Here are key autumn garden tips plus 7 top suggestions of plants to plant now.
12.09.2023 - 11:05 / thespruce.com
Whether you work from home full time, have a hybrid schedule, or just like to have a designated space for doing home paperwork, creating an organized home office doesn't have to come at the expense of your sense of style—just ask Bobby Berk.
The Emmy-nominated host of Netflix's Queer Eye, design expert, and author of "Right at Home: How Good Design is Good for the Mind," recently redesigned his own office headquarters in Los Angeles with the help of Steelcase, an office furniture company. And next, he'll be renovating his own home office with their help as well.
We asked Berk for his very best tips for creating a beautiful but organized home office that will feel productive yet stylish.
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If you don't have a designated, separate office in your home, Berk says that doesn't matter.
«Just about any space can become a work-from-home area,» Berk tells The Spruce. «A corner of a room, a tiny niche, or even a closet can all be functional workspaces.»
Berk suggests investing in a wall-mount desk with built-in bookshelves, or a folding desk that can fit into any space. Still stumped? Berk says he used Steelcase's complimentary design services for his own office, and recommends it to others who just can't figure out where to set up their home office space in their home.
«It made it so much easier,» he says.
If there's one thing Berk recommends for office organization, it's making sure everything has a place that can be tucked away when it's not in use.
«Office organization is all about storage!» he says. «For me, any item that you don't need access to daily should be stored.» Whether it's spare cables or paperwork and pens, make sure all of those desk accessories are put away and out of sight when you're not using
Here are key autumn garden tips plus 7 top suggestions of plants to plant now.
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Discover the vibrant allure of Nebraska state flower—Goldenrod, a symbol of resilience and natural beauty that captivates everyone from garden enthusiasts to environmentalists. As this sun-kissed perennial bursts into brilliant yellow plumes, it not only transforms the landscape into a golden paradise but also invites a myriad of pollinators, enriching biodiversity. Let’s unravel the fascinating story of Goldenrod, a flower that’s so much more than meets the eye!
Open-concept kitchens are wonderful for flexibility between rooms—for example, you can cook an amazing pasta dish in the kitchen and migrate right to the couch to eat it. But, if you're a bit stumped as to how you should decorate your open kitchen so that it looks top-notch, we have you covered.
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We have compiled below the best air purifying Plants for the Home Office You Can Grow in Water! They are low-maintenance and fuss-free varieties, apt for busy gardeners.
While spring cleaning gets all the glory, here at The Spruce, we believe in consistent decluttering sessions. It’s much easier to keep on top of clutter with regular cleanouts, and this is especially true if your primary goal is to maintain a minimalist aesthetic at home.
As working from home is the new normal, it’s totally worth it if you look at these Green Home Office Desk Ideas with Plants carefully to copy one of the best.
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Camellias (Camellia spp. and cvs., Zones 6–10) are mostly thought of as shade shrubs, and common camellia (Camellia japonica, Zones 7–9) varieties do look best in the shade. The foliage stays a dark glossy green instead of the sunburned yellow it would be with more sun. However, there are some camellias that do fine in sunny conditions, even here in the hot South. Mostly sasanqua camellia (Camellia sasanqua, Zones 7–9) varieties and crosses can tolerate sun; they can grow in most landscape situations except for wet or high pH soil. As long as they have good drainage, they will thrive. Here are a few camellias that are sun and heat tolerant.
If you're spending a night away from home, we don't blame you if you find yourself missing some of the simple, everyday comforts of home.
If you're like us and spend a lot of time in your vehicle, chances are you're due for a good interior cleaning. We've become obsessed with car refresh TikToks lately and found the perfect items from Amazon that will keep your interior clean and organized.