Work and live in harmony
Home offices have long been more than just a temporary solution. They are an integral part of modern working environments and present us with the challenge of harmoniously combining living and working. Whether in the living room, bedroom, kitchen or your own study, every room offers the opportunity to create an ergonomic, aesthetic and productive workplace.
Find out how different living areas can be transformed into inspiring workspaces with the right furniture, clever room organisation and a flair for atmosphere.
Discover furnishing tips, design ideas and solutions for different living areas and create a home office that combines functionality, comfort and style and adapts to your life.
Working in the living room
- Integrate your home office harmoniously: it works best when it blends inconspicuously into the living space. A quiet corner or alcove, matching colours and materials, and comfortable furniture create a harmonious overall look. Carpets or targeted lighting define the area without dominating the room.
- Zone rooms and create calm: Clear zoning helps to separate living and working areas. Shelves, plants or light screens provide structure and calm. Different light sources or subtle colour accents support a pleasant, focused atmosphere.
- Flexibility makes everyday work easier: changing work positions, good lighting conditions and sufficient storage space ensure comfort and order.
Working in the study
- A retreat for concentrated work: a separate study offers ideal conditions for productive work. A quiet location, good daylight and ergonomically designed computer workstations promote concentration, health and long-term well-being.
- Order and structure: sufficient storage space in shelves, cupboards or sideboards ensures that technology and documents remain organised. A tidy room reduces distractions and facilitates a conscious transition to the end of the working day.
- Combining design, ergonomics and atmosphere: A well-designed study combines functionality with a pleasant atmosphere. Light colours, natural materials, good lighting and flexible working positions promote creativity, focus and well-being for an energetic working day.
Working in the kitchen
- The kitchen as a practical workplace: The kitchen is well suited for a spontaneous home office, as the worktop or kitchen island can quickly be turned into a work surface. A clearly defined area helps you stay focused and can be easily converted back in the evening.
- Tidiness and storage space: To prevent the kitchen from looking cluttered, work materials should be put away after use. Cupboards, drawers or mobile containers provide space for laptops and accessories and keep the room looking tidy.
- Flexible working in everyday life: Good daylight, different working positions and functional lighting make working in the kitchen pleasant. Especially in small flats or open-plan kitchens, this flexible use is a practical solution that combines everyday life and work.
Working in the bedroom
- Clearly separate sleeping and working: In a bedroom home office, it is important to have a clear division. Curtains, shelves or room dividers create calm and separate the work area from the sleeping area. Subtle colours, plants or carpets also support clear zoning.
- Tidiness and a good indoor climate: A tidy room promotes concentration and restful sleep. Work materials should be completely stowed away in the evening. Low-pollutant furniture and regular ventilation also ensure a healthy indoor climate.
- Conscious working: Working in the bedroom is most successful with short, flexible working phases in a sitting or standing position and good daylight. End-of-day rituals such as tidying up or closing a curtain help you to switch off mentally and turn the room back into a quiet zone.
Tips for working effectively from home
- Define a fixed workspace.
Even in the living room or bedroom: choose a specific area for working. - Keep your workspace tidy
A clear desk and minimal visual clutter help you to focus on your work. - Reduce distractions
Put your mobile phone on silent, close browser tabs, plan clear work phases. - Use light cleverly
Take advantage of daylight and ensure glare-free working conditions. - Take conscious breaks
Get up once an hour, stretch, go outside briefly, get a cup of tea, relax your eyes: short breaks increase performance.
5 universal steps for a stylish home office
- Position and zone your workspace sensibly
Choose a quiet niche, corner or wall space and clearly demarcate the area. Carpets, plants, room dividers or light curtains create structure and visually separate living and working areas. - Choose functional furniture and set it up ergonomically
Opt for slim or cosy desks, ergonomic chairs and flexible furniture solutions. Kitchen islands or small worktops can also be used as work surfaces – the important thing is to have the right height and a relaxed posture. - Plan storage systems and stow away work materials
To keep the room looking calm, documents and technology should be put away after work. Shelves, drawers, sideboards or mobile containers ensure that everything is within reach and still stays tidy. - Use light, colours and materials consciously
Make use of daylight, glare-free workplace lamps and pleasant additional lighting. Light, harmonious colours and natural materials create atmosphere and promote concentration and well-being. - Ensure a good indoor climate and flexibility
Plants improve air quality and atmosphere, while regular ventilation promotes health and clarity. Changing working positions (sitting/standing) and flexible furniture help to adapt the workplace to everyday life and needs.