{"id":2534,"date":"2015-09-30T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2015-09-30T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.recomn.com\/blog\/?p=2534"},"modified":"2024-09-29T10:01:16","modified_gmt":"2024-09-29T02:01:16","slug":"home-office-design-malaysia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/home-office-design-malaysia\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Set Up the Ultimate Home Office Design in Malaysia"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>I&#8217;m going to tell you the biggest misconception about working from a home office&#8230;<\/p>\n<p>You might think that working from home means you can save on travel costs, run errands in the middle of the day, and spend more time with your family, right?<\/p>\n<p>While all the above is true, there&#8217;s a problem. <em>They don&#8217;t mean a thing if you&#8217;re not ACTUALLY getting any work done.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>In fact, <strong>there&#8217;s only one way to get any work\u00a0done at home<\/strong>&#8230; Ready for it?<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>If you want to be an effective home worker, you need to create a &#8220;zone of productivity&#8221; around you.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>That&#8217;s it. Simple, isn&#8217;t it? That means no kids, no Candy Crush, no distractions.<\/p>\n<p>The right home office ensures that you maintain a high level of productivity, just like you would if you were at the office.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-white ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6abcdf9672f16\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6abcdf9672f16\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/home-office-design-malaysia\/#How_to_Build_Your_Most_Productive_Home_Office_Design_Ever\" >How to Build Your Most Productive Home Office Design Ever<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/home-office-design-malaysia\/#Step_1_Find_the_best_location_in_your_home\" >Step 1: Find the best location in your home<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/home-office-design-malaysia\/#Step_2_Pick_a_suitable_wall_colour_or_wall_decoration\" >Step 2: Pick a suitable wall colour or wall decoration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/home-office-design-malaysia\/#Step_3_Adjust_your_climate_for_comfort\" >Step 3: Adjust your climate for comfort<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/home-office-design-malaysia\/#Step_4_Block_out_external_noise\" >Step 4: Block out external noise<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/home-office-design-malaysia\/#Step_5_Install_lots_of_power_points\" >Step 5: Install lots of power points<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/home-office-design-malaysia\/#Step_6_Get_a_fast_Internet_connection\" >Step 6: Get a fast Internet connection<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/home-office-design-malaysia\/#Step_7_Never_sacrifice_ergonomics\" >Step 7: Never sacrifice ergonomics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/home-office-design-malaysia\/#Step_8_Get_organised_with_lots_of_shelves_and_storage_space\" >Step 8: Get organised with lots of shelves and storage space<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/home-office-design-malaysia\/#Step_9_Good_lighting_helps_set_the_mood\" >Step 9: Good lighting helps set the mood<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/home-office-design-malaysia\/#Step_10_Inject_your_personality\" >Step 10: Inject your personality<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/home-office-design-malaysia\/#Now_make_your_home_office_awesome\" >Now make your home office awesome!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Build_Your_Most_Productive_Home_Office_Design_Ever\"><\/span>How to Build Your Most Productive Home Office Design Ever<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Since <a href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=How%20to%20Set%20Up%20the%20Ultimate%20Home%20Office%20Design%20in%20Malaysia%20main%20page\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Recommend.my<\/a> is also a small business with many remote workers, we asked our friends and colleagues for the best tips to setup the ultimate home office design.<\/p>\n<p>Then, we took all the information and cut it down to 10 essential steps. Follow these steps, and you will have an awesome home office interior design that let&#8217;s you stay productive, and looks great on Instagram. Let&#8217;s go!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_1_Find_the_best_location_in_your_home\"><\/span>Step 1: Find the best location in your home<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Your home is a sanctuary for you and your family, but it doesn\u2019t mean you can simply do your work at any section of your house.<\/p>\n<p>You need to be able to switch on and switch off, so find a spot where it becomes obvious that, when you&#8217;re there, you&#8217;re saying to everyone , &#8220;I&#8217;m working now&#8221;.<\/p>\n<p>Ideally, you want an entire room where you can close the door and isolate yourself.\u00a0Your home office can also be in your bedroom. But if you share the bedroom with someone else, they will not appreciate you doing work late at night.<\/p>\n<p>If you can&#8217;t spare an extra room, then find a spot with less\u00a0foot traffic. People have converted narrow hallways, dining room corners; even the space under staircases.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_3121\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3121\" style=\"width: 791px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"http:\/\/recomn.com\/businesses\/mil-design-construction-sdn-bhd\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3121 size-full\" src=\"http:\/\/www.recomn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/1522682_1444026989161067_178043172_o.jpg\" alt=\"&quot;Living in a small space does not mean you should compromise on design. We maximized the space in this apartment by using the dead space between the bathroom and the bedroom, by creating a study area.&quot; - MIL Design, Kelana Jaya\" width=\"791\" height=\"462\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/1522682_1444026989161067_178043172_o.jpg 791w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/1522682_1444026989161067_178043172_o-218x127.jpg 218w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/1522682_1444026989161067_178043172_o-514x300.jpg 514w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/1522682_1444026989161067_178043172_o-274x160.jpg 274w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/1522682_1444026989161067_178043172_o-696x407.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 791px) 100vw, 791px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-3121\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">&#8220;Living in a small space does not mean you should compromise on design. We maximized the space in this apartment by using the dead space between the bathroom and the bedroom, by creating a study area.&#8221; &#8211; <a href=\"http:\/\/recomn.com\/businesses\/mil-design-construction-sdn-bhd\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">MIL Design and Construction<\/a>, Kelana Jaya. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/MILDESIGNCONSTRUCTION\/photos\/pb.1434575263439573.-2207520000.1444024023.\/1444026989161067\/?type=3&amp;theater\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Source<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_3129\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3129\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"http:\/\/recomn.com\/businesses\/team-bj-design-contracts\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-3129\" src=\"http:\/\/www.recomn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/teambj-study.jpg\" alt=\"An innovative workspace built into the back of the headboard of this four-poster bed. Design by Team BJ Design, Masai, Johor\" width=\"1000\" height=\"497\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/teambj-study.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/teambj-study-218x108.jpg 218w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/teambj-study-604x300.jpg 604w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/teambj-study-322x160.jpg 322w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/teambj-study-696x346.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-3129\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">An innovative workspace built into the back of the headboard of this four-poster bed. Design by <a href=\"http:\/\/recomn.com\/businesses\/team-bj-design-contracts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Team BJ Design<\/a>, Masai, Johor. Source: <i>teambjdesign<\/i><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Once you identify a suitable location, it&#8217;s time to think about your walls&#8230;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_2_Pick_a_suitable_wall_colour_or_wall_decoration\"><\/span>Step 2: Pick a suitable wall colour or wall decoration<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Unless you have a window with a panoramic view, chances are your workspace will be facing a wall. And you will be looking at that wall all day.<\/p>\n<p>Why not brighten that wall with colours that can boost productivity? According to a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/229586737_Work_week_productivity_visual_complexity_and_individual_environmental_sensitivity_in_three_offices_of_different_color_interiors\">study<\/a>\u00a0from the University of Texas, the best colours to increase efficiency and productivity were blue and green. Yellow on the other hand triggers innovation and red\u00a0\u00a0is said to stimulate emotion and passion.\u00a0You can check <a href=\"https:\/\/assets.entrepreneur.com\/static\/1425920680-info.jpg\">this infographic<\/a> to understand how colours impact productivity.<\/p>\n<p>You can also decorate your walls with inspirational images and quotes. Or, if you want a workspace with a view, you can create custom-made vertical blinds to give you a nature backdrop.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_3120\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3120\" style=\"width: 486px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"http:\/\/recomn.com\/businesses\/msr-design\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-3120\" src=\"http:\/\/www.recomn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/11075140_564301470378527_1233875833_n.jpg\" alt=\"Study design in the bedroom with blue wall colour. Built by LNNS Construction and Renovation, Taman Tun Dr Ismail.\" width=\"486\" height=\"648\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/11075140_564301470378527_1233875833_n.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/11075140_564301470378527_1233875833_n-113x150.jpg 113w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/11075140_564301470378527_1233875833_n-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/11075140_564301470378527_1233875833_n-600x800.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/11075140_564301470378527_1233875833_n-120x160.jpg 120w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/11075140_564301470378527_1233875833_n-696x928.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 486px) 100vw, 486px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-3120\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Simply study designed in the bedroom with blue wall colour. Built by <a href=\"http:\/\/recomn.com\/businesses\/lnns-construction-renovations-sdn-bhd-primo-interiors-furniture-enterprise\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">LNNS Construction and Renovation,<\/a> Taman Tun Dr Ismail. <a href=\"http:\/\/recomn.com\/businesses\/lnns-construction-renovations-sdn-bhd-primo-interiors-furniture-enterprise\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Source<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_3130\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3130\" style=\"width: 1165px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"http:\/\/recomn.com\/businesses\/lb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-3130\" src=\"http:\/\/www.recomn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/10857251_683576881753184_6478819417538441149_o.jpg\" alt=\"Vertical blinds with nature scene for productive home office setting. Curtain and Blinds specialist: LB Century, Seremban\" width=\"1165\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/10857251_683576881753184_6478819417538441149_o.jpg 1165w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/10857251_683576881753184_6478819417538441149_o-218x150.jpg 218w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/10857251_683576881753184_6478819417538441149_o-437x300.jpg 437w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/10857251_683576881753184_6478819417538441149_o-1000x687.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/10857251_683576881753184_6478819417538441149_o-233x160.jpg 233w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/10857251_683576881753184_6478819417538441149_o-696x478.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1165px) 100vw, 1165px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-3130\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Vertical blinds with nature scene for productive home office setting. Curtain and Blinds specialist: <a href=\"http:\/\/recomn.com\/businesses\/lb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">LB Century<\/a>, Seremban. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/lbwallpaper\/photos\/a.535981759846031.1073741831.429549017155973\/683576881753184\/?type=3&amp;theater\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Source<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_3_Adjust_your_climate_for_comfort\"><\/span>Step 3: Adjust your climate for comfort<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Everyone knows that when you work in an office, the temperature is never &#8220;just right&#8221;. Most of the time, it&#8217;s freezing cold.<\/p>\n<p>But in a home office, you can set the temperature, humidity and ventilation the way you like.<\/p>\n<p>Here are some considerations:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Temperature<\/strong><br \/>\nMake sure your workspace is not exposed to direct afternoon or evening sunlight. The walls and the floor will retain that heat and release it in the late evening, making you very uncomfortable if you work later at night.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ventilation<\/strong><br \/>\nIf you choose a quiet corner, keep it ventilated by installing a ceiling or wall fan. You can find reliable contractors in Malaysia\u00a0to\u00a0help you install\u00a0a support beam for a ceiling fan, as well as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/electrical?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=How%20to%20Set%20Up%20the%20Ultimate%20Home%20Office%20Design%20in%20Malaysia%20Electrician\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">a recommended electrician<\/a> to extend your wiring so you can position your fan at just the right spot.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Humidity<\/strong><br \/>\nIf\u00a0a fan is not enough, then you need air-conditioning to dry the air. Make sure to find a recommended aircon specialist to help you find an aircon unit with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.energystar.gov\/index.cfm?c=roomac.pr_properly_sized\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">right amount of cooling power<\/a>, install it, and provide you with a proper maintenance plan.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_3126\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3126\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"http:\/\/recomn.com\/businesses\/nl-innovations\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-3126\" src=\"http:\/\/www.recomn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/NLinnovations.jpg\" alt=\"Creating a functional workspace in a confined area and keeping it cool with air-conditioning. Built by NL Innovations, Ipoh\" width=\"1200\" height=\"892\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/NLinnovations.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/NLinnovations-202x150.jpg 202w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/NLinnovations-404x300.jpg 404w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/NLinnovations-1000x743.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/NLinnovations-215x160.jpg 215w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/NLinnovations-696x517.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-3126\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Creating a functional workspace in a confined area and keeping it cool with air-conditioning. Built by <a href=\"http:\/\/recomn.com\/businesses\/nl-innovations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">NL Innovations<\/a>, Ipoh. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.nlinnovations.com\/2014\/09\/tiny-rooms-with-maximum-storage-by-nl.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Source<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_4_Block_out_external_noise\"><\/span>Step 4: Block out external noise<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Some people need the radio on when they work. Others like complete silence. But we all agree that nobody likes the sound of construction or Mat Rempit outside our window.<\/p>\n<p>If you want to cut out external noise distraction:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Consider insulating the doors and windows of your home office. Some doors and windows come with rubber seals built in, or you can buy some sealing strips\u00a0from the hardware store.<\/li>\n<li>For really noisy locations, double-glazing windows may be an option.<\/li>\n<li>Add heavy curtains for added buffer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Learn more:\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.recomn.com\/5-ways-to-block-traffic-noise-in-your-home-and-shortening-your-life\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">5 Ways to Block Traffic Noise in Your Home<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Instead of soundproofing the room, you can also invest in a comfortable pair of headphones with active noise cancellation features. Unlike passive noise cancellation headphones (which basically uses padding to plug up your ears as tightly as possible), active noise cancellation listens to the sound coming to your ears, and plays an &#8220;anti-sound&#8221; to cancel them out.<\/p>\n<p>Now that we&#8217;ve got the environment of your home office settled, it&#8217;s time to look at amenities.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_3124\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3124\" style=\"width: 960px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"http:\/\/recomn.com\/businesses\/qm-design-sdn-bhd\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-3124\" src=\"http:\/\/www.recomn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/1525777_464071137027050_2001784633_n.jpg\" alt=\"Wooden flooring, textured wallpaper, and day curtains all help to reduce external noise. Bedroom workspace design by QM Design, Puchong\" width=\"960\" height=\"639\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/1525777_464071137027050_2001784633_n.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/1525777_464071137027050_2001784633_n-218x145.jpg 218w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/1525777_464071137027050_2001784633_n-451x300.jpg 451w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/1525777_464071137027050_2001784633_n-240x160.jpg 240w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/1525777_464071137027050_2001784633_n-696x463.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-3124\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Wooden flooring, textured wallpaper, and day curtains all help to reduce external noise. Bedroom workspace design by <a href=\"http:\/\/recomn.com\/businesses\/qm-design-sdn-bhd\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">QM Design<\/a>, Puchong. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/qmilagrodesign\/photos\/ms.c.eJw9y8ENACEMA8GOkIODTfpvDIh09xytNpVQrU0Vt~_fIttiW246IZ0d9pjGNhb~_Dwh0OhuUQCA~-~-.bps.a.444986505602180.1073741829.414313858669445\/464071137027050\/?type=3&amp;theater\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Source<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_5_Install_lots_of_power_points\"><\/span>Step 5: Install lots of power points<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You can never have enough power points. Under my desk right now, I have plugged in the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>desk lamp<\/li>\n<li>phone charger<\/li>\n<li>desktop<\/li>\n<li>monitor<\/li>\n<li>speakers<\/li>\n<li>printer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>That&#8217;s a lot. And it&#8217;s not even counting the extra points needed when I use my laptop.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s not a good idea to daisy chain several extension cables and three-way adaptors together as this could lead to a short circuit or overload. And even if you use just on extension cord, you have to keep the extra wires tidy to avoid tripping over them.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The best way to set this up:\u00a0<\/strong>Ask for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/electrical?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=How%20to%20Set%20Up%20the%20Ultimate%20Home%20Office%20Design%20in%20Malaysia%20Electrician\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">a recommended electrician<\/a> to install more built-in sockets into your wall. You can conceal the wiring by hacking into the wall, or simply covering it up with PVC conduit.<\/p>\n<p>A qualified electrician will also be able to work out the maximum electrical load, so you don&#8217;t trip the circuit breakers.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_3125\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3125\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"http:\/\/recomn.com\/businesses\/victorix-interior-design-3196\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-3125\" src=\"http:\/\/www.recomn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/1907369_1566255630256196_9005170983686471555_n.jpg\" alt=\"Multiple power sockets placed at desk level make it easy to plug in all your work appliances in this home office. Built by Victorix Interior Design, Bayan Lepas.\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/1907369_1566255630256196_9005170983686471555_n.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/1907369_1566255630256196_9005170983686471555_n-200x150.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/1907369_1566255630256196_9005170983686471555_n-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/1907369_1566255630256196_9005170983686471555_n-213x160.jpg 213w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/1907369_1566255630256196_9005170983686471555_n-696x522.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-3125\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Multiple power sockets placed at desk level make it easy to plug in all your work appliances in this home office. Built by <a href=\"http:\/\/recomn.com\/businesses\/victorix-interior-design-3196\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Victorix Interior Design<\/a>, Bayan Lepas. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/1436700623211698\/photos\/ms.c.eJxFkdttwDAMAzcq9KSs~;RdrJJfuZw48kXA0AUuHoc0F~;qMLQnKBCYF~;Hwk3EMQo1ucpJZOw0wQtnqch9gdSrmJUUnsSWQ9E7A1NAmytNmuzrqJUIKtoUoH6tBxlLcxG~_fYR~_C5V41JELtAgyKvEU3pbBGwp2xvivHFqluY5XNp6QTxgmGHRVLp6wX~_iL~_AjQ7TmRoUR7G~;42l8iahSvQwCbBLp~_AXKpYFE~-.bps.a.1566253573589735.1073741832.1436700623211698\/1566255630256196\/?type=3&amp;theater\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Source<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_6_Get_a_fast_Internet_connection\"><\/span>Step 6: Get a fast Internet connection<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This is a big one. If you rely on the Internet to work (and we all do), you need to invest in a high-speed subscription. Depending on your area and type of home, you have a choice of Time, UniFi, Streamyx, Yes, P1 and more.<\/p>\n<p>We won&#8217;t go into which subscription plan is better, but regardless of the plan, there is one thing you need to get right:<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Ensure that the wireless signal around your workspace is optimised for minimal interference.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3>Quick tips for minimising wireless interference:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Change your wireless channel<\/strong><br \/>\nYour neighbours are probably using wireless, too. And if you all live in close proximity, their wireless signal may interfere with your own. To fix that, use a phone app like <a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.farproc.wifi.analyzer&amp;hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Wifi Analyzer<\/a> to see what channels they are broadcasting on (typical channels are 1 to 11, and 36 to 161). Then, change your own wireless channel to one that is least crowded.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Move your wireless router away from other appliances<\/strong><br \/>\nOther household appliances can cause interference too. These include microwave ovens and cordless phones.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Place your wireless router high up<\/strong><br \/>\nWireless routers tend to broadcast downwards, so mounting it higher up the wall can help improve the signal reaching your workspace<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you don&#8217;t want to bother with wireless channels and interference (or simply want a dedicated network connection for your home office), you can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/electrical?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=How%20to%20Set%20Up%20the%20Ultimate%20Home%20Office%20Design%20in%20Malaysia%20Electrician\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ask an electrician<\/a> to install a network point directly at your workspace. Or talk to our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/network-cabling?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=How%20to%20Set%20Up%20the%20Ultimate%20Home%20Office%20Design%20in%20Malaysia%20Electrician\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">home broadband experts<\/a> for advice.<\/p>\n<p>If you followed tip #5 above (install lots of power points), then you can consider a\u00a0wired connection over powerline or Broadband-over-Powerline (BoP). This means using the electrical wiring built into your home to send network data.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_3127\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3127\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"http:\/\/recomn.com\/businesses\/be-in-design-solutions\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-3127\" src=\"http:\/\/www.recomn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/lh_kiaramas_06.jpg\" alt=\"With a home office like this, why mess it up with network cables? Design by Be In Design Solutions, Setapak\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/lh_kiaramas_06.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/lh_kiaramas_06-218x145.jpg 218w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/lh_kiaramas_06-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/lh_kiaramas_06-240x160.jpg 240w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-3127\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">With a home office like this, why mess it up with network cables? Design by <a href=\"http:\/\/recomn.com\/businesses\/be-in-design-solutions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Be In Design Solutions<\/a>, Setapak. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bids.com.my\/portfolio.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Source<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_7_Never_sacrifice_ergonomics\"><\/span>Step 7: Never sacrifice ergonomics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Do you get back aches now and then?<\/p>\n<p>Sometimes we get\u00a0so engrossed in our work that we don&#8217;t realise we have been sitting down for hours without a break.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.fastcompany.com\/3035605\/how-to-be-a-success-at-everything\/the-exact-amount-of-time-you-should-work-every-day\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Scientists recommend<\/a>\u00a0the 52\/17 rule when working.<\/strong> Take a 17-minute break for every 52 minutes of working. And by break, we mean getting out of your chair. Don&#8217;t look at cat videos.<\/p>\n<p>You can set your stopwatch for this, but as always, <a href=\"http:\/\/lifehacker.com\/marinara-timer-is-a-flexible-web-based-pomodoro-timer-1191288959\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">there&#8217;s an app for that<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>During the times when you ARE in your chair, consider your sitting posture. Get a comfortable, adjustable chair that keeps your elbows and knees at roughly 90 degrees with your shoulders relaxed at your keyboard.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why not custom-build your workdesk?<\/strong> Instead of buying a workdesk, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/searches?utf8=%E2%9C%93&amp;location=KL%20%2F%20Selangor&amp;name=Renovation%20Contractor&amp;commit=Get%20recommendations&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=How%20to%20Set%20Up%20the%20Ultimate%20Home%20Office%20Design%20in%20Malaysia%20Renovation%20Contractor\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ask a contractor to custom-build a desk with a lower height<\/a> for comfortable typing, and a second level for computer screen at eye level.<\/p>\n<p>The key here is to find the most perfect balance between your chair and your desk. Trust us, your body will thank you later. You can read more about ergonomics <a href=\"https:\/\/www.allbusiness.com\/5-ways-ergonomically-optimize-workspace-22590-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_3123\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3123\" style=\"width: 940px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"http:\/\/recomn.com\/businesses\/design-build-contractor\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-3123\" src=\"http:\/\/www.recomn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/Study-Room-Design-2.jpg\" alt=\"Custom built home office area with lowered desk top and ergonomic chair. Design by Clover Buildcon, Jalan Damansara\" width=\"940\" height=\"624\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/Study-Room-Design-2.jpg 940w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/Study-Room-Design-2-218x145.jpg 218w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/Study-Room-Design-2-452x300.jpg 452w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/Study-Room-Design-2-241x160.jpg 241w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/Study-Room-Design-2-696x462.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-3123\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Custom built home office area with lowered desk top and ergonomic chair. Design by <a href=\"http:\/\/recomn.com\/businesses\/design-build-contractor\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Clover Buildcon<\/a>, Jalan Damansara. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.clovergroup.my\/portfolio\/study-room-design-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Source<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_8_Get_organised_with_lots_of_shelves_and_storage_space\"><\/span>Step 8: Get organised with lots of shelves and storage space<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Now where did I put that folder? Having an organised work space is important in maintaining productivity and boosting efficiency.<\/p>\n<p>The common way to organise your workspace storage is to break it into several zones:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Supply<\/strong> zone for consumables. Paper, stationery, pens, labels, sticky tape, etc.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reference<\/strong> zone for books.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Admin\u00a0\/ archive <\/strong>zone for folders and important documents.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Action<\/strong> zone for items that need your attention, or are waiting for a response. This is usually your desktop itself.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You would typically have one or two open shelves on the wall\u00a0for your frequently-used items as part of your reference zone, followed by closed shelves or drawers for your supply zone, or store them\u00a0in a pedestal next to you. Finally, you would\u00a0keep the rest in closed shelves, and more valuable documents in locked\u00a0drawers in your archive zone.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_3119\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3119\" style=\"width: 521px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"http:\/\/recomn.com\/businesses\/91-design-build-sdn-bhd-3566\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3119 \" src=\"http:\/\/www.recomn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/11390428_761809613940538_5122688340536319056_n.jpg\" alt=\"Workspace at Bayu Puteri 2 Apartments by Ninety One Design &amp; Build.\" width=\"521\" height=\"695\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/11390428_761809613940538_5122688340536319056_n.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/11390428_761809613940538_5122688340536319056_n-113x150.jpg 113w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/11390428_761809613940538_5122688340536319056_n-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/11390428_761809613940538_5122688340536319056_n-600x800.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/11390428_761809613940538_5122688340536319056_n-120x160.jpg 120w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/11390428_761809613940538_5122688340536319056_n-696x928.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 521px) 100vw, 521px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-3119\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Above: Workspace with task lighting, mix of open and closed shelving, and multiple power points at desk level. Built in Bayu Puteri 2 Apartments by <a href=\"http:\/\/recomn.com\/businesses\/91-design-build-sdn-bhd-3566\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ninety One Design &amp; Build<\/a>. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/91designbuild\/photos\/a.761806803940819.1073741856.578242785630556\/761809613940538\/?type=3&amp;theater\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Source<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_9_Good_lighting_helps_set_the_mood\"><\/span>Step 9: Good lighting helps set the mood<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In the old days, one room would simply have one long fluorescent tube with high wattage bathing everything in white daylight.<\/p>\n<p>But now, &#8220;layered lighting&#8221; is the way to go. This means dividing your workspace lighting into:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Ambient lighting<\/li>\n<li>Task lighting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Natural light is ideal for ambient lighting. Some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/blog\/the-athletes-way\/201306\/exposure-natural-light-improves-workplace-performance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">studies show that exposure to natural daylight may help you get 46 more minutes of sleep<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>But, since not all of us have the luxury of renovating our home office to add a skylight, you can position your work station to be as near to a window as possible. However, you should <a href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/curtain?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=How%20to%20Set%20Up%20the%20Ultimate%20Home%20Office%20Design%20in%20Malaysia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">consult with a curtain or blinds specialist<\/a> to\u00a0add day curtains or blinds to block direct sunlight and glare.<\/p>\n<p>For task lighting, LED lighting is the industry standard. Durable and environmentally friendly, LED lights provide flicker-free illumination for your desktop area. LED lights are also <a href=\"http:\/\/www.eledsolutions.com\/?p=2102\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">more cost-effective than CFL bulbs<\/a>, as our friends at <a href=\"http:\/\/recomn.com\/businesses\/eled\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">eLED Sdn Bhd<\/a> explain.<\/p>\n<p>You can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/lighting?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=How%20to%20Set%20Up%20the%20Ultimate%20Home%20Office%20Design%20in%20Malaysia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">speak to a recommended lighting consultant <\/a>who will recommend the right lights and intensity.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/recomn.com\/businesses\/neo-in-design\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-3128\" src=\"http:\/\/www.recomn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/11393166_375748565960280_1405833547765674641_n.jpg\" alt=\"Partition to separate workspace lighting from bedroom area, Design by Neo In Design, Puchong\" width=\"960\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/11393166_375748565960280_1405833547765674641_n.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/11393166_375748565960280_1405833547765674641_n-218x145.jpg 218w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/11393166_375748565960280_1405833547765674641_n-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/11393166_375748565960280_1405833547765674641_n-240x160.jpg 240w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/11393166_375748565960280_1405833547765674641_n-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Partition to separate workspace lighting from bedroom area, Design by <a href=\"http:\/\/recomn.com\/businesses\/neo-in-design\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Neo In Design<\/a>, Puchong. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/NeoInDesiGn\/photos\/a.262461880622283.1073741831.136208443247628\/375748565960280\/?type=3&amp;theater\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Source<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_10_Inject_your_personality\"><\/span>Step 10: Inject your personality<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Now that your ideal home office is almost done, it&#8217;s time to decorate!<\/p>\n<p>You may hold client meetings at your home office, so it&#8217;s important to make an impression.<\/p>\n<p>Adding a few plants to the space will also liven the room with some natural elements, while keeping the air fresh.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_3122\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3122\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"http:\/\/recomn.com\/businesses\/renovation2u\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3122 size-full\" src=\"http:\/\/www.recomn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/11223545_876248542471865_3848133054049927108_o.jpg\" alt=\"Home office design by Renovation2U, Puchong\" width=\"1200\" height=\"981\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/11223545_876248542471865_3848133054049927108_o.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/11223545_876248542471865_3848133054049927108_o-183x150.jpg 183w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/11223545_876248542471865_3848133054049927108_o-367x300.jpg 367w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/11223545_876248542471865_3848133054049927108_o-979x800.jpg 979w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/11223545_876248542471865_3848133054049927108_o-196x160.jpg 196w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/11223545_876248542471865_3848133054049927108_o-696x569.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-3122\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Home office design with textured wall and striking red furniture by <a href=\"http:\/\/recomn.com\/businesses\/renovation2u\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Renovation2U<\/a>, Puchong. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/Alecc.Interior.Design\/photos\/pcb.876248849138501\/876248542471865\/?type=3&amp;theater\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Source<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Now_make_your_home_office_awesome\"><\/span>Now make your home office awesome!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"su-box su-box-style-default\" id=\"\" style=\"border-color:#850037;border-radius:7px;max-width:none\"><div class=\"su-box-title\" style=\"background-color:#B8226a;color:#FFFFFF;border-top-left-radius:5px;border-top-right-radius:5px\">Find Recommended Home 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