Our home office is so fresh and functional, it's hard to believe that only a day and a half ago it was nothing but a small, plain, not-so-efficient space. This warm, mature look is going to be a big hit with the homeowners -- just as soon as we add the finishing touches!
- The window treatment in a functional, clutter-free office should be easy to take care of and easy on the eyes, so we've chosen a simple bamboo roller shade (figure A). You can line the shade with linen for privacy, if you wish, or make your own shade by stapling fabric to an inexpensive roller.
- Good lighting is essential in any office space (figure B). You may prefer a single fixture or track lighting; for the craft table, a weighted hanging lamp that can be raised and lowered might be a good choice.
Expert tip: Even with a fixture, you’ll need a desk lamp (figure C). It should be low enough to flood the surface with light. A dark-colored glass shade will keep the glare out of your eyes.A grounded surge protector is an absolute necessity for computer equipment and electronics.All that great shelving calls for books, books, books!Artwork and decorative items make any room more livable and more personal (figure D) - -and a home office is no exception.
A computer keyboard slide makes a convenient drawer for storing small craft tools.
Clamp a high-intensity lamp to the side of the craft table for extra light.
RESOURCES :
Tomboy Tools
Tomboy Tools, Inc.
Website: www.tomboys.com
GUESTS :
Donna Babylon
Author / Designer / Owner, Windsor Oak Publishing
Toll-free: 888-919-8227
Fax: 410-848-3293
E-mail: Donna@WindsorOak.com
Amy Calandra
Devine Color
E-mail: info@devinecolor.com
Website: devinecolor.com
Kari Openshaw
Allied ASID Designer
Kara Roberts
Website: smithandnoble.com
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