Working from home is a reality to many—do you also belong? We all know too well the challenges that come along, and lacking adequate space to focus on productivity is often at the top. Which is exactly why a recent Decorilla client reached out for help with a backyard home office, so read on!
The Challenge: Backyard Home Office Shed
The client needed a proper home office design for her full-time job, plus a place to exercise—and their existing small detached bungalow seemed like a perfect solution. All it needed was a new she shed design, one that would provide a kind of hideout for a mother of three to meditate and relax for a moment. In other words, a couple of real challenges were awaiting the right designer to:
- Maximize the utility of a small space to make it highly functional
- Design a space that fits multiple purposes
- Make the room light, airy, and comfortable for full-time daily use
- Finding a convenient solution for the existing family storage
- Establish a suitable background for Zoom calls
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Studio Office Shed Inspiration
Knowing what she liked, the client provided a strong sampling of inspirational images to help the designers get started. Featured were light and bright interiors with hints of glam and boho design styles. Adornments were, however, minimal to promote an uncluttered home office design.
That said, the client’s priorities called for a highly functional and still stylish design. The image curation had already explored some layout options and practical setups that could accommodate all the different needs at once. Furthermore, the color palettes presented revolved around softer hues in order to help keep the space open, airy, and Zoom-friendly.
Initial Concepts: Finding the Right Designer
With the design brief and inspiration photos in hand, two talented Decorilla designers got started with their visions for this backyard home office. The moodboards by Samantha W. and Courtney B. each met all the client’s requirements, just in slightly different ways. Which is, after all, one of the best advantages of Decorilla’s concept: the client gets more flexibility of choice.
Although the decision was tough, it was ultimately the cozy boho minimal design from Courtney B. that the client connected with most. It boasted calming neutral colors, smart storage options, and an overall styled update to the she shed office.
She Shed Design Results
Courtney’s she shed design strikes the right balance between a workspace and a workout area. A clean and modern atmosphere is achieved by the convenient arrangement of space-saving features and abundant storage. The new, decluttered backyard home office is dedicated to maintaining a healthy focus and enhancing productivity while also providing a soothing environment for meditation and relaxing time.
Incorporating decor elements that bring joy to the resident is the key to a successful interior design. In this case, the client loved her dream catcher and meditation pillows. However, the existing curtain was not a good fit for a Zoom call background. Too many focal points also created distraction, and the lack of storage left all the odds and ends exposed.
Maximizing Space and Utility
By organizing storage and creating dedicated zones, Courtney put every corner into practical use, maximizing the overall functionality and aesthetic of the home office. Discreetly glossy Benjamin Moore’s Classic Gray on the walls conveys the feeling of spaciousness. At the same time, it provides an ideal backdrop for accents in the client’s favorite boho decor style.
The client wanted durable, easy-to-install flooring for the backyard home office. So, the choice went to light, wood-mimicking laminate. A low-storage cabinet meanwhile hosts the daily necessities. The new decorative curtain smartly conceals the rest of the shed storage while providing an elegant background for Zoom meetings.
The existing makeshift desk equipped with a drafting chair is now replaced by another set, stylish yet suitable for a workday. A new light fixture is ceiling-mounted in order to leave sufficient space for workout movements around the exercise bike. Finally, the addition of a faux fiddle fig leaf enhanced both visual dynamics and overall natural flair, providing a soothing moment to juxtapose the action-packed bike design.
Design Details: Sourcing the Perfect Pieces
Each Decorilla project includes a tailored shopping list complete with exclusive trade discounts. Moreover, a white-glove shopping concierge takes care of everything, providing peace of mind regarding ordering, tracking, and delivering. This done-for-you ordering service was a major perk for the client. It made shopping for her new home office a breeze with all the purchases made in one convenient checkout.
Get the Look: She Shed Interior Decorating Ideas
Composing a small home office/she shed is all about the harmony between function and aesthetics. In case you want to try it out yourself, here is a helpful list of items to get you started.
- Handmade Rug
- Faux Fiddle Leaf Fig
- White Leather Sling Chair
- Wall Art
- Rope Weave Storage Baskets
- Weave Natural Floor Lamp
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