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The holiday season is officially over and the kids are back to school.

After a long break, it might be difficult for children to get back into the swing of things, but you can help them refocus with these ideas for creating a study space in the home.

Consider your children’s study preferences

Do your kids prefer to work in absolute silence or do they like soft background music? Every child is different, so ask your children what types of environments help them focus and which ones just distract them.

Some kids might need a quiet nook in the corner, but many kids might benefit from doing their homework at the dining room table, where they can interact with you and ask for help if they need it.

Stock up on supplies

From glue sticks to notebooks, there are often many different school supplies that students need to complete their homework and projects.

Stock up on these supplies and organize them with a bookshelf or desk. This will prevent you and your kids from losing items like pens, as well as keep your space clean.

Design a comfortable space

While you don’t want to create a space so comfortable that your kids fall asleep, you do want to design a space that promotes productivity.

A comfortable chair will allow for hours of studying, and a few personal touches like a family photo or a plant can boost their mood and help keep them energized.

Ask us about how we can create a home office space that’s also designed to accommodate your kids’ study needs.

Follow a schedule

Following a consistent schedule can help your children become more efficient and effective while studying.

Work with your kids to set up a time they can dedicate to homework and studying on week nights.

Some children might prefer to finish everything right after school, while others might want to wait until after dinner.

Give them something to look forward to after studying

Your kids work hard studying for school, so make the effort worthwhile by adding a little fun into the mix.

You could bring the family together to play a game or go out for ice cream to keep their spirits and energy up.

Working from a home office has many advantages, such as a more flexible schedule, no commute and a relaxed dress code.

Even though you don’t have to wear a suit to work from home, though, you do still have to deal with office clutter.

Keep your home office organized, tidy and clutter-free with these 7 tips.

1. Keep your desk’s surface space clear

A cluttered desk can be distracting. To avoid a mess, keep only the supplies and equipment you use everyday on your desk.

2. Customize your drawers

Stuffing papers into your drawer might make your room look clean, but unorganized drawers can make important documents difficult to find. Use a filing system to keep both your room and cabinets tidy.

3. Label, label, label

A good labeling system will keep you from wasting time searching for your stuff. Label the outsides of cabinets and drawers, as well as the folders inside.

4. Get rid of old junk

It’s easy to let clutter pile up and take up space. Go through all of your papers, books and supplies to get rid of the items you no longer need.

5. Control your cables

Excess cables are not only annoying, they’re also an eyesore. You can eliminate some of the cords by going wireless (printer, keyboard mouse, etc.).

Are USB cables, laptop power cables, or audio cables taking over your desk? Try using something like Quirky Cordies Desktop Cable Management to tidy things up.

6. De-clutter your computer

Your room is not the only area that needs de-cluttering. Organize your computer files and emails to make your work days more efficient, too.

7. Set aside 10 minutes at the end of each day to clean

The best way to prevent your home office from becoming too messy and unorganized again is to pick up after yourself each day.

Before you call it quits, take some time to put away files and clear your desk so you can start off the next day right.

As summer vacation comes to a close, now is the time to start preparing your kids for the new school year.

A kids study room, whether it’s an unused stairwell landing or a spare room, can help your children focus and study more effectively – especially if it includes these 10 kids study room essentials.

1. Shelves

With shelves, your student will have a place to store his or her school books and easy-to-reach pencil crayon jars, magazine holders or stackable storage boxes.

2. Counter space

It’s important that kids have enough counter space for their computers, books, notebooks and any other school supplies they’ll need during study time.

3. Drawers

A clear work space will help eliminate distractions. Make sure your kids’ study room has drawers for files and supplies like paper, pencils and clips.

4. Quiet music

Some students prefer complete silence while studying. If your kids like to have a little background noise, however, try playing quiet instrumental music.

5. The right colour scheme

The colours you choose for a study area can actually impact productivity. Try incorporating blue into the colour scheme, which is said to boost productivity and reduce stress levels.

6. A comfortable desk chair

Your child won’t be able to focus if he or she is sitting on an uncomfortable chair. Look for a chair that is supportive and has a lot of padding.

7. Good lighting

As in a home office, bad lighting can cause eye strain and headaches. To create a well-lit study area, set up a lamp next to your kids’ work space or add LED ribbon lights under shelving.

8. Plants

Fresh plants can bring energy to a space. Try adding a plant or two in the study area. Choose one that is easy to take care of with little or no trace of a fragrance.

9. Mood boosters

A few photos or decorative pieces can help you create a study room that your kids actually enjoy.

10. Dedicated study times

If your kids gets in the habit of studying each day, they’re likely to improve in school. Schedule a study time either right after school or before bed, and leave the remaining hours for play and family time.

Ready to start setting up your kids study room? Schedule a complimentary in-home consultation with us for a pro’s touch when designing a study space for your home.

A home office doesn’t have to be a traditional looking office in terms of style and colour. With Organized Interiors you can create a custom home office that matches the style and décor of your home. We have many styles and finishes to choose from when it comes to your desk and cabinetry. Take a look at Albert’s home office in the video below to learn more.
Albert’s Home Office

Behind the scenes, you’ll find a pull-out computer keyboard tray and file drawer. Both have full extension glides and a soft close feature. Shown in this video is a glossy white upper paired with a grey-brown grainy textured finish laminate. Your back console can be a mix of easy to reach file folders along with room for your personal collection of items.
Accessories
The white back on the console is a magnetic whiteboard — perfect for your calendar and honey-do lists. Under the cabinetry you will find LED ribbon lighting within an aluminum channel with a frosted cover. The on-off push switch is hidden in a recess providing a clean look and finish. A touchless or dimmer switch option is available as well.
Customize Everything
Interior drawers can be completely customized. Shown here are legal size file folders and a central binder slot. Select from a series of warm and engaging laminates. Albert’s office features the grainy texture of Spring Blossom – one of many laminate finishes you can choose from.
Visit our home office page to learn more about custom home office solutions.