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As fall approaches, Ontario\u2019s students will be spending more of their spare time doing homework.<\/p>\n

Having a dedicated home study area lets kids and teenagers feel more comfortable and helps keep them focussed on their studies, allowing them to be more productive.<\/p>\n

Whether your kids are in elementary school, secondary school, or enrolled in college or university, here\u2019s how to create the perfect study space at home for them.<\/p>\n

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A home study space can help maximize learning efficiency<\/h3>\n

A learning environment that\u2019s aesthetically dull, clutter-filled, uncomfortable, and too noisy won\u2019t allow kids to get the most out of their study time.<\/p>\n

Psychologists have found that one\u2019s environment can have a significant\u00a0effect on the quality of their study time. Specifically, information retention and work productivity increases when kids study in a space that\u2019s comfortable, familiar, and has as few distractions as possible.<\/p>\n

A dedicated home study space can be customized\u00a0to create just such an area for your kids. Organized Interiors specializes in creating\u00a0beautiful home office<\/a> spaces. The same elements we implement in the design of an adult home office space can also be applied to the design of a study space for kids.<\/p>\n

When planning the design of your work area, here are seven\u00a0<\/strong>essential features and ideas to consider.<\/p>\n

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1.\u00a0Location, location, location<\/h3>\n

The location of your study space is extremely important. Even the most well-designed and highly functional study area will have many of its benefits diminished if the location isn\u2019t right.<\/p>\n

Like a home office, an area devoted to studying is a perfect fit for a spare room. You\u2019ll have more room to add all the design features you want and also create more privacy.<\/p>\n

Converting a spare room into a home study space also affords you the opportunity to create a separate, dedicated space purely devoted to learning.<\/p>\n

Naturally, not everybody has the luxury of having a spare room at their disposal to set up a work space for their kids. We can work within the dimensions of your home to create a study area within a bedroom, in a basement, or just about anywhere you have a reasonable amount of space to spare.<\/p>\n

Wherever you decide to set up a home study space, give a lot of consideration to potential distractions like foot traffic and noise levels. A study area set up beside a noisy laundry room, for example, doesn\u2019t\u00a0make for the most learning-friendly environment. Remember, a quiet study space\u00a0will be a more productive study space.<\/p>\n

2. Consider who will be using your home study space<\/h3>\n

How many kids will be using your study space? Obviously, the more kids you have that will be using the study space the more room you\u2019ll need to have it designed properly.<\/p>\n

Perhaps you\u2019ll need a shared study space for your home if you have two or more kids.\u00a0That\u2019s not a problem. Multiple desks and workstations can be set up to fulfill your home study space design requirements.<\/p>\n

Each of your kids can have their own designated area in the study space,\u00a0to create as comfortable a learning environment for them as possible.<\/p>\n

You may also wish to create a multi-purpose home office\/study space within a room, which we can accommodate. This can be a smart choice if space is an issue in your home. A shared work-oriented space between parents and the kids can satisfy everybody\u2019s needs.<\/p>\n

3. Have your desk custom-designed to fit your kids\u2019 specific needs<\/h3>\n

The foundation of any work space is the desk. You\u2019ll want your desk surface to be big enough that it can accommodate all of your kids\u2019 textbooks, notebooks, school supplies, and a laptop if necessary.<\/p>\n

You also need to be careful\u00a0that your desk isn\u2019t too big. If you have a bigger desk surface than you really need, there\u2019s more of a chance it\u2019ll start accumulating clutter. We can guide you on the ideal desk size that will work best within your home study space.<\/p>\n

Organized Interiors designs, manufactures, and installs all of our furniture,\u00a0so\u00a0we have a lot of flexibility when it comes to customization.<\/p>\n

Add as many desk drawers as you desire\u00a0(and to the width and depth you need) to hold your kids\u2019 school supplies, stationery, and printer paper. Does your child use a desktop computer as opposed to a laptop? Add an under-desk keyboard drawer to save space!<\/p>\n

A well-designed desk will require less effort for you to keep your study area organized and clutter-free. You\u2019ll be able to keep more frequently used supplies close at hand while storing less frequently used supplies out of sight, but easily accessible.<\/p>\n

An absence of clutter in any work space will facilitate a\u00a0more productive workflow by allowing you to concentrate much easier.<\/p>\n

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4. Maximize storage space with smart custom storage solutions<\/h3>\n

You can increase the\u00a0functionality of a home study space or office by adding extra storage systems. A custom bookcase provides plenty of room for storing your kids\u2019 books.<\/p>\n

Upper storage cabinetry can also be added to provide extra storage room in your\u00a0study space.\u00a0Using your room\u2019s vertical storage space (which can also include adding library shelves) will enable you to stay organized more easily. Vertical storage is also\u00a0smart to use when your study space is set up in a smaller room.<\/p>\n

Your home study space\u2019s custom cabinetry can also include lower drawers, cupboard doors, file cubbies, and file drawers. Add extra touches like a tack board for posting reminders, calendars, and course schedules.<\/p>\n

A\u00a0study space doesn\u2019t have to be dull, style-free environment. You can choose from a wide variety of finishes and features to add some character to the room.<\/p>\n

Upper storage cabinetry can include frosted glass or mesh doors.\u00a0LED lighting\u00a0with convenient touch switches and puck lighting can also be incorporated into your home study space design.<\/span><\/p>\n

5. Don\u2019t forget the importance of a good desk chair<\/h3>\n

As mentioned, a learning environment that\u2019s comfortable is important and comfort in a home study space starts with a good desk chair.<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll want to invest in an ergonomic chair that makes it easy to maintain a healthy posture. Your kids will appreciate having a chair that provides\u00a0excellent lower back support, especially for those longer studying sessions.<\/p>\n

Having a proper desk chair set up at the proper height can also alleviate problems that can affect other parts of the body, like the neck, wrists, and hands.<\/p>\n

6. Make sure the lighting and room colours are right<\/h3>\n

Just as a good chair can minimize back discomfort, so too can good lighting minimize the problem of eye strain in a study space.<\/p>\n

You don\u2019t want to keep your home study space too dark, otherwise it might make the occupants more prone to nodding off. If possible, make use of as much natural light as you can. Choose ambient lighting that\u2019s complemented with smartly located task lighting and a small desk lamp.<\/p>\n

Wall and ceiling colours in the room can also affect the moods and concentration levels of kids. Lighter greens, yellows, and blues\u00a0are considered good colour choices to stimulate productivity.<\/p>\n

The wall and ceiling colours you choose for your home study space can complement the chosen finishes for your custom cabinetry, thereby enhancing the room\u2019s look.<\/p>\n

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7. Personalize your home study space<\/h3>\n

While your home study area\u00a0is meant to be a dedicated learning space, it can\u2019t hurt to inject a few personal touches to it.<\/p>\n

Add plants, hang some inspirational quotes, or add photos of family and friends to create a warmer, more inviting space. Just be sure to keep the personal touches to a modest\u00a0amount\u00a0so your kids aren\u2019t overly distracted.<\/p>\n

A home study space can be a\u00a0great asset that enables your kids to flourish with their\u00a0studies<\/strong>. Schedule a free design consultation<\/a> with us to get your study space project in motion.<\/p>\n

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