Home Office Computer Armoires
Computer Armoires
Before shopping online for a new computer armoire, you might want to spend a few minutes doing some research to figure out what you need. First, consider is how much space you have for your computer armoire. If you are living in a tiny studio apartment, a huge executive style probably isn't the best choice. But if you are working with a small space, you still have a lot of options that provide a lot of surface work area without taking up a lot of floor space. Also consider the size of the computer, printer, fax machine, etc. that needs to be concealed inside office armoires.
Style is another consideration. Computer armoires come in a variety of materials: wood, wood veneer, metal or different combinations of those materials are most common. Matching your computer armoire to your other furniture is a good way to pull a room together. An armoire does a great job of camouflaging your computer, printer, etc. when its not in use, and many also have a slide out keyboard tray for easy concealment. When you are done working, you can fold the desk top, push the keyboard in and close the doors and your room goes from an office to a more formal space.
Also, think about how you might be using the desk. Are you going to be working from home for 8 hours a day or are you only going to be checking email briefly in the evening? If your desk area is going to be heavily used, you'll need your home office computer armoire to be roomy enough to hold paperwork and other relevant work materials. If you are going to use your desk more casually, a smaller option will work fine. The only other thing to consider is office chairs.
Browse the wide variety of computer armoires below.
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Style is another consideration. Computer armoires come in a variety of materials: wood, wood veneer, metal or different combinations of those materials are most common. Matching your computer armoire to your other furniture is a good way to pull a room together. An armoire does a great job of camouflaging your computer, printer, etc. when its not in use, and many also have a slide out keyboard tray for easy concealment. When you are done working, you can fold the desk top, push the keyboard in and close the doors and your room goes from an office to a more formal space.
Also, think about how you might be using the desk. Are you going to be working from home for 8 hours a day or are you only going to be checking email briefly in the evening? If your desk area is going to be heavily used, you'll need your home office computer armoire to be roomy enough to hold paperwork and other relevant work materials. If you are going to use your desk more casually, a smaller option will work fine. The only other thing to consider is office chairs.
Browse the wide variety of computer armoires below.
http://www.pntra.com/t/RUBFREhIREBHSktJQ0BHREZJTA
Feng Shui in Your Home Office
Feng Shui is the ancient Chinese practice of arranging objects in your home or office to make the environment more pleasing and to help you achieve your goals. The idea of creating "positive energy" is central to Feng Shui, and its followers believe it will bring believers health, wealth and luck. Though it might not do all that for everyone, at the very least, it will make your working environment more pleasant.
Don't think Feng Shui has to be complex. You can do a few simple, inexpensive things to make your office more pleasant. In a home office, make sure your bedroom is far from your office. Separate your business life from your personal life at home. Surround yourself with images, colors and items that make you happy. Make sure your office has lots of natural light and bring some plants into your office space.
Placement of computer armoires is also important. Make sure you do not have your back to the door in your office. Don't face a wall while you work, or make the wall "disappear" with a piece of art. The best office space is one that has a regular shape, has at least one window, and a solid door that can close.
Getting rid of clutter is another important Feng Shui tenant. Clutter saps your energy and makes you feel like work is too daunting to ever complete, so clearing away unnecessary papers, books, office supplies, etc. is a good idea. Mark a day on your calendar for "clutter clear away" and stick with it. You'll be more productive in the long run without having intimidating piles everywhere. And, besides, isn't one of the main reasons you like the idea of computer armoires is to hide the clutter? Follow Feng Shui and banish clutter in the entire room, too!
Don't think Feng Shui has to be complex. You can do a few simple, inexpensive things to make your office more pleasant. In a home office, make sure your bedroom is far from your office. Separate your business life from your personal life at home. Surround yourself with images, colors and items that make you happy. Make sure your office has lots of natural light and bring some plants into your office space.
Placement of computer armoires is also important. Make sure you do not have your back to the door in your office. Don't face a wall while you work, or make the wall "disappear" with a piece of art. The best office space is one that has a regular shape, has at least one window, and a solid door that can close.
Getting rid of clutter is another important Feng Shui tenant. Clutter saps your energy and makes you feel like work is too daunting to ever complete, so clearing away unnecessary papers, books, office supplies, etc. is a good idea. Mark a day on your calendar for "clutter clear away" and stick with it. You'll be more productive in the long run without having intimidating piles everywhere. And, besides, isn't one of the main reasons you like the idea of computer armoires is to hide the clutter? Follow Feng Shui and banish clutter in the entire room, too!
