home office solutions
Helping you create a dedicated work and study area for your home – no matter how big or small.
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kaboodle home office solutions Did you know you can use kaboodle products to create a stylish and functional study nook or home office space? With working from home and remote learning becoming the new normal, having a dedicated home office or study space where you can work productively is becoming increasingly important. Sure to maximise productivity – kaboodle’s home office solutions include products that can be purchased off-the-shelf from your local Bunnings warehouse to ensure you get a quick home office fix with minimal modification! Let’s explore a few different home office styles that you can achieve depending on your available space, so you can start to plan what will work best for you.
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smart spaces study nook If space isn’t on your side, it’s important to take advantage of every nook and cranny - you don’t need lots of space to create a practical work station! To ensure you make the most of your space, use kaboodle benchtops to create open or floating shelves. We have a wide range on offer, including natural timber and timber-look options that work wonders. They look sleek and stylish while also posing as a practical place to smash out some study or work. 3
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quick extension study nook With businesses embracing more flexible working arrangements and remote learning becoming commonplace, we’re all spending more time at home. Our home is where we live, work and play and it needs to be allencompassing. Flexible spaces and distinct zones that work together while retaining separate functions will allow you to maximise productivity.
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want to take your bedroom storage up a notch? Why not create wardrobes with ample storage and add on a stylish study nook as well. To create this study nook, we used: • 450mm wall cabinet • plaza handles • timber-look hazelnut benchtops
We cut down pieces of the benchtops to create the floating desk and open shelves, creating a stylish and functional, Scandi-style space anyone in the family would be happy to work from!
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plan design tip: to make your desk more functional and add an element of sophistication, you can install our new under cabinet LED lighting. This smart accessory cleverly diffuses the light source, which will obviously help you to work and study a whole lot better!
get the look with our hazelnut benchtops and hazelnut v doors and panels
quick extension study nook It’s always a good idea to be smart with your space, so why not create a study nook as an extension of your kitchen? You’ll create a functional workspace that also doubles as a stylish storage solution! To get the look, simply choose from our benchtop range. Remember, our modular range is in store and available to take home today.
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get the look with our paint your own doors in alpine profile and American oak benchtops
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You can also make our products work to create a dedicated, built-in home office. Using our base cabinets and benchtops, you can create the perfect desk space. If space permits, you can even add wall cabinets or open shelves above the desk to store files, stationery and decorative items too. With working and studying from home becoming the norm, having a functional, ergonomic and stylish desk is a non-negotiable. To create a more custom look, you can use our raw board paint your own doors to curate the exact colour palette you’re after. Kaboodle’s range of customisable options allow you to make the most of your dedicated home-office space. Use modular products to fill the majority of your room, then include customisable cabinets and benchtops to fit the remaining space perfectly! Here, our paint your own doors have been used in the alpine profile, paired with our timber benchtops to add some warmth and rustic charm to the space.
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productivity powerhouse
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These studies really do tick all the boxes when it comes to an at home set-up - ample storage, desk space, not to mention they look great too!
plan design tip: if you have an existing kaboodle kitchen, consider how you can incorporate a study nook into the space or if you’re adding a home office to a separate room, consider using the same doors, panels and benchtops used in your kitchen to create a cohesive look and feel throughout your home.
get the look with wattleseed and wild garlic doors and panels, basalt benchtops and cabo handles
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freestanding desks Updating your desk to reflect personal style, while also creating a more comfortable, ergonomic home office environment is a great idea, as it will allow you to embrace more balance when studying or working from home. You can create this freestanding desk at home using the below kaboodle products:
to open – your choice) • handles if you need them (we have used j-pull panels to create a handle-less look) • 8mm dowels • 50mm wood screws • 70mm wood screws • PVA glue
• 900mm deep timber benchtop
• benchtop finish
• kaboodle 3 drawer cabinet (any modular size
• screw on feet to lift your drawer cabinet and allow
dependent on your space)
the bottom drawer to slide
• 3 drawer panel pack in your chosen colour • 1 or 2 blind corner base panels (these are optional but will colour match the side of your drawers to the front
process that will enable you to create the perfect DIY
for a better finish)
desk, maximising storage and also adding an element
• 3 pairs of drawer runners (standard, soft close or push 10
Visit the kaboodle website to check out our 10-step
of design flair with a waterfall end!
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When it comes to creating a workspace for kids, it’s common that they will complete their homework at the island bench or dining table. If space permits, this should not be a permanent solution.
Island benches and dining table heights will usually be too tall for small children ergonomically and will also mean that these areas are likely to become cluttered and untidy… and let’s face it, no one likes that! Kaboodle has created a DIY hack to help you create a gorgeous desk not only for yourself but your child/ children. You can change up the doors, panels, handles and benchtops to reflect their personality and it also makes for a fun and productive weekend activity! You can create this freestanding desk at home using the below kaboodle products: • 2 x 2400mm hevea benchtop (1400mm for parent desk + 1000mm for child desk) • 300mm medium wall cabinet • 300mm medium wall end panel • 450mm base cabinet • 1 x 450mm door • medium wall door • 1 x 96mm matt black salento handle and 1 x 160mm • hinges • hardwax oil Visit the kaboodle website to check out our how-to video for more information around how you can create the perfect desks, all from the comfort of your home. 11
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designing your home office Here are some design tips to help you create the most efficient home office solution for your home. measure your workspace The first and most important step to designing your
maximise your space with our customisable options
home office is understanding the space you have to
If you have some extra space to work with, maximise the
work with, so you can maximise every nook and cranny!
potential of your new home office by using kaboodle’s
Kaboodle’s design blog has a detailed measuring guide
range of customisable options. Use our modular products
to help you every step of the way.
to fill the majority of your home office, then order
bring your home office to life with the 3D kaboodle planner The 3D kaboodle planner is the perfect tool to visualise
width needed to fit your remaining space perfectly - giving you the designer look without the designer price tag.
your DIY home office space. By using our 3D planner,
need some help?
you can discover the variety of options available with just
Contact our friendly customer service team who are on
the click of your mouse. Plan out the space, then mix and
hand to make creating your home office solution process
match cabinets, benchtops, colours and handles until you
as easy as possible.
have developed the perfect design for your home.
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customisable cabinets, doors and benchtops to the exact
purchase
purchasing your home office solution shop in-store or online at Bunnings Warehouse Once you’ve got your design finalised, head to Bunnings If you can’t make it in store, kaboodle’s range of modular products are available for contactless click and collect or delivery from the Bunnings website.
speak to a Bunnings team member about product availability Kaboodle products are available either: • off the shelf • delivered to store within 7 days • extended lead time Our modular range is ideal for a quick home office solution!
deliver
getting it home can you collect your products or do you need them delivered? Take off the shelf items home with you after purchasing, or speak to a Bunnings team member to arrange delivery for a nominal fee.
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remove any existing furniture and prepare your space got any old furniture or office items?
get preparing
You can either donate, sell or reuse them within your
Prepare your new home office space. Make sure your
home. Visit the kaboodle design blog for some more
working area has access to power sources and is free of
info on what to do with your old items.
clutter. It’s a great idea to tidy up any plaster or paint damage before you install your home office.
install
create your home office doing it yourself?
getting an installer?
If you are going to create a DIY home office solution,
Not keen to install your home office yourself? That’s ok!
we’ve got plenty of support available! Follow our
Ask about installation services at the special orders desk
assembly instructions and check-out our how-to
at Bunnings Warehouse. Bunnings has partnered with
videos, or if you get stuck, reach out to our friendly
hipages and can connect you with a technician.
customer service team.
remember to recycle your product packaging Almost all of kaboodle product packaging is recyclable.
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enjoy
enjoy your productive workspace stay in touch While you’re working or studying at your brand new home office space, be sure to keep an eye on our website, Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest and YouTube pages for more great styling tips. You’ll see plenty of ways to use kaboodle in other rooms of your home like the laundry, bedroom or even in your living areas!
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