3 Ways to Create a Home Office Using Dividers

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3 Ways to Create a Home Office Using Dividers
by Alyssa Davis

Creating a separate space for your home office can be difficult to do when you have a family. The demands for space for children's toys and furniture can be overwhelming. When you work from home, it is important to create a space just for your work. One of the ways you can do that is by using different types of dividers to create a distinctly separate area for working. Check out the three types of dividers below to get you started on creating your own home office.

Traditionally, screens were used to provide privacy when people were dressing. Today, they have moved beyond the bedroom and can be seen in a variety of rooms in the house. There are many different styles of screens available. For the contemporary and modern home, there are sleek Japanese inspired screens available. In the traditional and country decorated home, there are screens designed to fit with that style of decor. There are also screens that provide functional storage space, as well as stylish design. These screens usually have pockets that can be used to store any variety of home business supply. They are especially good if you are an artist and work with fibers or paper, as you can store your supplies in these pockets. No matter what type of screen you use, be sure that it provides privacy for your work space. It should also be sturdy enough to remain standing if bumped by toddling children or exuberant pets.

Low bookshelves offer a great, sturdy way to divide your space from the rest of the room. They can be used to create walls with the books facing out into the room, or they can be turned around to provide you with storage space for your business supplies and resources. Another option to the traditional bookshelf is the open cube shelf that is great for use with storage baskets that can be accessed on either side. Furniture designers know that these pieces are often used as room dividers and typically design them to be attractive on both sides.

While you may feel like the man, or woman, behind the curtain from the classic Wizard of Oz, a track hung on the ceiling is a great way to add curtain dividers to your room. It is preferable to add a track as opposed to hanging hooks on the ceiling, because it allows you to pull the curtain back completely without having to stand on a ladder to take it down. Choose sheer curtains to provide a barrier, but still be able to see into the room if needed. Heavier, opaque curtains are better options if you need a quiet, private area to work.

No matter what type of divider you choose, be sure that it works with your family's budget and home decor. The more natural the divider looks in the room, the less obvious it will be that you have a home office in your living room.

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