Benefits of Including a Home Office in Your New Home

Keith Sawlor, December 18, 2014 | Posted in Build; Tagged Design Considerations

Many of the homes we build today include a Home Office. There are many beneficial reasons to incorporate a Home Office into your New Home including;

• They provide a space to meet with clients after hours.
• It is a quiet place to catch up on work.
• You can make up your own hours.
• Eliminates the commute to and from work, which in turn saves you money and time.
• Able to spend more time with your family.
• You avoid the distraction of coworkers and office based noise.
• You have the ability to completely customize your work space to suit your wants and needs.
• When you no longer need a Home Office, the space can be converted to a bedroom or other room.

Be sure to discuss all the options available to you with your Builder during the design process. It is important to know the layout of your office and the equipment you will be installing. This will ensure that electrical and data lines are sized and located correctly.

Good preparation and planning is the key to your Home Office being comfortable and productive, keeping you connected with your clients and the world!

Keith Sawlor

Keith Sawlor is the second generation Owner of Sawlor Built Homes. With more than 35 years experience building custom homes in Nova Scotia, Keith has built a team that mirrors his professional knowledge and values.

Keith is a Certified Residential Builder who is also certified with many leading industry organizations. He is a Passive House Institute US (PHIUS) Certified Builder, a Net Zero Energy (NZE) Certified Builder, a Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) R-2000 Certified Builder, and a Certified Aging in Place Specialist (CAPS).

Keith is a Past Board Member of the Atlantic Home Warranty Program as well as the Canadian Home Builders' Association Nova Scotia. He is involved in many other industry programs and associations, such as the Canadian Home Builders’ Association National and Better Business Bureau.