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it can be tough to stay in work
mode when you're sitting on
the sofa with the remote control
tempting you to turn on the TV.
And how can you be produc-
tive when your dining table is
piled with paper and other office
trappings? These are sure signs
that it's time to carve out some
workspace at home, whether a
dedicated room or a niche next
to the kitchen.
Start with the trio of must-
haves—desk, chair, lamp—and
choose items that suit your
home's design aesthetic, espe-
cially if your office doesn't have
a door.
First up, invest in a fully
functional desk, ideally one with
integrated storage and a system
for corralling cables. Next, get a
proper chair that supports your
back and raises or lowers (espe-
cially if you share your office);
you'll be more comfortable
during those marathon sitting
sessions. Task lamps earn their
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S t y l e
Outfit your home office
with essential items and
stylish accessories
by Janet Gyenes
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Speaking of offices, President
Obama's desk in the Oval Office was
made in 1880 using wood from
HMS Resolute, a ship sent to look for
Franklin's crew in the Arctic
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