Understanding if you lean more towards Type A or Type B can help you create a workspace that not only feels more you but also supports the way you naturally work best.  

For Type A personalities who tend to be driven and organised, a clean, structured environment helps them thrive. Think minimal layouts and a neutral colour palette that keeps focus sharp and boosts efficiency.

For Type B personalities, often creative and laid back, a more relaxed, inspiring setting works better. Choose natural textures, pops of colour and personal touches to make work feel more enjoyable.

A Touch of Colour

A touch of colour could make or break your productivity when working from home, so it's important to choose shades wisely, not only picking your favourite hue, but one that boosts your mood.

The Heritage Supreme Plank in colour 'Old Farmhouse'

Different paint colours can have a significant impact on your mood, an important factor when decorating a home office. For example, red is said to increase productivity, blue promotes creativity, green relaxes, and orange can lift your spirits! Consider which quality matters most to you and choose your home office colour accordingly.