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In recent years, remote work from home has become increasingly popular, so the design and arrangement of a home office is a hot topic.
Some people need a small desk in the corner of the bedroom, where they can check their mail and send a few letters, while others need a separate, comfortable office in which they can work every day and which will become the personal home office of the owner or mistress of the house. A mini-office with an interesting design can be organized not only in a private house, but also in an apartment, for which it is necessary to rationally use the free space.
With the help of Feng Shui, an ordinary, boring office can be transformed into a creative, positive and cozy work area. Feng Shui will give the owner of the office the necessary peace and tranquility, as well as the necessary inspiration and desire to work!
Stylingroom team has prepared 9 basic Feng Shui rules that must be followed to create an ideal and most comfortable work area.
Facing the door
The first rule of Feng Shui is: the desk should be opposite the door, and the person sitting behind it should be facing the front door. A person sitting with his back to the door feels uncomfortable and even unsafe, since he does not see and does not know who is entering him and when, he must be on alert all the time and constantly turns around, which greatly distracts him from work and makes it difficult to concentrate. At the same time, the idea of Feng Shui is not to sit “nose to nose” with the door, but to ensure that the door is always in the field of view of the person sitting; this can be achieved by moving the table to the center of the office or simply turning the chair a little.
The photo below shows an office design from Beach Glass Interior Designs: a massive glossy wooden table, an easy chair, a small seating area by the window with a mountain of soft, cozy pillows. The office is made in brown and white colors, according to the basic principles of Feng Shui: when sitting at the table, the owner of the office will always see who has entered.
Spacious office according to Feng Shui.
How to arrange a small office
Design solutions allow you to decorate even the smallest rooms. If the space does not allow your imagination to wander, then you should resort to the basic rules for arranging small rooms. A small office will most likely consist only of a manager's workstation.
Library in the manager's office
Corner table in the boss's office
A profitable solution would be to use a massive corner table for work, which it is advisable to place near the window. You can work on one side of the table and receive guests on the other.
Light furniture in the boss's office
Headquarters in bright colors
If the size of the room allows, it is worth placing a chest of drawers for documents, on the surface of which you can place accessories: photographs, figurines. For the interior of a small office, it would be appropriate to use spotlights - they will not take up much space and will do the job perfectly.
Green design of the director's office Office of a female manager
By following certain rules, you can equip your manager’s office yourself. The right combination of colors, choice of furniture and organization of space are the key steps to the successful design of the director's office.
Balance of light, dark colors and shades
Another rule that is also used in bedroom design is that there should be harmony and the right balance of dark and light shades in the room.
You should not create an office in neutral colors - it will be boring and banal, you should not make it snow-white, if you are not a doctor - the office will look like a sterile operating room, use light and dark shades, dilute them with red, green, yellow, blue colors that will add positive energy and brightness to the atmosphere of the work area.
Another tip from Feng Shui: combine a variety of materials and textures in your office - natural wood and stone, glass, metal, which will allow you to create a symbolic balance of the main elements in the room, enliven and decorate your work area.
The cabinet in the next photo was created by the design company PPDS. The design of the office includes rich blue, white, brown, natural wood, metal, and glass. A massive work desk allows the owner of the office to control both doors and not be taken by surprise while working; the decor of the room was also well complemented by a huge glass vase with plants, and the hanging chandelier is a real decoration of the room. By sliding the large white doors, the owner of the office can easily isolate himself from the rest of the space in the house and will be able to concentrate on his work. The office is the room that must have doors or a screen.
Proper use of a variety of colors and textures in home office settings.
The boss as an arbitrator
It is important to take into account one nuance when the boss still has to sit at the head of the table. If the purpose of the meeting is to resolve a conflict, and the boss acts as an arbiter, then it is better if he sits separately, at the head.
It is important for subordinates to realize that in this situation the boss still behaves like a leader, and not just like an ordinary employee. In case of conflict, the separate place of the leader really matters.
Management does not need to hide from the team behind thick office doors. It is important to try to establish contacts with subordinates as effectively as possible. The location of the boss's workplace speaks volumes about his own vision of himself and the team.
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Creation of an energy center
In the office it is necessary to create a clear center around which positive energy will gather. This center can be your desktop or any other object in the room, which will allow you to more clearly and clearly organize your free space and prevent the dissipation of positive energy.
The photo shows a work area in dark colors. The center of energy of the room is the ebony desk located in the center of the room, the original pendant lamp located above the table and the indoor plant on the table help to focus the positive energy. The decor of the room in dark colors is complemented by snow-white paintings on the walls and white lamps on the bedside table; the decoration of the room is a round mirror in a massive wooden frame and a figurine of a Chinese deity, designed to attract money and positive energy into the atmosphere of the office.
A study in dark colors, arranged according to the principles of Feng Shui.
Size matters
Should the size of an executive's office be directly proportional to his status? Many directors ask this question when trying to choose a place with large areas. It’s good if the room allows you to do this, but if not, don’t be sad: experts say that the size of the office can start from 20 square meters. And if desired, or if the occupied space does not allow, it can be made even smaller. For example, a director who is constantly on the move does not need an office the size of a football field. The same applies if we are talking about the head of a small jewelry store with a staff of no more than 5-7 people. It’s a completely different matter if you are the director (owner) of a large network and periodically hold meetings with a large number of employees and receive partners. Then, of course, you need a larger office that can be used for large meetings if necessary.
So, the main factor that needs to be taken into account when planning a space for an office is whether meetings and business meetings will be held there, and if so, what is the maximum number of potential participants. The question of what exactly you need to have on hand in your office is also important. For example, a safe or for directors of jewelry factories - display cases with product samples. For store managers, displays can also be important if they plan, for example, to show the product face to face. Although in the latter case it is much more important to equip a good place for a safe and a place to store store documentation. And meetings with directors of small retail outlets can be held in small offices - especially considering that they are unlikely to be long-term.
Depending on the rank of the manager, the acceptable office area is from 20 to 50 m2, and the height is at least 3.5 m. In this case, the most rational is the rectangular shape of the room with an aspect ratio of 1:2.
Reliable rear
Even if you are sitting facing the door, you still need to take care of the reliability and safety of your “rear”. It is best to have a wall at the back; a good option is a spacious window with a view of skyscrapers or mountains, which will provide reliable support and support for the owner of the room.
The office in the next photo was furnished by Matilda Rose Interiors. The room turned out to be very lively and original, thanks to the stylish wallpaper with images of trees, as well as wall-mounted ladder shelves on which you can place books, documents, CDs and other items. The interior of the office in the photo is dominated by natural wood, and the room itself is made in light beige and brown tones.
Wood wallpaper is a great addition to your office.
Color solutions
The top manager's office is a special room where important business decisions are made. Therefore, it is important to think through the color palette in such a way that you can focus on solving the most important problems.
Designers recommend using natural shades to the maximum: greenish, gray, brown and beige. This not only adds style to the room, but also prepares visitors for work.
The predominance of pastel colors alone is undesirable, as they create a romantic atmosphere that is far from satisfying work moments. It is much more correct to play on contrasts. For example, light beige walls go well with dark furniture. The same can be said about upholstered furniture. Comfortable armchairs and sofas, upholstered in dark brown or black leather, create an atmosphere of respectability and pleasantly contrast with light-colored furniture.
Daylight
One of the basic rules is that the office should have as many spacious windows as possible up to the floor, without partitions or heavy curtains, so that the room is illuminated with natural light during the day and is also well ventilated.
Do not create an enclosed room without windows or with windows tightly closed with blinds or heavy curtains; natural light is much better than artificial lighting. The problem of glare on a computer or laptop monitor can be quickly solved by properly positioning the desktop or purchasing a computer with a matte screen.
The next office was furnished by Feng Shui & Living. The room turned out to be spacious, bright and comfortable, thanks to large windows reaching the floor, filling the room with sunlight, and large living plants in pots and vases.
A bright, spacious office filled with positive Qi energy.
Finishing
Finishing materials are selected in such a way as to guarantee, along with beauty, a healthy microclimate in office premises.
Flooring
The best option is to use natural parquet or laminate. It is important that the coating is laid efficiently, without distortions. A good solution is to use floor coverings. They muffle extraneous sounds and at the same time look very respectable. If the carpet completely covers the floor, it is better to choose a synthetic product with a short pile, as it is much easier to care for. High-quality floor tiles are suitable for the office of the chief physician of the clinic.
Walls
At the rough finishing stage, the walls are carefully leveled. An important point is the use of modern sound insulation. The choice of a specific finishing material depends on the style of the wardrobe as a whole. For a classic interior, wallpaper with a soft pattern or decorative natural panels are suitable. Art Nouveau, ethno and many modern interiors are associated with textured monochrome roll materials.
Ceiling
It can be used when dividing space into zones. For open space, the design of single-level ceilings is optimal. A clear division into zones provides for a two-level design.
Furniture
When designing the director's office, the designer faces a difficult task. Firstly, the furniture should match the style of the office as a whole. Secondly, it must be luxurious and high-ranking, more expensive than in the offices of department heads or chief accountants.
You can also judge a company by its interior decoration. Cabinets and tables made of ash, walnut or oak, furniture made of solid leather indicate a commitment to tradition and the stability of the company's financial condition. On the contrary, metal parts, an abundance of plastic and glass, or, conversely, a minimalist interior that is strict to the point of asceticism indicates that the director is capable of making quick and sometimes non-standard decisions. But in any case, no matter what option you choose, remember: there is no place for cheap sets in the director’s office.
Artificial lighting in the office
In addition to the main office lighting, the desktop is equipped with individual lighting fixtures.
The basic rules for office lighting practice are as follows
- The light should not be too bright or dim. The standard cabin lighting is 300-500 lux. In practice, lamps in the office are installed not under the ceiling, but at the workplace.
- For office lighting, it is better to choose lamps with warm light. Warm light is better for the eyes than cold light.
- The surface should not be reflective. Bright light is distracting and negatively affects a person's vision. Therefore, it is better to use materials with a non-glossy or matte surface in the interior. For all hobs, the defect rate should be 20-50%.
- It is not allowed to use colored lamps in the office, for example, with blue, red and other shades. The light should be as close to natural as possible.
- General and individual lighting is usually installed in the office. A spotlight or lamp is installed at the workplace.
- Lighting sources are located so that light does not enter the eyes when working at a desk. However, it is important to provide light so that your shadow does not fall on the work surface.
- Lights should not flicker or flicker.
Decor and accessories
Don't ignore accessories and lighting fixtures when decorating your manager's office. First of all, they think about lighting the work area. If a central chandelier is used, a table lamp or floor lamp must be present.
It is important to properly organize the light in the work area.
The light must be evenly distributed over the entire area, otherwise the atmosphere may cause discomfort.
Despite the fact that the interior of the manager’s office should be strict, this does not exclude the need to place decorative elements and accessories. They complement the atmosphere and make the design harmonious and cozy.
There are a lot of ideas for the interior, the main thing is the right combination of shades.
One of the principles is to add a taste that will speak to the owner of the toilet.
The most popular types of accessories often include:
- A kind of wall or pendulum clock;
- High-quality designer stationery (diaries, pens, pencil sharpeners, holders);
- Paintings;
- Vases with flowers (they can be either fresh, dry or artificial).
It is better for a woman to choose tables and other furniture in light colors using glass.
But under no circumstances should curtains be the center of attention. They should be concise, unobtrusive and unobtrusive in design. You can use comfortable curtains or curtains. Fabrics must be handled with care.
Decorative accessories will add harmony to the furniture.
Table sconces are suitable as light sources.
More living plants and flowers
Modern classrooms and offices are literally overflowing with negative energy emitted by printers, computers, laptops and other modern equipment.
Living plants help get rid of this negative energy and balance yin and yang: a tropical palm tree in the corner of the office, lush green grass in a small pot on the desktop, ficus on the windowsill - these and other plants will enliven the office, making it much more comfortable and cozy.
Harmonious office according to Feng Shui.
Feng Shui table and workplace
Since we all spend a lot of time at work, it is very important to place ourselves in such a way as to feel comfortable and perceive the energy of a beneficial direction for us. This is easier to achieve if you work in a separate office. But even if you have to share an office with employees, you can still find a suitable place for yourself.
The main rule of Feng Shui is that the environment should be comfortable. You are unlikely to feel comfortable sitting with your back to a window or door - in such a position a person is potentially vulnerable, and therefore experiences involuntary anxiety. Too much sunlight reflecting off a computer screen can cause headaches. Place a flower on the windowsill or block the window with some piece of furniture, unless it makes you feel cramped.
The best place for a desk is diagonally opposite the door, where you can see everyone entering. If several people work in one room, then this favorable place should be reserved for the senior person so that he is less disturbed over trifles. The person sitting directly opposite the door will be in the “line of fire.” In general, an employee sitting close to the door will have little pleasure in work, since he will be constantly distracted by people coming and going. Most likely, he will not stay at his job for long. Who would like the fact that pencils and pens are constantly being dragged from the table and papers are scattered?
Direction in space
In Feng Shui, even the smallest details are important and must be paid attention to. So, if you work on a laptop or computer, place it in the west or north of the room, which will help make working on the computer more productive and faster. Pay attention to your view from the open door: when you are sitting at your desk, you should not see stairs, long corridors, a toilet, a storage room and other utility rooms, which will distract from work and fill the room with unwanted energy, it is best in this case to keep the door is closed all the time. It is also necessary to decorate the corner of the room that you see as soon as you enter the room, do not leave it empty. An empty corner accumulates negative energy and drives away good and positive energy.
Stylish office with wood panels.
Bright office made of natural wood.
At the round table
The location of the boss is important not only in terms of his workplace. Communication between the boss and employees often takes place through joint meetings: presentations, plans, reports. Here, too, it is important to consider how the boss's location is located.
Typically, CEOs prefer to sit at the head of the table. But this is fundamentally wrong. Hierarchy emerges again. The ideal option is a round table meeting. It eradicates any inequality and puts all participants on the same level.
But round tables are not suitable for everyone. They simply may not fit into the office design. Then experts advise not to highlight the main place at all. All chairs need to be moved to the sides.
Mirrors and photographs
Mirrors in the office can play both a positive and negative role. It is not advisable to place mirrors in the office; you should not constantly see your reflection while working at the table, which can greatly distract from work. However, mirrors can also play into the hands of the office owner. So, if you have no way to place a table facing the door, and you sit with your back to the entrance, then hang a mirror on the wall, in the reflection of which you will always see the person entering, so you will feel safe. As for photographs, family photos on the table will always remind you of happy moments and experiences, will help you relax during breaks from work and dream, and will cheer up the owner of the office.
In the photo below we see an office in which the entire wall is covered with happy photographs and favorite paintings of the owner of the house.
Stylish office of a modern home.
Features of the interior of the manager's office: techniques for decorating the room
When designing an office for any category of managers, the following principles should be taken into account:
- room zoning. The following corners should be present: a meeting area where a large table, many chairs, a whiteboard for demonstrations, a projector and other display methods will be placed; the main place where there is a personal workplace with a computer desk or desk, cabinets and shelves for documents, a safe; an area for meeting visitors and business guests with a comfortable sofa, armchairs and a coffee table;
- view of the director's room. Style: business, strict, practical, comfortable. You can make small personal changes: hang letters, certificates of honor or photographs of famous people in the profession on the walls. Painting your workplace will add variety to the interior. Make sure the office is well lit, both with natural light and with lamps and lamps;
- presence of branding. A large to medium-sized company most likely produces merchandise in the form of pens, notepads, flags, and other office supplies bearing the company logo. By adding such things to the interior, you can emphasize the status of a leader.
Women's office
Central office interior design woman
The mobile phone is the face of the head. In addition to the above items, it must be kept clean and tidy. Try not to waste paper or utensils, and make sure your outerwear is always in the designated place.
Interior design of an executive office with a carved table
For a man
If a woman, even the head of a company, has a sentimental heart, then men for the most part do not sin. For this reason, the office of a top manager should reflect the decisive, purposeful, somewhat brutal character of a person, a persistent desire to achieve the desired goal in various ways. Internal elements should indicate, if not the rapid prosperity of the company, then its stable financial position. Massive and expensive furniture, massive and expensive floors, structured materials for wall decoration are the attributes of a male director’s office.
For adherents of the classic style, a set made of expensive wood, finished with gilding and (or) carvings will suit you. Heavy wooden cabinets, a large table, upholstered furniture with leather upholstery - all this exudes luxury, wealth, desire for comfort and conservatism (in the best sense).
Young and energetic directors working in the field of information technology or high technology prefer high-tech or, alternatively, minimalism. The ascetic atmosphere, practically devoid of decorations, is softened by the bright plastic furniture, the shine of chromed metal and the noble shine of glass. Abstract posters in a modern style are suitable for a complete picture of the interior.
For woman
The main thing that distinguishes the “feminine” studio interior is lightness and grace. Therefore, women often prefer modern design rather than conservative classics with its heavy and slightly ostentatious luxury. Unlike the stronger sex, women know how to choose accents. For example, bright curtains and/or leather furniture in rich shades look great against a backdrop of neutral tones. Plastic, glass and other “high-tech” materials are successfully replacing traditional wood, chipboard and MDF.
Of course, the office of a female boss should not only be cozy and beautiful, but also extremely functional. Shelves for storing business documents, comfortable upholstered furniture and, of course, the boss’s desk are all necessary attributes of the room. Consider the basic requirements for various interior items.
- Of course, the main element of the office is the desk. Furniture with a glass tabletop will fit perfectly into a modern interior in the style of hi-tech, techno or minimalism. A wooden product decorated with carvings is suitable for interiors in baroque, classic or modern style. Recently, the “loft” style has been gaining popularity - deliberately abstract and at the same time luxuriously bourgeois. In this case, the best solution would be a piece of untreated wood of more expensive varieties.
- The attached briefing allows for express meetings in the office.
- A conference table is necessary for meetings with business partners. It can be round, square or oval.
- Armchair. A woman leader spends a significant part of her day in it. Therefore, it should be not only beautiful, but also comfortable.
Whatever finishing style is chosen, the furniture must be of the highest quality. If this is neglected, the company's impression will, to put it mildly, not be the best. Unfortunately, bosses have irregular work schedules, so a rest area is needed. Here you can place a coffee table and a set of comfortable upholstered furniture. Beautiful figurines, decorative pillows, paintings, photos of children on the table and plants in elegant flowerpots give the furniture originality and uniqueness. An aquarium with exotic fish is not only a beautiful, but also a useful element of the interior. Watching fish play calms you down and prepares you for positive emotions.
Manager's office with rest room
Office for the deputy
Office of the Deputy Chief
Armstrong ceiling element
Office of the Deputy Chief
Window decoration and radiator screen
Perfect order
Scattered things, folders, papers, wires sticking out everywhere interfere not only with the flow of positive Qi energy, but also distract from work.
There should always be order in the office; it is best to hide wires and cords on the floor or under the carpet, so that energy will circulate freely around the room, and it will be easier and calmer for the owner of the office to work, since he will always know where the necessary papers and documents are.
A bright and positive home office.
Stylish and cozy office according to the basic principles of Feng Shui.
Be closer to the people
Ideally, the boss’s work in an open space will be associated with some innovative approaches that he wants to introduce into the company’s work. If you place a leader inside the team, where he lives and breathes the corporate culture, he will receive positive results.
For example, a boss is working in an open space to implement new software. Why not immediately show employees what they have to work with? Such openness of management inspires the trust of subordinates.
There is an informal exchange of information between employees and the boss, who is not locked in his office, but is within sight. Such informal communication most strongly strengthens corporate spirit.
