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Ultra-coolDESK ACCESSORIESSee our stationery specialnext issue – on sale 31 Aug.Like us on facebook.com/styleathomemagFEATUREROSALIND ERSKINEThe only way is upIf you can convert your loft, then why notset up an office there? Velux or dormerwindows will let in the light, and you’ll havelots of privacy. Go for Mid-Century furniture,like the Florence desk, £450, and a lampwith a marble base, £58, both Oliver Bonas.``````Go for beautiful boxesGive your study area a femininetouch with the addition of prettystationery and pastel-coloured files.Create interest with bright boxes,from £25 each, and the eye-catchingCork Cone noticeboard, £19, allAmara. Extra storage for magazinesor brochures can be placed inshelves under the desk.``````Off the wallNot sure what to do with a small, narrowspace? You could turn it into a craft areaby being creative with storage and usingall available walls to house a variety ofpretty boxes, drawers and shelves. Usethem to hold and display everything youneed for your weekend DIY projects.``````Perk up your lookIf you’re using a corner in a room, be boldwith the decor to make it stand out. Hotpink and bright orange complement softerfloral and pastel schemes, which is perfectif the office is part of a bedroom.TOP TIPS FOR ASTYLISH STUDYGet your head down andthink about the little extras``````EMBRACE NATURAL LIGHTThis will not only make your officea better working environment, butif you’re sitting next to a window,you’ll benefit from an outside view.``````CHOOSE STYLISH STORAGEThink about the theme you want,and pick magazine racks, shelvesand boxes in colours or patternsthat complement this scheme.``````STREAMLINE YOUR SPACEKeep items, such as extensioncables, hidden away. And remember,a clutter-free desk promotes a muchmore productive setting.``````SPLASH OUT ON LIGHTSPick lighting that suits your office,whether it’s a desk or floor lamp,overhead spotlights, or all three!Base your decision on what you’llbe using the study for.``````Loft task lamp in grey,£30, Marks & Spencer``````Flamingo A6 notebook,£1.95, Dotcomgiftshop``````Pigeon Post letter rack,£20, Red Candy``````housetohome.co.uk/styleathome SEPTEMBER 2016| 25HOME OFFICE Do it