Transitioning to team leadership while maintaining a home office required fundamental changes to both space design and functionality. The challenge: creating an environment that supports both deep work and effective team management across multiple time zones.

The Leadership Space Challenge

Leading a team from home requires different spatial considerations than individual contributor work. The space needed to accommodate video calls, whiteboarding sessions, and the psychological shift between "manager mode" and "deep work mode".

Design Requirements Evolution

• Professional video presence: Lighting, background, and camera positioning
• Acoustic privacy: Sound isolation for sensitive conversations
• Flexible configurations: Quick transitions between meeting and focus modes

Transforming a cluttered 35m² living space into a serene, functional environment required careful planning and strategic furniture choices. The goal: create a space that supports both productivity and relaxation without compromising on aesthetic appeal.

Design Philosophy

• Light colors to maximize perceived space and natural brightness
• Multi-functional furniture to reduce clutter and increase utility
• Natural materials (wood, linen, wool) for warmth and texture
• Strategic storage solutions hidden in plain sight

Key Furniture Selections

The transformation process took 6 weeks, with careful attention to maintaining functionality throughout. Each piece was chosen for its ability to serve multiple purposes while contributing to the

After two years of remote work in a cluttered spare room, I finally committed to creating a dedicated workspace that reflects minimalist principles while maximizing functionality. The transformation took 3 weeks and completely changed how I approach daily work.

Design Principles

• Every item must serve a clear purpose
• Natural light takes priority over artificial lighting
• Neutral color palette with one accent element
• Cable management as invisible as possible

Key Furniture Choices

The most important decision was choosing quality over quantity. Six carefully selected items create more impact than twenty mediocre ones.

Complete Equipment List:

• Standing desk: IKEA Bekant with Olov