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Long Island Suggestion For Creating A Home Office In A Small Space

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Real Estate Agent with The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803

We showed an adorable smaller size home to our buyers that they thought would work well for them, except for the lack of a home office.  

Nowadays, with the increasing popularity of remote work and online businesses, having a home office has become a must-have feature for many homebuyers. However, like the house we showed our buyers, not all homes come equipped with a dedicated office space. In such cases, it's essential to get creative and think outside the box to find a solution. One such solution we suggested was to repurpose a large closet by the back door into a functional home office.

 

I showed them a photo of a small cottage we sold a while back and they loved the idea of creating this space in a large closet. The closet had enough space for a desk and chair, and the possibility of some storage options.

 

Larry suggested that with proper lighting including task and ambient lighting, they could create a comfortable work environment. Purchasing the right size desk and comfortable chair should start the process. Although there would be no room for added décor, with the right organizational tools, shelving and storage options it would feel more inviting and functional. He pointed out that a very important aspect was to declutter and organize the space regularly to maintain a productive workspace. Painting the interior of the closet with a light, neutral color would help brighten the space.

 

While a closet home office may not be the perfect solution, with a little creativity and ingenuity, it can still be a viable option for those who need a dedicated workspace in their home!

 

When you're ready to make the move on Long Island, Call our Cell and Let's Start The Process!

 

Lawrence & Sheila Agranoff

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Comments(20)

Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hello Sheila and Larry - over years of touring, showing and selling real estate, I have seen abundant creative ideas for better living.  It's definitely a "perk" that increases awareness of possibilities that exist "outside the box".  

Apr 21, 2023 04:16 AM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Chicago, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Good morning Larry and  Sheila. Your job is not to find them the perfect home but the best home at this point in time. Demonstrating your creative suggestions can make the best choice easier to make. Enjoy your day.

Apr 21, 2023 05:20 AM
Bill Salvatore - East Valley
Arizona Elite Properties - Chandler, AZ
Realtor - 602-999-0952 / em: golfArizona@cox.net

What a wonderful use of a closet.  very good information. Make it a great Friday, and the weekend is almost here. Bill 

Apr 21, 2023 05:34 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good morning Larry and Sheila,

An once again your experience and creativity helps buyers imagine use of space they never considered! Good for you for opening your clients to some great ideas to make a house work for them.

Apr 21, 2023 05:35 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Very creative, Sheila and Larry. I've seen this done in homes here in Charlotte. Of course, I always wonder how anyone gives up a closet.

Apr 21, 2023 05:37 AM
Ed Silva, 203-206-0754
Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 - Waterbury, CT
Central CT Real Estate Broker Serving all equally

Very clever usage of a closet to create a workspace and also allow for some storage as well.

Apr 21, 2023 05:50 AM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

If a person's budget does not support the type of home they will need, they certainly need to get creative to make it work.

Apr 21, 2023 07:21 AM
Lise Howe
Keller Williams Capital Properties - Washington, DC
Assoc. Broker in DC, MD, VA and attorney in DC

Hello Sheila and Larry. I love this idea and the creativity you've showed. It shows how small changes can make a huge difference, like creating a home-office! 

Apr 21, 2023 08:05 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

This is a creative tip to share. Many families need home office space.

Dolores and I are thankful for a very comfortable home office. 

Apr 21, 2023 08:28 AM
Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

Wow, Sheila and Larry that would be to small office for both me and my wife.  We both have L shape desk and each have two computer going most the time.

 

Apr 21, 2023 09:08 AM
Sheri Sperry - MCNE®
Coldwell Banker Realty - Sedona, AZ
(928) 274-7355 ~ YOUR Solutions REALTOR®

Hi Sheila,

As long as clients are open to a creative idea, there is plenty to go around.  Your image above is a creative space minus the bunkbed that could work in a closet.  Love the ambient lighting idea.

Apr 21, 2023 11:10 AM
Ray Henson
eXp Realty of California, Inc. (lic. #01878277) - Elk Grove, CA
Realtor

It always helps to have a little creativity and I really like your office out of a closet idea.  I can really see that working.  Best of luck finding your client their perfect home soon.

Apr 21, 2023 03:32 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Larry and Sheila- Your post fits right into what I wrote about today...you just showed your creativity!!!  If you open your mind, you can find what you're looking for. I like the idea of a small office area in the closet. 

Apr 21, 2023 05:46 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Apr 22, 2023 06:02 PM
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400  great advice and great post, I am grateful we both Diane & I can have one room for our own Home Office, meaning we both have a private home office.... the beauty of being alone in a three bedroom home, Endre

Apr 23, 2023 08:50 PM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

As my mom used to say "where there's a will there's a way!" A closet office is certainly better than no office, and can be quite functional

Apr 24, 2023 04:55 AM
Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400
The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - Plainview, NY
Long Island Condo and Home Specialists

Thank you all for your comments. Sometimes you have to be creative to get your clients what they are looking for!

Apr 24, 2023 05:54 AM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Larry and Sheila:

That's a great solution to a space issue where space may be limited for a dedicated home office. Being flexible about what you really need and being willing to adapt is key. This worked beautifully!

Here in SoCal where the weather is pretty decent I have seen some homeowners set aside dedicated space in part of the garage for an office.

Jeff

Jeff

Apr 24, 2023 07:59 PM
Hannah Williams
HomeStarr Realty - Philadelphia, PA
Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376

Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400 Looks perfect to me! Larry has a great eye! Glad Kathy Streib  featured this as I missed it 

Apr 30, 2023 12:40 PM
Pat Starnes-Front Gate Realty
Front Gate Real Estate - Brandon, MS
601-991-2900 Office; 601-278-4513 Cell

Although I have a dedicated home office, I frequently find myself working in the family room. The laptop is portable, and I have a wireless printer. But the office holds active and closed files, as well as pending. I have a huge closet that holds my stationery, pop bys, gifts, etc. 

May 02, 2023 11:47 AM