Add Stylish Ergonomic Seating

Many homeowners spend a substantial chunk of their week within their home office. It is easier to dictate the working environment from home, and comfort should be at the forefront of a home office design. Ergonomic seating will maximize comfort. Incorporate adjustable chairs designed to improve posture and support the back.

Style doesn’t have to be sacrificed for comfort. There are a variety of ergonomic chairs that still offer a sleek look to complement a home office. Choose a chair that matches the room’s style and color scheme to combine both comfort and aesthetics

Consider the Psychology of Colors

Working can be stressful and tiring, even while working from home. Creating a home office that uses the psychology of color can help lighten the burden by creating a feeling that helps to push through the work week and get maximum positive results. The psychology of color focuses on the various feelings and moods that colors inspire in people, and each color choice made for the home office can have a different impact.

Different colors have been found to have varying impacts on the human psyche. Reds and oranges are known for inspiring energy and raising metabolism and heart rates. Greens and blues tend to have a calming effect due to their earthy, outdoor feel. When picking the color of a home office, consider the moods and feelings wanted while at work.

9311 Ridgeview Road, Belvidere, IL 61008

4 beds | 4 baths | 3,920 sq ft | $650,000

Beautiful home w/ nearly 4000 sq ft of living space sits on over 2 acres tree lined lot. Impressive façade with curved driveway & professional landscaping creates exceptional curb appeal. This property boasts a new heated saltwater pool with waterfalls and an additional 840 sq ft new pool house/guest suite taking “staycation” to a new level. Huge new composite deck w/ black iron railing and laid stone tile surrounding fenced pool. Beautiful entry foyer w/ curved staircase & striking chandelier. Generous sized formal living and dining rooms, plus family room open to light and bright kitchen. Main floor laundry and office. Interior to exterior, this home has had significant upgrades in the last few years, including remodeled master suite, remodeled baths, tiled fireplace and all light fixtures. Beautifully finished lower level, complete with rec-room with wet-bar, 2nd family room, guest suite and updated bathroom. Huge list of improvements, newer roof, HVAC, washer and dryer, kitchen appliances, countertops, tankless water heater, etc. This is a one of a kind you don’t want to miss. Super convenient to Rockford or Belvidere, Belvidere North Schools. Don’t wait!

Your perfect home awaits...tucked away in the quiet woods of Charmaine, Frankfort’s hidden gem! This stunning 5 beds, 3.5 baths home features hand scraped maple flooring throughout, 9’ ceilings, & over 7,000 sq ft of space to call your own. The main level features an office w/ french doors, formal living room, formal dining, Chef’s kitchen, family room, & laundry room. Kitchen features all Thermador appliances, granite counters, Carrara marble island, walk-in pantry, & eating area. Endless potential for entertainment w/ the kitchen leading into the family room which features a stone fireplace. You can also take your entertaining (or cozy quiet nights) outdoors to the private, paver patio w/ stone fireplace under the canvas of 200 year old oak trees. Thoughtfully placed “T” stair case split from foyer & kitchen leads up to the second level is home to all 5 bedrooms. The primary suite has two walk-in closets & en-suite bathroom features marble throughout the walk in shower, double sink vanity, & flooring which surrounds a stand alone soaker tub. Flexible floor plan you can customize to your needs, with 4 more bedrooms & a Jack & Jill bath between bedrooms 2 & 3 AND 4 & 5. About 2k square feet in basement w/ 10’ ceiling & roughed in plumbing can be finished to your heart’s desire. Additional home features: 4 car heated garage, dual zoned HVAC, whole house generator, underground sprinkler system, all brick and stone exterior, gutter guards, pull down stairs to attic in one closet & standing attic storage along the wall in two bedrooms. As an extension of Butternut Woods, Charmaine is the perfect balance of secluded nature while being close to all Frankfort has to offer - award winning schools, shopping, restaurants, walking trails, & more!