1. Purchase the right furniture: A rule of thumb is to measure. Do it more than once. This way you know what the dimensions are so you know how much space you have to work with. You’ll have a better idea of the style and size of furniture that will fit best in the office when you have the dimensions available to you.
2. Comfort and priorities: Remember that comfort is more important in an office setting since you’ll be there much longer than you are at home. Sure, you want your home office to look good, but it’s better to have furniture that is comfortable and practical for you than to have something that looks great but is uncomfortable and causes ergonomic problems in the future.
3. Be budget minded: Designer furniture can cost a bunch, so do the math first. Spending more than you can afford only causes more headaches down the line. Also, when you have a budget, you’ll be more likely to avoid purchasing something on impulse that is more than you can spend.
4. Think more lighting: An environment that’s bright and well-lit is a happy place. If you’re stuck in a room that has no windows, make sure you have ample lighting all around. Trust us, your eyes will thank you 10-20 years down the line.
5. Invest in an office chair: If you’re working from a chair for more than 4-6 hours a day, you want it to be comfortable. Don’t settle for big box brands and look to spend at least $100 for a decent one. It should feel good, it should be adjustable, and it should have casters so you can easily move around.
source: Unplggd.com
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I agree with all of those! Its getting harder to find a budget-friendly website though. My coworker just got an ergonomic chair, a mirra chair, from officedesignsoutlet.com and she was really happy with the outcome. I’m thinking about going there.