Tina Martin

Working from home comes with a lot of perks, so it’s no surprise that more and more people are making the change to remote work each year. But in order to maximize the benefits and minimize the challenges, you must designate a workspace that helps you stay focused and productive. And if you own a business and regularly have clients over to your office, you must take their needs into account as well.

One option is to convert your unused garage into a home office. Along with helping you eliminate the distractions that come with working in your primary living area, your garage can give you a clean slate for creating an office that helps your business stand out. Check out these fundamental tips from Susan Newberry Designs if you’re interested in turning your garage into your new office!

Research Tax Deductions

First of all, you may be able to save money by using your garage as a home office. But you need to do some research and work with a tax professional to figure out if you qualify for the home office deduction. This deduction allows taxpayers to deduct specific business expenses accrued when operating a business out of their homes. Various factors determine whether or not a garage space qualifies for the deduction. Here is more information on this.

Declutter and Deep Clean

Before you start designing your garage-turned-office, clear out all the clutter from the space, and deep clean from top to bottom. This means wiping down the ceilings and walls, sweeping and mopping the floors, and dusting the baseboards and corners of the garage.

Consider Your Garage Door

Next, evaluate your garage door. If you’re going to be having clients over to your home office, you want it to look as professional as possible. There are many different styles of high-end garage doors that could spruce up your space. If you think it is worth the upgrade, find a professional near you who can install an attractive, well-sealed door.

Let the Light Shine Through

If you are like most homeowners, your garage does not have windows. But natural light is ideal for work environments, so see if you can budget to have windows professionally installed in your new office space. More so than overhead lighting, lamps can do a great job of helping you focus on the task in front of you. But natural light will help you to work more productivity while minimizing eye strain, and it will also yield various long-term health benefits.

Invest in Furniture

Furniture is also a big deal when it comes to creating a comfortable, attractive home office. You will need a desk that is large enough to hold all the items you will need within reach, including surface area and storage compartments. Since you will be working long, hard days in your office, make sure you have a quality ergonomic chair as well.

If clients will be coming over on a regular basis, you will need to have places for them to sit comfortably. Consider looking at online marketplaces for affordable high-quality armchairs, side tables, and sofas.

Decorate Like You Mean It

Once you have the bones of your home office in place, start decorating your heart out! Throw some paint on the walls and place houseplants in various parts of the space. Have fun choosing textiles, throw pillows, storage solutions, and other items that will make your office more appealing and practical.

And of course, you are going to need some beautiful, creative artwork to set your home office over the top! If you would like to highlight your wedding, anniversary, or any other special moment in your life, contact Susan Newberry Designs to get started on your custom art piece!

Your garage could serve as the perfect space for a home office that inspires you to do your best work day in and day out. Remember the tips above as you devise a plan for the conversion, and use the online resources at your disposal to get inspiration and ideas for how you can create a professional office that stands out from others. In no time, you will be conducting business and pushing your career forward—all without stepping a foot off your property!

Would you like to read more helpful content or browse our selection of beautiful home art? Visit SusanNewberryDesigns.com today!

About the Author

Tina Martin stays busy as a life coach and works hard to help herself and her clients achieve a healthy work-life balance. She started Ideaspired as a side project to reach as many people as possible, and encourage them to put their dreams first.

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