4 Tips for Creating Your Own Backyard Office
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Like it or not, working from home is the new norm for many of us. While kitchen countertops and coffee tables might seem like the natural go-to for a new office setting, they don’t have to be. Why not change your environment by working outside? Outdoor work has been found to boost mood, attention, and productivity — some companies have tried to replicate outdoor environments inside their corporate headquarters long before working from home was the new norm. Perhaps you can’t recreate Amazon’s lush, 40,000-plant corporate office, but with a few quick fixes, you can create the backyard office of your dreams. Let us show you how with helpful tips to make your outdoor office functional, comfortable, and Instagram-worthy.
Set Up Shop in a Shady Spot
Setting up your backyard office in a shady spot is essential for making it a usable, comfortable space. Direct sunlight on your laptop screen will create glare, putting strain on your eyes and making it difficult to see what you’re doing. If you don’t have a naturally shady spot in your yard, consider investing in a patio umbrella. We suggest going with a tilting umbrella, as you can adjust it to changing sun movements for constant shade.
