Desk Layouts for Comfort and Productivity
Do you spend your days working in front of a computer? Then, chances are you’ve experienced many occasions of being uncomfortable at your desk and have found yourself wanting to reposition. Whether you’re working at the office or remotely, you’ve probably expressed dissatisfaction with your screen size, desk height, or ergonomics. And unfortunately, people often tell you to deal with it, leading you to accept discomfort as the norm. You may believe there aren’t many ways to work more comfortably and productively. Still, as Roanoke’s local IT consultants who spend a lot of time working behind desks and screens and know how to optimize our workspace, we want to share some of our favorite screen and desk layouts for comfort and productivity!
Standing Desks: The One Everyone Is Talking About
By now, we’re sure you’ve heard of the standing desk, and you’ve probably had your ear talked off about its benefits by the proponents of it! But inevitably, the constant standing required by this format becomes tiring quickly.
Enter the height-adjustable desk! This option is optimal for laptop users but can also work with certain sizes of desktop monitors. Everyone knows that constant sitting isn’t good for you, but sometimes you’re so locked into your work that you don’t want to step away! This makes the height-adjustable variant one of the best desk layouts for comfort and productivity, as you don’t have to step away to stretch your legs, causing you to lose focus.
This desk layout also offers numerous health benefits. Research shows that it aids in improved circulation, reduces back pain, lowers the risk of chronic diseases, and enhances posture. Plus, the movement it encourages can help your overall concentration and motivation! And, of course, comfort!
Multiple Monitors...Are You Monitoring Your Workspace?
We are personal fans of dual-monitor setups here at AesirTech Consulting (let us help you choose the best for your office space!). This layout is ideal if you frequently work with large amounts of data, spreadsheets, presentation software, or conduct research. You can keep your browser open on one screen and your software open on the other. Regardless of what you spend your time on, extra screen space isn’t a bad thing!
But how do you make two screens work well when it comes to desk layouts for comfort and productivity? We think a corner desk setup is best suited for working with dual monitors. It creates a natural angled setup perfect for the way you’ll be alternating between the two screens, reducing unnecessary head turning. It also allows you to move your arms more freely and position your wrists comfortably, making it one of the most ergonomic desk layouts for comfort and productivity.
This setup maximizes your room’s space, provides privacy, and makes cable management easier. If you’re into decluttering, this is the way!
Collaborative Comfort?
What if you’re in an office that thrives on collaboration? We suggest the floating desk layout, with the desk placed somewhere in the middle of the room rather than against a wall or in a corner, not confined by typical boundaries.
If you’re frequently looking for feedback and idea generation and find yourself tossing ideas back and forth often, this layout makes it easy to venture to another desk (while also getting that much-needed leg movement!). Media and creative industries successfully use this style to enhance collaboration. The dynamic environment it creates fosters greater overall work enjoyment and productivity.
Here To Keep Your Tech and Office Experience Simplified
AesirTech Consulting serves businesses across all industries in Roanoke, the New River Valley, Richmond, Virginia, and nationwide via remote support. We are happy to make recommendations on the appropriate equipment for your workspace, depending on your business’s size, industry, and what’s already in place! Just dial us up!