Create a Functional Standing Desk Home Office Layout
Dickson LamA functional standing desk home office layout leaves clear space around the desk, keeps the wall above it free of decor, faces the desk toward good natural light, and uses compact seating. Unlike a stationary desk, a standing desk needs room for you to adjust it, sit, stand and even exercise.
At effydesk, we specialize in top-grade electric standing desks along with a range of other ergonomic furniture and standing desk accessories. Our experts understand the importance of creating a focused, comfortable workspace that features all of the functionality necessary to support your work day. The design tips below will help you plan a functional standing desk home office layout.
Add the Right Accessories
The right accessories make a standing desk home office more comfortable and organized, starting with a footrest for seated work and a filing cabinet for storage. For example, if you want more comfort while seated, our Footrest may be the perfect addition. If you require a home office with plenty of storage space, one of our modern filing cabinets will help you stay organized.
Limit Wall Decor
Keep the wall directly above your standing desk clear, because items hung there can get knocked off as you raise and lower the desk. If you have an eye for interior design, it may be tempting to fill your walls with framed pictures or floating shelves. Save those for other walls in your home and opt for desktop decor above the desk instead.
Which Direction Should Your Standing Desk Face?
Many people prefer a standing desk that faces east or north, because east light suits morning work and north light gives steady, indirect daylight with less glare. Our guide on which direction to face while working from home covers this as part of your overall office design. East-facing positions give you natural morning light, which many people find helps them feel alert during morning work sessions. North-facing positions often provide steady, indirect light throughout the day, which helps reduce screen glare.
How Much Space Do You Need Around a Standing Desk?
Leave at least one square metre of clear floor space around a standing desk so you can stand, stretch and move without bumping into furniture. Unlike a stationary desk, an electric standing desk needs enough surrounding area for you to stand upright and move your body while you work. Many standing desk owners use these workstations as health and exercise tools, and with an under-desk walking pad it’s possible to stay active throughout your workday. To comfortably exercise, readjust, or stretch behind your standing desk, avoid crowding the area with furniture, so that you do not have to worry about bumping into a cabinet or bookcase.
Opt for a Small Chair
A compact stool saves floor space in a standing desk home office, because you spend less time sitting and can tuck it away while you stand. We recommend the Bohdi Ergonomic Stool, an armless active-sitting stool with a 19" to 26" seat height. This will free up even more space for you to move your body. That said, if you have a large home office, options like our Aery Ergonomic Chair will make your workspace even more ergonomic.
A standing desk and a well-planned layout give you a home office that supports sitting, standing and moving through the day. Every effydesk standing desk comes with a 100-day trial and a 20-year warranty on the frame, motors and electronics. Contact us for more information.