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The “green” mind-set

Bring in the green mindset and consider sustainability for your home business. Computers contain different hazardous materials and chemicals like heavy metals, vinyl and toxic chemicals. You also need electricity to run them. You need them to work from your home office, but you can still contribute to the green issue.

When you do not use your computers or other equipments, keep them turned off. Do not leave your computers or other equipments idle for a long time. There are power saving options available in all of them. Use the power saving options.

If you are buying new equipments, then ensure recycling of the old one by you or your associates. Do not just throw your equipments in the waste bin. You have different options to dispose them (give it to a relative, send it to an underprivileged school or slum, send it to kids who do not have a computer, donate).

Let your office design be eco-friendly (remember we talked about natural light in your office). Use eco-friendly materials as far as possible. Items, such as recycled glass countertops, woods from sustainable forestry and products that are recyclable are better for your home office as well as for the earth.

Use local and regional resources because they help the local businesses. Also using the local equipments helps you to help the local climate because such equipments are produced keeping in mind the climatic condition of your local area.

What are the best colors for an office?

The psychology of color - have you heard of it? Colors have different psychological elements attached to them and they create different effects on people

Different colors elicit different emotional and physical reactions and responses from different people. Color also impact mood and energy levels of individuals. So, it is good to understand the psychological impact of the color you want for your home office.

Cool Colors

Blues, greens and violets are thought of as cool colors. They bring in feelings of peace and relaxation. Blue can create a cooler atmosphere in a room and can lull you to sleep. So, blue can be an ideal bedroom color, but definitely not an ideal office color.

Green is the dominant color in nature and is considered a neutral one. Green brings in a fresh, organic, relaxed state and can foster concentration. Adding Green to your home office will enhance its freshness and vitality, balance and comfort ability. You can experiment with Green and try shades of it. Lime green tint combined with yellow hues is another good option.

Have you ever tough why most of the highlighters are yellow. It’s because Yellow grabs attention. It catches the eye; make you feel happy and alive. It evokes optimism. However be careful not to add strong or bright yellow because it may distract or overpower other elements in an office area. Bright yellow may also cause a degree of anxiety.

Red is energetic and stirring and many people like it. For a stronger feelings and excitement add Red in your home office. Using Red as an accent in your home office will help.

White, ivory, gray and tan can be used to carry subtle variations of color. Use them with colors o your choice. They can be combined with accent colors and the combination offers vitality and energy.

Purple is another color that you can use in your home office. Purple stimulate imagination and that is what you need. Purple or lavender tones evoke a favorable response and helps in focus and concentration. Both these colors cross the line between warm and cool tones.

Before you decide on any color, make sure you try it on a large enough part on the wall to ensure compatibility.

Color combinations for your own home office depend on your imagination and choice.

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