The Smarter Kitchen: Work From Home Kitchen Designs

Whether you’re looking for a place to sit down and work from home or you have a family with children needing a dedicated space for homework, it seems now more than ever that the kitchen is a logical place to set up a home office. The kitchen usually offers larger surface areas in which you can spread out, there are plenty of outlets for technology, and good lighting that lends itself not only to cooking but for working too. However, you might find it necessary to make some changes in order to organize the spot you’ll be working in. With a little extra creativity and some help from our kitchen design experts, you can create the perfect workspace.

Everyone has different needs, perhaps you only require a small space for a laptop and a notepad or maybe you need access to a desktop computer and require a lot of other supplies. You may need to make some alterations to the current layout of your kitchen. Here are a few things to keep in mind when designing your new kitchen:

Consider the corners. Corners that serve no other purpose other than empty space are easy to convert and usually doesn’t involve any structural changes. Simply add a small desk and chair and you’re literally in business. You might also consider adding some floating shelves above the desk or even a wall cabinet that matches your current décor.

Extending the countertops can create a larger surface area with plenty of space underneath for storage and all you’ll need to do is add a few bar stools and you’re ready to get going.

Have a pantry or closet in the kitchen that you can clear out? Oftentimes closets are just the right width for a desk and or cabinet you can use as a workstation.

You might also consider a space in the hallway beside the kitchen where you can add a desk and cabinets that match your kitchen so it blends seamlessly.

Remember to talk to your designer about other essentials like adding some extra lighting or outlets. For more information about converting your kitchen into a suitable and useful work from home space talk to the experts at Mr. Cabinet Care! Book an appointment today by calling 800-791-2129 or fill out the form below to book an appointment online.