Between work, school, and driving the kids around to all of their afterschool activities, you may not have much time for thinking about your living space, let alone doing anything with it. However, changing your living space to suit your lifestyle can make everything else in your life easier to deal with.
Make Your Workspace Work
According to estimates, about 25% of American workers currently work from home. If you are one of them, building a workspace that works for you can improve your quality of life. The most important aspect of your workspace is that it is separate from your living space. This will help you avoid distractions, keep your work organized and improve your productivity. Additionally, it helps keep your work from creeping into your personal time.
Create Kids Rooms That Are Fun and Functional
Keep your design simple and age-appropriate. This provides more room to study and play and avoids filling up the room with decor that your child may outgrow. If you have young children, you may want to focus more on fostering play, while teenagers might need a room that provides them with privacy and a distraction-free space to study.
Make Your House Party Central
The exact details of the perfect home for entertaining depend on who you are entertaining and what your interests are. However, in general, focus on creating a space that is welcoming. Organize your home so that guests aren’t constantly hunting for things. Keep your home smelling nice, but avoid overwhelming scents that may be an issue for guests with allergies or sensitivities to artificial smells. Make sure your home gives a good first impression by painting the outside, decluttering the yard, and putting out an attractive doormat.
Design a Space for Relaxation
Neutral palettes are a good choice for creating a relaxing atmosphere. You can add clusters of color to punch things up. If you don’t have a fireplace, consider adding an electric fireplace. Utilize different types of lighting, such as candles, natural light, and task lighting. Add a relaxing scent to your home by using scented candles or an oil diffuser or placing fresh flowers in your home.
Gather Your Tools
If you need to make massive changes to your current space for it to fit your needs, consider what tools and resources you’ll need to complete the job. Home repair and remodeling jobs large and small require the right tools to make them go smoothly, so chances are you’ll be heading to a big home improvement store to gather what you need.
If you find you are spending your days rushing from one thing to the next, it is easy to overlook the ways your living space may be adding stress to your life. Taking some time to change your environment to work better for you will pay off in the long run.
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