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Making your home office work for you

The pandemic emphasised the need for functional home offices, making them essential for work-life balance.

25 September 2024

By Clare Chapman (Editor in Chief, HOME)

This home office, designed by Henry Lin, has all the hallmarks of a successful working space — ample storage, connection to nature and task-oriented furniture.

Formerly a garage, this 36m2 home office and guest suite was the result of the homeowners needing additional space during lockdown.

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Clare Chapman

Editor in Chief, HOME

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