With more people spending more time at home for work, the house is becoming the one place that fits everything in such as a sanctuary, workplace, classroom, community centre, conference room, and even the gym.

With almost everything going on around the home, it’s not surprising for people to feel demotivated, uninspired, or exhausted since there seems to be variation in the environment that surrounds you day in and day out.

However, there are ways to change all that and transform everyday space into a stimulating yet productive and refreshing environment.

Going above and beyond the call of duty

As real estate agents, it is important to add value to your clients by giving them sound and valuable advice that adds value to your relationship other than just buying and selling property for them.

It can be a simple greeting on a special day, remembering and congratulating clients for a milestone, or providing sound advice that could help clients make the most out of their property investment assets.

Mise en place

While this term is used for culinary processes which means “everything in its place” it also does bear much resemblance to how people should be regarding their day-to-day routines and work-life balance, as well.

Let’s face it, working at home or at an office can be equally draining and stressful, more so when you are limited to a small area to fit everything around you, especially when confined within the spaces of your house.

Stay on track by avoiding distractions that keep you from getting things done when they should, such as designating your work and personal zones to help establish your boundaries to allow you to focus on what you need to be doing.

Compartmentalise your areas and limit your work and activities within those zones so you do not get overwhelmed by everything that you are supposed to do for a day.

Play with colours

Painting your walls is one of the easiest and cheapest ways to lighten or invigorate your work or living spaces. You can adopt a classic look by using neutral tones or a pop of colour to highlight your feature wall.

Colours are often associated with calmness, well-being and health, so do your research and use colours to your advantage.

Digital detoxification

Always take time out from the daily grind and allocate a period each day of your workweek to take a break from screentime. Not only will you be able to rest your eyes it will give you a total break from your busy routine.

Declutter and streamline

Houses and makeshift offices will surely get cramped so taking the first step to re-organising and de-cluttering your work and living areas will soon provide you with the sense of accomplishment to maintain and preserve those spaces. 

Oh, and doing so could also lower down stress levels, according to research.

Take advantage of scents

A powerful mood booster, scents can help add some character and distinction. Choose a scent for every area in your home or office so your mind can help set the mood and enable you to focus on what you need to do based on your sensory perceptions as well.

Choose fragrances that you are most attracted to and those that could help elevate your moods. It can help you gain more focus and relax when you need to.

Go green

Add some greenery or potted plants in your work and living zones as it can help provide you with quick refreshing breaks for your eyes or something to admire should you take a short walk around the room or give you something to look at away from your computer screen to rest your tired and weary eyes.

Natural lighting

Lights add rightness to your spaces, but did you know that natural lighting can enhance productivity and mental concentration? With the health benefits associated with natural sunlight, it can also provide you with the nutrients and vitamins you need while working or simply occupying your spaces, rather than get cooped up in a room full of lightbulbs and artificial light.

Whenever possible, find spaces that have access to natural light so you can take advantage of its benefits.