If you have the flexibility in your job to work from home either on a part-time or full-time basis, you’ll want to make sure your home is appropriately suited to that task. After all, the typical house is not designed like an office, so you might find yourself struggling to find a suitable space to get things done. The design phase of a custom home project is the perfect time to think about your work needs and how they can be served with a dedicated office.

 

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A Dedicated Home Office

Okay, so this one might be pretty obvious, but it’s the best place to start. If you know you’ll be working from home in this new custom residence, be sure that an office is included in the floorplan. Ideally, this won’t be a shared space that serves other functions – it’s best if it is just an office and nothing else. Remember that you’ll need room for not only your desk, but also some storage, décor, chairs and everything you need for a complete office.

 

One other thing to consider when working on the floor plan is whether or not you will be welcoming clients or other guests to your office on occasion. If so, make sure they can access the office without having to walk through the rest of the house to get there. An entrance from the exterior would be ideal if you’ll be having people come into your office regularly.

 

Office Features to Upgrade the Space

Now that it’s been established that you need a home office, you can turn your attention to nice upgrade features to add to that part of the home. You might not be interested in all of the ideas below, but at least one or two of them may make their way onto your wish list.

 

• Great WiFi. You’ll want to have excellent service in this part of the house for making calls, streaming videos, etc. You could design the house to have your WiFi originate in the office, or you could use a booster to make sure you have all the speed you need.
• Block out the sound. Use extra insulation or soundproofing materials to cut out noise from the rest of the house. One of the challenges that come with working from home can be ignoring everything you are hearing – that is made easier if you can’t hear those noises in the first place.
• Big windows. Most people spend a lot of time in their office each week. To make that time more enjoyable, add plenty of windows for natural light. And, if your property has a view, feature that view to upgrade your office even further.

 

As you prepare to get started on an exciting custom home project, finding the right builder is of utmost importance – and that’s where Don Mills comes into the picture. Get in touch with Don Mills today to take the first step toward your dream home!