Have you been enjoying the work from home shift over the past year and found yourself debating making the change more permanent? Plenty of professionals from all over Edmonton have begun to embrace the many benefits that come with working from the comfort of your own home. With the mobile office becoming more popular than ever, there’s never been a better time to consider converting unused space into a home office. As one of the most underutilized spaces in our home, basements are the perfect fit when it comes to crafting the ideal area for at-home work. From a cozy and quiet den that’s great for studying to a more dynamic setup that still allows for privacy when needed, there are endless ways to create the best office for your needs.
If you’re considering creating a home office in your basement, our team is here to help! Peak Improvements is proud to be one of the Edmonton Capital Region’s most trusted team of renovation specialists and has partnered with countless at-home professionals to design a space that’s just right for them. Below, we’ll highlight 5 key areas you’ll want to keep in mind when designing your home office. Read on to learn more!
1. Sound Proofing and insulation
Whether you’re in a commercial space or creating a custom office in your home, two main concerns are soundproofing and insulation. Ensuring that you have enough privacy to conduct meetings while also avoiding annoying echoes and sound transfer from floors above is crucial to creating a home office, as is insulation to keep you comfortable during the colder months. Both of these objectives can be accomplished in multiple ways, from installing solid core doors that block out sound to adding comfort to help keep the area warm and damper noise, adding additional walls where needed, and much more.
2. Lighting
Lighting is a crucial element to any room but becomes even more important in an office context. The right kind of lighting will create ambience while also making sure you have enough brightness and task lighting (thus reducing eye fatigue), partnering together to create a comfortable and functional space. Common lighting features in basement offices include recessed lighting, more ornate features, and other elevated finishing touches.
3. Flooring
Every home office needs the right foundation to start from. Choosing your flooring plays a big part in influencing the overall comfort, feel, and function of your office, and thus should be done carefully. Partnering with Peak’s team of experienced designers makes it easy to find the best fit for the whole home (not just your office), both from a style and budget front.
4. Storage
Never underestimate the value of good storage! Unless you plan on ruining the allure of your home office with a bunch of beat-up cabinets just like the ones you’d find in any other business space, you’re going to want to make sure you have ample storage for your specific needs. From built-in cabinets to bookcases and more, Peak Improvements has your storage needs covered.
5. Flexibility
Finally, you’ll want to consider if you want your home office to be a dedicated workspace 100% of the time, or if you’d like more flexibility for your downtime. Whether you need more room for your hobbies or need to ensure that the kids have enough room to study and play, an office is the perfect flex room that has ample opportunities for you to explore!
Create Your Dream Space With Peak Improvements Today
Ready to build the home office of your dreams? Peak Improvements is here to help! With an experienced team of professionals that have decades of experience and a dedication to providing our customers with exceptional service and results, there’s no time like the present to get started. Ask us about how you can save time and money with our foolproof six-stage process, as well as our Guaranteed Price + No Surprise contract by contacting our team today!