For more than a year, many of us have started working from home to make room in our existing rooms for our computer monitors, piles of paper, etc., while working hard to manage children, roommates, partners, and even nosy neighbors ( Only my own) attention. ? ). In the foreseeable future, I personally will not go to the office five days a week. Now is the time to consciously improve my working from home setting. Do you feel the same? You don’t need to designate the entire room as an office space (but isn’t it a dream?) to make your home office both stylish and practical.

In fact, Crate & Barrel recently helped me and three other women with unique living environments turn our less than ideal home work space into a very stylish and personalized headquarters. Versatility is very important to each of us (especially women who share a workspace with others), so our new WFH settings are also designed to be multi-functional. Crate & Barrel has so many classic and trendy products, so this is exactly the inspiration I need to transform my fashion style into interior decoration. From the attic renovation to the dining space from table top to dinner in a few minutes, these design renovations are really impressive. You may just feel inspired to refresh your own space.

Describe a typical "day in life" in your character.

"On a normal day, I start browsing Instagram and news sites in the morning to see if there are any trends or events that I should know about. Next, I will start to sort out the story ideas for the rest of the week and think about "what fashion trends or The single product stands out to me. From there, I usually write my fashion stories or interview designers and fashionistas. "

What are the career milestones or work-related achievements you are most proud of?

"I am very proud of the latest feature article included in the September 2021 issue of Who What Wear. This story highlights my current favorite Los Angeles designer. I must understand the inner workings of managing the brand. We photographed them and their studio , I feel very intimate and true to the hard work of being a designer."

What career advice do you have for young women who want to enter your field?

"Experience is the key! Wet your feet in all areas and find out what you like best. For example, when it comes to fashion, some people prefer styling to writing. I find that I like to combine the two. I hope to do Another thing I know how to stand up for myself. Sometimes people will use young people who want to learn, but you need to figure out what you like and don’t do. But with this, please be kind and respectful People. This industry is small, so try to make a good impression."

Describe your previous work-from-home settings.

"I recently moved from a shoebox apartment in Brooklyn, so in Los Angeles, I was spoiled by more space. Now, I live in a two-bedroom apartment because my boyfriend uses the second room." As his music studio, I have been balancing my laptop on the couch. This is not ideal at all. It's hard to feel motivated when working on your couch. "

What is the biggest obstacle you encounter when working from home?

"At first, WFH seemed to be the most glorious thing. But a year later, I miss the connection I made during lunch or coffee with my colleagues. Sometimes I get distracted easily, so I create a more permanent work space in my apartment. It’s important to me. I still like to work in a coffee shop from time to time to break the monotony. It definitely needs some adjustments, and I’m still trying to find the right balance.”

How would you describe your design aesthetics?

"To be honest, it's everywhere! But I would say I am very picky about it. I find that I really like unique things that look unique, so I tend to buy a lot of antiques. Now, I prefer Scandinavia Style and post-modern style, with a touch of rusticity and Art Deco."

Describe the final design space. What do you like about it?

"I like how the furniture makes good use of my limited space in this corner. I can't decide whether I should use a traditional desk or a floating desk, but I like the idea of ​​using a ladder desk." So I can both work and Can store all my small accessories and souvenirs. This is a small space, but after working here for a few weeks, it feels very spacious. "

How is the updated space more suitable for working from home?

"Finally, I have a dedicated working area, not my sofa or my bed! In terms of ease of work and motivation, it has completely changed the rules of my game. I have a lot of things, so I am glad to finally know Where is it?"

Describe a typical "day in life" in your character.

"I started working with smart and passionate people, analyzing customer trends, and developing content and partnerships in the home furnishings industry's own and paid channels. The best thing in my job is to work with different people every day Work, and no day is the end."

What are the career milestones or work-related achievements you are most proud of?

"It's very simple! This will be a collaboration with Dr. Jane Goodall in 2020. It is a wonderful way to bring animal love and curiosity to life with such an important iconic female activist in a children's collaboration. There is Once, during a video call with my teammate and Dr. Goodall, she asked to see all our children and animals. (Yes-our children and animals!) My 3-year-old daughter Savannah met Goodall Doctor, she said,'That's the lady who saved the animals! When I shed tears, I had to turn off the camera."

What career advice do you have for young women who want to enter your field?

"Be curiosity and enthusiasm to let these two energies work together. Marketing has many different aspects, and it is always evolving, so you need to be motivated. Between multiple tasks, crazy time, and Participating in many interesting activities, working in this industry is not always easy. But persevering. It is beneficial. I always feel that I am growing up as a professional, a colleague and a mother."

Describe your previous work-from-home settings.

"I live with my husband, three children, and pitbull-boxer rescuers. When the pandemic started, I was working in the bedroom, my children were in the living room downstairs, and my husband was in my son Preston. I need a better solution to separate work from family time. There is an unfinished attic in our old farmhouse, and I decided to make this space usable.”

What is the biggest obstacle you encounter when working from home?

"Working in a temporary work environment that cannot stimulate my creativity is a huge obstacle. I need a long-term solution to work dynamically and comfortably, and I don't know how to deal with this loft space because of its structure. "

How would you describe your design aesthetics?

"Modern, clean, warm pop colors and urban farmhouses."

Describe the final design space. What do you like about it?

"This place suits me too well! It is white, bright, bright, with natural and neutral pop colors. It feels rich, warm and comfortable. The final touches have many details-think about dried plants, marble Bookends and modern lighting."

How is the updated space more suitable for working from home?

"The new cabinets are very suitable for the inclination of the attic ceiling. They provide storage space for my child’s art box, my practice weights and some of my favorite books. I exercise a lot and now I have a large mirror in front of me. Barre course. I also like the way my computer is now by the window so that I can get natural creative light and blow into the cool autumn breeze."

Describe a typical "day in life" in your character.

"Some days are full of meetings, brainstorming ideas for the brand, or synchronizing with other teams on current projects. Other times I like to call it'writing day', when I look down on all my articles and social content."

What are the career milestones or work-related achievements you are most proud of?

"A few years ago, I took the first photo of a famous luxury brand. The effect was very good. I had just moved to New York at the time. I remember walking outside the bustling street at the end of the day and thinking,'Wow, I Really succeeded in this industry.'"

What career advice do you have for young women who want to enter your field?

“Don’t be afraid to ask questions, whether you’re asking other women in your industry for advice or help, or asking your boss for her opinion on a project. No one can do it alone. I find that most women are very Support and willing to help."

Describe your previous work-from-home settings.

"I live in a fairly spacious one-bedroom apartment. This is my first time living alone, and I really enjoy my single Carrie-Bradshaw moments (that is, if Carrie Bradshaw is shopping in Zara and living in In Los Angeles). My bedroom and living room are not big enough to fit a table, so I always work at the dining table."

What is the biggest obstacle you encounter when working from home?

"I don't have a good place to move my laptop, notebooks and other office supplies there at the end of the day, which resulted in half of my dining table being permanently designated as my work space. Moving is really annoying for friends to come over for dinner Everything from time to time."

How would you describe your design aesthetics?

"I like something a little bohemian (such as baskets, dandelion grass and woven fabrics), but I still want my space to feel modern as a whole. I usually tend to be neutral, but I do a good job of incorporating popular colors Better and better. Baby's footsteps!"

Describe the final design space. What do you like about it?

"This space is so chic and noble. I feel like a real adult now! I like the table to be folded into a table, creating two unique settings to better distinguish my daytime work life from nighttime social life Come on."

How is the updated space more suitable for working from home?

"Not only is the table super practical, but I also now have a bookshelf, which is a good storage item. It can hold my books and act as my bar cart, allowing me to put away my laptop and other items. . Using trays to organize my supplies makes it so easy to move everything at the end of the day."

Describe a typical "day in life" in your character.

"My day is often a whole day of meetings, whether we are discussing sales, planning website releases, reviewing designs, or conducting development conversations. Now every meeting has a video component, whether it is one-to-one contact with team members and suppliers Call or weekly meeting for the whole team. We always participate remotely."

What are the career milestones or work-related achievements you are most proud of?

"The biggest milestone in my career was being promoted to the head of the e-commerce department in 2014. It was a big learning curve and adjustment to manage my former colleagues and build the confidence to work with other leaders. Electronic Commerce is growing every year and it has even doubled recently as customers switch to online shopping during the pandemic. I am proud that the work we did before leading to this surge puts us in a good position to handle it in 2020 The daily peak volume then continues to build and develop on this basis."

What career advice do you have for young women who want to enter your field?

"Don't underestimate yourself or your ability to learn new fields or skills. Your abilities are much more than you think. No education or training can prepare you for any job. Most of your learning and experience will "

Describe your previous work-from-home settings.

"Since I worked at home, I have been using the spare bedroom in our house. In 2020, two of my teenagers are going to school at home at the same time, so we are all squeezed in our separate rooms with the doors closed. I changed the bed from last year Putting a sofa bed makes it feel more like an office, but the table and chairs are passed down from my eldest daughter."

What is the biggest obstacle you encounter when working from home?

“When working at home, I often never get up from my chair. Zoom fatigue is real. In fact, I schedule more meetings when I’m at home than when I’m in the office because I save time on commuting. It’s tempting to think about. Working in another area of ​​the house, but considering that my children and my husband are there, I always end up returning to a room with a door."

How would you describe your design aesthetics?

"My design aesthetics are very traditional and casual. I have worked at Crate & Barrel for 20 years, so almost everything in the house comes from there or CB2. Over the years, I have been more opportunistic and practical, rather than prioritizing the design of a room , It shows! I need some upgrades."

Describe the final design space. What do you like about it?

"This space is very bright and comfortable. Everything is well integrated and powerful. The carpet is soft and warm, and it blends everything together. I like the way the room is the background of my new Zoom. The mirror makes the space feel and big Much. Spending time there makes me happier."

How is the updated space more suitable for working from home?

"The lighting is much better. The prints and mirrors make it look more professional and appropriate. Adding a small coffee table allows me to answer some calls from the sofa, which is more comfortable. The table has a great one."