Use every inch
There’s usually a lot more room under your stairs than you think. However, it obviously won’t be like another room so it’s important to maximise the space you have.
The all-important feature will be the desk. Built-in, sturdy desks work well – almost like a big shelf – which can hold your IT equipment but look stylish at the same time. If you have more room, then you may be able to be a bit more creative with your desk choice.
And don’t worry about keeping a chair there all the time if you don’t have room. You can move one from another area of the house, such as the lounge or the kitchen.
Storage
As well as a desk, you could also fit in some small drawers or some shelving to keep all your bits and pieces. Remember that unless you are planning on having a door to your new office, everything will be on show. And therefore drawers, shelves, boxes, and trays come in very handy.
Switch on, light up
A need for any home office is electricity, so if you haven’t already got plug sockets installed there, it’s probably a good idea to do so. And while they’re in, you can get a light installed to brighten up what’s sometimes one of the gloomier areas of the home into a more usable space. What’s more, the space near your stairs will often be near to your Wi-Fi router so you’ll benefit from faster connectivity.
Add some plants
Compliment the area with some greenery to give it a lift. Plants don’t have to be big to make a difference and are known to have a positive impact on mental health. In fact, according to research they can boost creativity by up to 15%.
Make it a multi-purpose area
When you’re not working from home, an area with a desk and good lighting could be perfect for children to do their homework or adults sorting out that important paperwork.
