In the last few years, working from home has become the new norm for a lot of people. Rather than heading into the office each day, people are heading to their basements, dining rooms, kitchens, home offices or wherever they've set up their workstations, logging on and working virtually among their coworkers. So, this year, why not give a practical gift that anyone working from home can enjoy throughout the day, from simple tech upgrades to little luxuries that put the “home” in “home office.” These popular gift ideas for people who work from home can help make any home office a more comfortable and productive environment.
The Practical Stuff…
They may already have all the basics covered if they have a home office style setup, but even so, you can treat that someone special to an upgrade or even find them something they never even knew they needed.
Chairs
John Lewis Isaac Ergonomic Office Chair, Black £239
Work from home in comfort with this Isaac office chair. Ergonomically designed to maximise lumbar support, the seat height, arm and back rests can be easily adjusted to suit their needs. Neatly upholstered in soft fabric, the mesh back lends a sophisticated touch, while the head rest will ensure your wfh friends’ posture is kept well-aligned.
Footrest
ComfiLife Ergonomic Under Desk Foot Rest for Office Use - £64.59
By keeping their feet elevated, they're able to give the rest of their body knees, hips and back in particular the support it needs. Plus, this adjustable cushion encourages them to improve their posture throughout the day, a must for anyone who sits in front of the computer for hours on end!
Laptop Stands
Lucrave Laptop Stand for Desk, 360 Rotating Adjustable Computer Stand £29.99
The best laptop stands bring your device to eye-level, letting you work more comfortably in the position that suits you. This Lucrave Laptop Stand has the added bonus of 360degree rotation so you can turn your screen around whatever your position.
LAPGEAR Designer Lap Desk with Phone Holder and Device Ledge £39.00
Even if the person you are shopping for has a desk at home and a nice cosy office space, occasionally they may want to move to the sofa, the garden, or even the bed. A great lap desk makes that possible, and the LapGear Designer Lap Desk is the best one for most people. It’s the total package in terms of style, comfort, stability, and build quality. It’s like giving your wfh friend the gift of unlimited portability.
BONTEC Standing Desk Converter £66.99
We all know that sitting down all day isn’t good for you but when you are working at a computer, it can be hard to get on your feet a lot and most standing desks are really expensive. A great solution is a standing desk converter that is the fraction of the price of a standing desk. It sits on top of your regular desk and can be raised or lowered as you choose.
Tidy Space – Tidy Mind…
It’s always a good idea to keep everything neat and organised but this becomes especially important if they don’t already have a separate dedicated workspace. Enable that person working from home to be productive and efficient by helping to keep their workspace free from clutter.
Desk Tidies
Desktop Bookshelf Organizer, Adjustable Wooden Desk Shelf with 3 Compartments £23.99
Most people who work from home could benefit from a compact system to keep their projects in order. Like this stylish adjustable wood shelf to put next to their computer and keep any books or materials they need (or just want) close by and at the ready.
SOULWIT Cable Holder Clips, 3-Pack Cable Management Cord Organiser Clips £5.35
Help them declutter their desk with this easy gadget that organizes cable clips. Now, they can charge their phone, watch, laptop and other electronics easily without worrying about cords overtaking their workspace.
SimpleHouseware Desk 3 Sliding Tray and 5 Stacking Section Organizers £29.47
A simple mesh desk organizer with a three-compartment sliding drawer, tray, and five upright sections designed to fit so much more than they think it can and make their desk feel clean (for once!).
Planners
Rocketbook Reusable Digital Notebook - £34.95
This smart-reusable notebook is ahead of the game! It takes down the users handwritten notes and makes them digital so when their boss asks for a recap of that meeting in their one-on-one, they can send it as an attachment and look super on top of everything, all because of this great gift!
A4 Weekly Planner Pad With Habit Tracker | You Got This By Good Tuesday £12.50
Keeping track of meetings, deadlines and miscellaneous notes in addition to doctor's appointments and family commitments is easier than ever with this 8.5" x 11" planner pad. With 50 weekly planning pages, once a week is done simply peel off the top piece and start anew.
Creating the right ambience…
Lighting is key in any workspace, especially if they’re looking at screen all day. Take a look at some of these ideas that are both functional and stylish.
Tasklights
Conference-Lighting-Broadcasting-Streaming-Conferencing £29.99
Although they've made more video calls than they can count, they still haven't perfected their setup. Thanks to you, they can use this clip-on ring light, which can be adjusted between three color temperatures to give them the perfect glow.
FORSÅ nickel-plated, spherical dome shape desk lamp - IKEA £17
A classic style work lamp in steel that will brighten up anyone’s day. The arm and shade are adjustable which makes it a great lamp for reading by the desk. A LED desk light is a great investment and a must-have for the home office as proper lighting is important to avoid eye strain and headaches when you are working long hours in front of a screen.
Novelty Ideas…
Add a touch of character and personality to their workspace to make it feel more uplifting. Family photos, artwork, plants, personalized gifts will all make their workspace feel more inviting and they’ll ultimately be more productive!
Personalized Mini Plant Pot With Names Etsy UK £8
A succulent is the perfect work from home gift to brighten up the home office. Help them make the space their own by adding the personal touch. These ones from Etsy come in a personalized plant pot making them an extra special present for your WFH friend.
Uncommon Goods | Storm Cloud | Storm Glass Weather Predictor £32
A storm cloud weather predictor with crystals inside that react to different weather conditions, so not only will it look really nice sitting on their desk, but it will also keep them updated on what's happening outside, so they know if they can take that lunch break walk or not.
Personalised Mouse Mats | Mouse Pads | WTTB Print UK £9.23
A personalised mouse mat is a functional way to add personality to their office space. Stamp their initials on this neoprene mouse pad to add a personal touch to their workspace.
Telework Gift. Promoted to Home Office. Working From Home Mug - Etsy UK £18.32
You can never have enough mugs and when working from home, you definitely need a special one to mark the occasion and make that morning coffee extra special. Give this fun “Promoted to home office” mug along with the coffee warmer for a really quirky gift for the remote worker in your life.
AmuseNd USB Cool Mist Humidifier, Mini Size Cactus Humidifier £17.99
Help breathe new life into their workspace. When the USB is connected to their laptop, this adorable mini humidifier will emit a cool mist for up to four hours, helping to keep stuffy noses and dryness at bay.
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