New Year New Office (with a Standing Desk!)

Welcome all of you visiting from Rue Magazine. Read on for more details on my new home office!

So, it’s 2017. What are your resolutions? Am I a bad blogger if I say I didn’t make any? I’m going for just a feeling of all around well-being. That being said, I figured it was time to work on my office space. I’m on my computer….a lot, but before this year, I never had a dedicated desk for my work. I’d sit on the sofa and use my laptop. This was not the best situation for my back and wrists as you can imagine. I figured 2017 was the year to graduate to a big girl’s desk

I’ve been hearing a lot about how sitting at a desk all day isn’t great either, so I researched alternatives: ergonomic chairs, backless stools, yoga balls, you name it. Then my husband mentioned that he uses a standing desk at work and that idea really stuck with me. You never see home standing desks…maybe it’s because standing desk options out there are pretty abysmal. I decided to take my measurements using these ergonomic recommendations and find a desk that was the exact height I needed. Also tricky? My husband said he doesn’t stand all day at his desk, but switches the height so he can sit down as well. So I needed to find a desk that was the correct height while standing AND sitting. So back to the hunt to find a stool that was right dimensions! Here’s a not so pretty, but useful diagram that I mocked up of correct measurements to reference.

Luckily I was able to find exactly what I needed over at Hayneedle. I ordered this modern white desk combined with the Dominica barstool. They look amazing together, don’t they? And even better? They’re exactly what I need height-wise.

I also bought a few accessories to go along with the desk. A versatile file cabinet for storage and a matching 12″ planter, because of course every modern office needs some greenery! I found a great split leaf philodendron to go in it. Oh and let’s not forget one of the most important things! This cushioned mat which is heavenly when standing for long periods at a time. So key you guys, so key.

As you can see I’ve made myself right at home in my new office space. It’s hard to believe I went so long without a desk, but I absolutely love sitting there everyday. What do you guys think of my new standing desk? Have you heard of them before? Or do you have one at home too? I’m such a fan!

desk | stool | filing cabinet | planter | mat c/o Hayneedle

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