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Why did we write
this ebook? A WELL-THOUGHT PLAN
At Oakywood, our great passion and the daily challenge is You will learn how to organize your workspace from
to provide solutions that make your work organized and the very beginning. You will discover how to arrange
effective. We want your life to be more beautiful, and a what you already have, how to choose the right desk,
little... greener! comfortable chair, and useful work accessories.
You will learn our tips on work organization, relaxation,
We love and believe in what we do. and motivation.
And we want to share what we do best!
The Home Office Guide is not just a book.
We have prepared some inspiring extras, including:

to-do lists
WE PROMISE...
photos & setups
Only facts, quick and tested (in our apartments) ways, quick and easy guides
beautiful photos, and tons of inspiration. tools & product suggestions.
 Table of contents

1. Organize your stuff

2. Green-up your space

3. Broaden your point of view

4. Goodbye, cables

5. A bed is not a desk

6. Everything matters

7. Tips for procrastinators

@farahbulbul
@tasnimbulbul
1. Organize your stuff
Did you know that a clean and well-organized desk
increases your efficiency during work? When your space is
cluttered, so is your thought process.
De-clutter, organize, and purge old items in the first place!
Browse through the paperwork lying on top of
your desk. More than likely, most of it is
suitable for being recycled.
The remainder can be placed into a new location for
organizational purposes.
Leave the most important items sitting atop
your desk that you use most often.
Organizing them into designated locations will help
to keep them from looking messy, while giving your
items the respect they deserve to prolong their life.
Wind un-used cables and cords into an oval
shape and secure with some magic tape, a
bread tie, or cable tie.
Label the cords with a sticker to allow knowing what
goes where for quick locating.
Investing in quality decor will make your space TO-DO LIST:
more functional and pleasing to the eye.
A wooden phone docking station, or computer Shred documents before tossing

monitor stand could add that special, classy touch. them into the recycle bin

Add your own personal touch to

warm-up your workspace

Leave the most important items on

Add your own personal touch to beautify and your desk only
personalize your space! Even Marie Kondo,
queen of organization herself, is a fan of items Wind un-used cables & label them
that give people joy. for quick locating
What are some items that spark joy for you? Place
some photos of loved ones, favorite holiday
souvenirs or a small succulent flower pot on your
desk.
2. Green-up your space
NOT ONLY DO PLANTS...
... absorb carbon dioxide and
Here at Oakywood, we absolutely adore plants in the office
mold spores, but they can
space! Not only do they bring color, life, and filter the air of also help absorb germs if
toxins, but they provide a peaceful working environment you have the right variety!
and offer the calm that all of us can benefit from And also, they help absorb
throughout our stressful work days. sounds and provide a great
filler for open space.

SUCCULENT PLANTERS
If you’re looking for fun
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF GOING GREEN
IN THE OFFICE?
ways to implement some
color and life into your work
space - no matter how big Reduced Stress Increased Creativity
or small - potted plants are
the way to go! Increased Productivity Reduced Sickness

Cleaner Air to Breathe Reduced Noise

 WHICH PLANT TO CHOOSE? TO-DO LIST:
Prepare a watering schedule for your plants
Some plants you may want to consider adding to your
You can use an app, plant watering journal, or print some
space for ease of care plus for their capability in
stickers and put them on your pots
absorbing toxins and even germs are as follows:

Peace Lillies Spider Plants

beautiful year round look beautiful atop a desk or

Orchids
especially Phalenopsis Orchids are
super simple and only require
watering once every 10 or so days!
Aloe Barbadensis
also great to have on hand for cuts,
bug bites, and wounds
shelf!
TIPS:
Ivy Combine plants with different shapes and sizes
long vines beautifully wrap
onto other objects
Use old cups and mugs as plant pots
Always fill the bottom with pebbles for excess water.
This trick will prevent the plant from rotting!
Don't be afraid of big and tall plants!
Try palm trees - they look spectacular and cast beautiful
shadows
3. Broaden your point of view
If you only work on a laptop (which certainly has its
advantages, such as being light and portable), we have good
TIPS:
news for you. You can use your iPad as a second display for
Mac with Sidecar
You can easily connect any, even the cheapest monitor to it Note: this feature works with all macOS Catalina & iPadOS 13
and dramatically increase your comfort of work! devices

If you don't have a monitor, you can always split

your screen!
This feature is available on both Mac&Windows

THE BENEFITS OF USING TWO SCREENS:

Try different setups, to find one perfect for you
Increased productivity Multitasking You can simply place the screens side by side, but we
recommend that you check different heights and arrangements.
You can use laptop & monitor stands, hangers, or desk shelves.
Easy copying & pasting Convenient calls
 THE MONITOR ARM IS THE MOST
ERGONOMIC SOLUTION - THE DEVICE DOES
NOT TAKE UP ANY SPACE ON THE DESK! USE MONITOR @vigokrumins
& LAPTOP STANDS
They will beautifully structure
your desk, rise your device to
an ergonomic position, and
add a little bit of color into
your workspace. Plus, you can
store your office supplies
under each stand - so you get
a lot of extra space!

TO-DO LIST:
Try splitting your screen
If you don't know, how to do this -
watch some tutorials

Do an overview of your equipment

THIS LARGE SAMSUNG MONITOR IS
What can you improve?
A GREAT ALTERNATIVE TO TWO MONITORS
SETUP
@feriktantomi
 SMALL DESK? NO PROBLEM!
A dual laptop stand or a desk shelf
THE VERTICAL LAPTOP DOCK ELEVATES
will help you maximize your
YOUR DEVICE FOR A CLEANER, CLUTTER-
storage space. Thanks to their
FREE WORKSPACE OR DESK SETUP WITH
elevated structure, desk shelves
A MONITOR!
add an extra organizational level
for storing all important
accessories - such as a keyboard,
notebook, or charging dock.

DOUBLE TROUBLE?
You have a lot of devices, and you need to keep them
within your reach? Try a dual laptop stand or a dual
monitor stand!
A dual vertical laptop stand allows you to store two devices
simultaneously - including tablets or laptops. A dual
monitor stand will help you organize work with two
monitors or with an ultrawide monitor, while also providing
an ergonomic position of your screen.
 4. Goodbye, cables! THE APPLE REVOLUTION
There is nothing worse than tangled wires. They do not When in 2020 Apple decided to
look nice, make it impossible to switch the device quickly, remove the power adapter from the
iPhone 12 box, and introduced the
and they deteriorate faster. Therefore, in the first section
improved version of MagSafe, it
of our guide, we encouraged you to organize them.
became clear, that the days of
traditional chargers are numbered...
But what would you say, if we helped you to limit them -
or at least hide them?

THE FUTURE IS WIRELESS!

We gradually free ourselves from cables. HOW TO MINIMIZE THE AMOUNT
Wireless headphones, mice, keyboards are OF CABLES ON YOUR DESK?
not an expensive fad, but our everyday life.
Hide unused cables!

Buy (or DIY) a cable box

WIRELESS = ECO FRIENDLY
LESS CABLES = LESS PLASTIC Invest in high-quality wireless items

USB-C MONITORS
These monitors are a great solution
for those who don't like cables -
they allow charging compatible
laptops & other devices, using just a
single USB-C cable!
CHARGING DOCKS
Even though they are not wireless,
charging docks will also reduce the
amount of cables on your desk. One
dock can charge one, two, or even
three devices at the same time!
WIRELESS ACCESSORIES
There are many wireless accessories on the market, but
these few solutions can be considered revolutionary:
Wireless charging system
Wireless keyboards
(mousepad + mouse)
Desks with built-in
Wireless chargers
wireless charging

DIY SIMPLE CABLE BOX

WIRELESS CHARGERS
You don't need to buy a cable organizer - all you need is a shoe Wireless chargers have
undergone a real
box and a paper knife.
metamorphosis. They are no
longer a plastic tech-
Cut the holes for the cords on the side walls of the box. Put the power accessories, but a full-
strip inside. For a better visual effect, you can cover the box with a nice- fledged element of home
looking wallpaper. Voila! decor!
5. A bed is not a desk!
Whoever has not worked from bed at least once must
throw the first stone. While the vision of walking in
pajamas all day is tempting, remember and learn the Home
Office rule no. 1: a bed is not a desk!
When working at home, we should set specific working
hours and a decent workspace. Otherwise, we will work
day and night, and no space will be a workspace or a
relaxation space. Our efficiency will drop - even if we
don't leave work.
HOW TO CHOOSE THE BEST DESK?
When choosing a desk for work at home, we often
cannot afford full freedom. Not everyone has a separate
room for a home office. Most often, a home office desk
must:
match the rest of the room decor
or the overall style of the apartment
have certain dimensions
be compact, easy to move, or even portable & foldable

BE PROFESSIONAL
& have all the features of a regular,
The efficiency of our work is influenced by comfortable desk at the same time
many factors - including our equipment! be ergonomic, capacious, affordable, and nice-looking!
When our wrists have the right support, and
the screen is at the right height, we write,
design, and read faster.
 HOW TO CREATE AN
ERGONOMIC WORKSPACE?
ERGONOMIC DESK
If you've ever heard the buzzword "work ergonomics", you The screen should be placed 40-75 cm
certainly associate it with a comfortable chair - and that's (16-30 inch) from your face

perfectly fine!
Adjust the height of the screen position
It should be 20°-50° downwards from the horizontal line at
However, our desk can also help us achieve an ergonomic working
eye level
position. If you work on a computer, setting up your monitor or laptop
Leave free space under the desk for
is crucial for your comfort & health.
comfortable leg position.
Don't store items under your desk! Use a footrest if needed

MONITOR STANDS
Adjust the height of the desk to your height.
If your desk is not adjustable You should be able to position your legs as you like. Height-
in height, you can use a adjustable desks are a good solution - they can be
monitor or laptop stand - transformed from a traditional desk into a standing desk
they will help you achieve an with one movement!
ergonomic position and
increase the comfort of work.
6. Everything matters COMFORTABLE & COZY APARTMENT

Offices are usually organized by designers - and as shown = COMFORTABLE HOME OFFICE

by the best employee-friendly examples, such as Facebook Make sure that your flat is organized the way you like!
or Google, designing an office space can be a real art!

Everything matters. The entire ecosystem in which the

employee moves - including the relaxation & social space.

MINDFUL BREAKS

Do you drink coffee while working?

Get yourself a good coffee machine!
If you can allow yourself to take
short breaks, try alternative brewing
techniques: drip, Aeropress, or
traditional Moka express. It is a great
opportunity for a mindful relaxation.
 WHICH DETAILS REALLY MATTER? CHAIR

The right, ergonomic chair reduces the risk of

COLORS
back pain and prevents many health issues.
The most common issues associated with office work are
On the walls, dim & neutral colors will work best
joint pain, herniated discs, and carpal tunnel syndrome.
- so that they will not take your eyes off the
screen.
If you want to rest for a couple of minutes, just look at a
smooth wall, painted in a soothing color, such as grey, beige,
OFFICE CHAIR CHECKLIST
white, or olive green - the traditional color of peace.

vertical adjustment
MATERIALS
comfortable seat pan width & depth
Plastic and plywood are popular and cheap
adjustable low back support
materials - hence, they are often used to make
office furniture and accessories. comfortable armrests
We encourage you to choose high-quality natural materials:
wood, premium fabrics, cork. They will beautifully
complement your interior, introduce a relaxing atmosphere,
and last for years.
 BALANCED
The desk from the photos by
Ferik Tantomi is a great
example of the balance
between functionality and
beautiful appearance.

BEAUTIFUL IN ITS PLACE

The whole, kept in subdued Don't let your high-end office
colors, is beautifully accessories lie anywhere.
complemented by plants and A wooden headphone stand
a metal organizer hanging on will keep your desk organized.
the wall.

WELL-ORGANIZED
The ergonomic chair perfectly
harmonizes with the grey felt
mat. The extension with
drawers raises the monitor to
the appropriate height and, at
the same time, serves as an
organizer.

@feriktantomi
7. TIPS FOR PROCRASTINATORS
Remote work is a great opportunity to save time. We don't
DON'T PROCRASTINATE CREATING
A BEAUTIFUL & COMFY HOME OFFICE
One of the reasons for procrastination may be
a poorly organized office. Put our tips from

have to commute to work. We are not distracted by previous chapters into practice - a tidy and
well-organized office increases our efficiency.
conversations with colleagues. We don't have to go to a
restaurant or a canteen for lunch.
@farahbulbul
@tasnimbulbul
Meanwhile, many people have problems with proper time
management, especially with the home office. Household
chores and household members sometimes distract us
from work, making us less productive.

TAKE ADVANTAGE
Take advantage of the opportunities offered by
remote work. If you work from home, you are
a really lucky person! All it takes is a little
organization. Take a moment to consider what
you need to improve in your work. Time spent
on planning is always a profitable investment!

5 EFFECTIVE STRATEGIES FOR
PROCRASTINATORS
DEADLINES
It's simple and not very innovative, but the easiest method
to force yourself to be effective is by creating deadlines.
Working from home, we should set our milestones. Deadlines
teach you how to manage your time and how to properly
evaluate your work. Over time, you can achieve perfection in
estimating the time needed to complete a given project!
MINDFUL BREAKS
Don't browse social media during your break - it's too easy
to get lost in it and not get back to work on time.
Use simple relaxation techniques (such as practicing proper
breathing or short stretching) during breaks. You can listen to
relaxing music, prepare a delicious coffee, play with your pet, go
for a short walk, or drink a cup of hot tea in peace.
TOUGH STUFF FIRST
A difficult and unpleasant task is ahead of you? Start with
it!
Most often, we procrastinate what we fear. An unfinished task
blocks us and delays the entire schedule. Always start with
tough things! When you manage to do something difficult, there
will be no such thing to beat you, and at the very end of the day,
when your efficiency drops, you will have more enjoyable things
to do.
TO-DO LISTS
Create to-do lists in an app, bullet journal, or even on post-
its - each day before work.
You probably already use more advanced programs like Asana or
Monday, but sometimes all you need is a piece of paper and a
pen. Creating our lists every morning is a great ritual during
which our brain remembers what we have to do on a given day.
Thanks to rewriting and ordering, our thoughts organize into
planned actions. You can try creative note-taking methods such
as bullet journal, use Evernote, Notion, or casual Reminders.
 POMODORO TOOLS TO TEST:
Notion Bullet journal
25 min work - 5 min break - long break after four 25/5
You can use the classic Pomodoro method as shown in the above Evernote Post-it notes
scheme or modify it to your needs. According to Pomodoro, our
effectiveness is the best when we take a 5-minute break after every
25 minutes of work (measured exactly with a timer).

BEST APPS FOR PROCRASTINATORS

5 min 5 min 5 min 30 min
25 min 25 min 25 min 25 min PLANNING: TIME CONTROL:

Moleskine Journey (iOS) Plantie (iOS)

Actions by Moleskine (Android) Focus Plant (Android)

After 4 cycles (2 hours in total), we can take a longer, 30 min break.
25 minutes doesn't sound scary - especially since then comes a few Microsoft To Do Focus Tomato
minutes of rest.
Trello

All apps are available for iOS & Android, unless otherwise stated.
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 Good luck
in creating your dream home office.
Be sure to let us know how you did!