Work from Home Like a Pro: From Standing Desks to Ergonomic Chairs

Finding it hard to work from home? While most of us would love the convenience of working from our own space, finding the right combination of furniture and ambience for productivity can be difficult. And this is why creating a thoughtfully designed workspace can make a significant difference in your work day, allowing you to stay focused, energised, and comfortable. 

What makes working from home so hard? Often, a home office blurs the boundaries between personal and professional life, which can lead to distractions and decreased productivity. Without the physical separation of an office environment, it is easy to succumb to interruptions from family members, household chores, or even the lure of comfort and leisure. 

The secret lies in creating a dedicated workspace that fosters both flexibility and focus. This might mean setting up a well-organised, ergonomically designed office area where you can seamlessly switch between tasks and positions, such as using a standing desk to alternate between sitting and standing, and investing in a high-quality ergonomic chair for prolonged comfort. Additionally, establishing clear work hours and boundaries, using organisational tools, and minimising external distractions can help maintain a professional mindset and enhance productivity. 

Read on as we review some of our favourites for a comfortable home workspace. Featuring essential components like a standing desk, a truly ergonomic chair and desk accessories, these work for any office setup no matter the size of your home. 

Ergoworks Signature Standing Desk 

If you are still new to the concept of a standing desk or have been tempted to invest in one, know that this upgrade can revolutionise your home office with immense flexibility and health benefits. 

Given the abundance of standing desks on the market, it is crucial to select a brand that offers optimal comfort without compromising on quality and innovative features. Plus, just as with any significant health-related investment, price shouldn't be your primary concern either. 

So, in a market flooded with desk advertisements, which one do you choose? Say hello to Ergoworks' Signature Standing Desk range that has both, a combination of style and functionality, and your health and wellbeing in mind. 

Ordering Your Dream Standing Desk

When it comes to ordering an Ergoworks Signature Standing Desk, customers can easily skim through the various options for tabletop material and the benefits these offer. From anti heat, shock, scratches to 100% Recycle Material, velvet touch and other premium features, designing your dream standing desk is as easy as the touch of a button. With flexibility in desk size and surface materials, the Ergoworks standing desk can be tailored to fit your specific needs and aesthetic preferences. This customisation ensures that your workspace is not only functional but also visually pleasing.

Should you prefer to experience these in person, Ergoworks also have a physical showroom at Marina Square where they offer aa free consultation to personalise your work space. 

Benefits of the Ergoworks Signature Standing Desk

Once you have the Signature Standing Desk set up to your preference, the biggest difference in your work station will come from its adjustable heights feature. The Ergoworks standing desk boasts a smooth and quiet height adjustment mechanism, allowing you to switch between sitting and standing positions with ease. Unlike other standing desks we love how this one adjusts quickly(60mm/s) and accommodates different heights ranging from 60cm to 125cm– a boon for families with both short and tall individuals! 

Don’t worry, you can also save your favourite position with its preset memory function so adjusting it to personal specs is easy and fast. Got children? Then you will be thankful for its child lock and anti-collision features!

The Ergoworks Signature Standing Desk allows you to stand while taking calls or presentations, and reduces the risk of health issues associated with prolonged sitting, such as back pain and poor posture. In fact, the Ergoworks Signature Standing Desk has been endorsed by the The Chiropractic Association (Singapore), Singapore Physiotherapy Association, and a collaboration with the Association of Chiropractic Malaysia(ACM) for its associated health benefits.

A Work of Design: Good Looking and Long-Lasting 

Gone are the days of unkempt study tables and ugly wiring. The Ergoworks Signature Standing Desk is a work of design, crafted from industrial-grade steel and finished with a sleek powder coating. Customised for your space and room size(between 900-1800mm), you can also match colours and colour ways to your doors, flooring or general aesthetics, making it a seamless extension of your style rather than just a practical piece of furniture. 

With its exquisite design also comes an anti-wobble stability that can support upto 130kg weight and an OLED control panel which offers convenience, speed, and USB-A and USB-C ports for easy device connections.

Hate cables showing under your desks? Ergoworks have also incorporated a nifty cable management system that keeps long cords in place, giving your workspace a welcoming and tidy look. But that’s not all. Should you want to enhance the capability of your desk or working space, you can also add accessories(bought separately) such laptop stands, keyboard trays and drawers that seamlessly integrate with the desk, elevating your overall ergonomic experience.

Finally, free shipping over $130, exchange within 7 days and a generous 10-year warranty, makes the Ergoworks Signature Standing Desk, one of the favourite desk options in Singapore. 

The Ergo Truly Perfect Chair: Comfort Meets Ergonomics

Do you suffer from back pain? Office workers or those who spend a large proportion of their working hours at a desk often experience back pain due to poor lumbar support. And while you can do a number of things to relieve your back of this pain, one of the easiest ways to help is my getting the right chair. 

This is why a high-quality office chair is a crucial element of a productive home office and an investment worth indulging in. Cue, the Ergo Truly Perfect Chair is designed with ergonomics in mind, to prevent lower back pain and promote a healthy posture.

Meticulously designed over 3 years, the Ergo Truly Perfect Chair offers customisable lumbar support to give the right alignment for your spine. This is especially helpful for those working long hours at a desk, as the feature supports natural body movements reducing strain and discomfort. 

The ordering process for the Truly Perfect Chair is simple; just choose your favourite colour and have it delivered to your convenience. 

Your journey with the Truly Perfect Chair begins once it arrives at your home. Unlike any other chair, this one is completely personalised - you need to customise the chair's height, backrest, armrests, and seat to your specific body dimensions, ensuring it is meant just for you. 

Aside from the comfort that comes with this step-by-step personalisation, we absolutely love the breathable mesh fabric that stays cool throughout long working hours. And while the mesh fabric feels light, it is durable and high-quality, allowing for proper support without the discomfort that often comes with office chairs in Singapore. 

And we put it to test. Having used the chair over a month, and consistently so, we have seen a dramatic improvement in back strain, general posture and comfort. The supportive head rest in particular has helped relieve neck strain - and can be adjusted based on the user and their height too! Did we mention that its effortlessly smooth wheels don’t mark parquet flooring, removing the need for unsightly mats under office chairs.

The Ergo Truly Perfect Chair gives you the comfort your back deserves while leaving your space to feel clean, open and aesthetically pleasing - as simple as that sounds, it’s hard to find an office chair in Singapore that can truly do so! 

Accessories for the Ideal Home Office Setup

Now that you have the right standing desk and ergonomic chair, it might be time to look at other accessories to enhance your home office set up. Start by optimising your lighting to reduce eye strain—combine natural light with adjustable task lighting to create a well-lit workspace. Buy quality storage solutions to keep your workspace clutter-free, and ensure your technology is up-to-date and seamlessly integrated to support your workflow efficiently.

Lighting and Ergonomic Accessories

Investing in good lighting can help reduce eye strain and while natural lighting is ideal, if you don’t have enough of it in your study area, a high quality desk lamp is a worthy buy. You can even get a multi-functional lamps such as the Ergo Eye Care Led Desk Lamp with Qi Wireless Charger & Digital Clock which has a built-in charger allowing wireless phone charging thereby freeing up desk space. The warm white light is comfortable for your eyes both for reading and laptop use, and comes with an adjustable arm and headlamp. 

Laptops are also best placed on a laptop stand to give you the right ergonomic support. Ergo’s  Laptop Stand 360 with Magnetic PD 100W 5-in-1 USB Adapter is compatible with a wide range of tablets and laptops(up to 17") and offers effortless rotation, ventilation and a magnetic USB adapter. 

An equally worthy accessory, is their Monitor Stand Riser Desk Organizer that can be personalised as per your colour and size. This sleek innovation reduces strain on your neck and shoulders instantly by raising your monitor to an optimal viewing height of 4cm or 7cm. 

Declutter, Decorate and Organise

With the essentials set up, it’s time to take a look at everything on your desk and reorganise. With each added element, comes a whole set of wiring and plugs that can make your work area seem cluttered and unsightly - not the look you are looking for in a productive space!

Consider adding a keyboard tray, mouse pad and other storage solutions to keep office supplies and personal items neatly arranged. The Elecom PCA-DON02BK Desk Organizer is a smart design complemented with a steel hanger and cable organiser for stationery and small items. The Comfy Desk Mouse Pad makes for the ultimate workstation companion with its dual-sided PU leather and matte fabric options. It also features two magnetic sides to seamlessly integrate the Detachable Magnetic Qi Wireless Charging Pad, providing convenient and wire-free charging options. Furthermore, the desk mat allows for supportive wrist and forearm rest essential during extended computer use. 

Finally, we find that adding personal touches to your work environment with plants, motivational art or even your favourite books can make it feel like your own special space. Crafting the perfect home office in Singapore involves more than just functional furnishings; it is about creating a space that blends productivity with comfort. By integrating thoughtful design elements, such as ergonomic furniture and personalised decor, you can transform your workspace into a haven for focus and creativity. Here’s to productive work days without compromising on comfort and your health - 

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