Make the Best of Working from Home with 12 New Products
While COVID-19 has forced many to bring the office home, innovative design can help smooth the transition.

According to Philippe Malouin, his Kuru collection of cast handmade ceramic bowls serve as a place “where you can empty your pockets.” As both a display and an organizational tool, it can also provide much-needed space for storing valuable desktop objects. IITTALA
In the wake of a global pandemic, an unprecedented number of us have adjusted to taking the office home. While working remotely may be new to many (and social distancing new to most), good design can make this strange arrangement feel less awkward, and contribute to an environment that soothes moods and fosters wellbeing.
Whether it is a chair that feels comforting in a tense moment, an anthropomorphic vase reminding you to smile, or multipurpose furnishings that allow you to adapt your bedroom into a workplace—objects can help ease stress in such uncertain times.
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The Secrets of Finland collection designed by the Finnish-Korean design studio COMPANY brings a sense of playfulness to any space. The six objects ranging from vases, candle holders, and coin collectors are perfect desktop additions. ARTEK VIA OUR WORLD SHOPSCourtesy ArtekThe Secrets of Finland collection designed by the Finnish-Korean design studio COMPANY brings a sense of playfulness to any space. The six objects ranging from vases, candle holders, and coin collectors are perfect desktop additions. ARTEK VIA OUR WORLD SHOPSCourtesy Artek
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The Logs coat hanger is crafted from beech and oak offcuts unsuitable for making chairs. Available in nine neutral colors, the hangers can be hung individually or arranged in rows. TONCourtesy TONThe Logs coat hanger is crafted from beech and oak offcuts unsuitable for making chairs. Available in nine neutral colors, the hangers can be hung individually or arranged in rows. TONCourtesy TON
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Inspired by the German donut-like pastry Kraphen, Francesco Favaretto’s plush Bombom chair can easily accommodate both relaxing and working. BERNHARDT DESIGNCourtesy Bernhardt DesignInspired by the German donut-like pastry Kraphen, Francesco Favaretto’s plush Bombom chair can easily accommodate both relaxing and working. BERNHARDT DESIGNCourtesy Bernhardt Design
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Compatible with Qi-enabled smartphones and devices, this Wireless Charger and Mousepad helps ensure your devices never run low during long days and deadlines. MOMA DESIGN STORECourtesy MoMA Design StoreCompatible with Qi-enabled smartphones and devices, this Wireless Charger and Mousepad helps ensure your devices never run low during long days and deadlines. MOMA DESIGN STORECourtesy MoMA Design Store
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Cologne-based designer Karoline Fesser’s All Wood Stool is an adjustable, CNC-milled stool that can be pulled up to the table or used as one in itself. HEMCourtesy HemCologne-based designer Karoline Fesser’s All Wood Stool is an adjustable, CNC-milled stool that can be pulled up to the table or used as one in itself. HEMCourtesy Hem
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Ladies & Gentleman’s Composed Vanity for Dims. is a versatile design suitable for small spaces. With an adjustable, detachable mirror, the vanity can easily be converted into a desk. DIMS.Courtesy Dims.Ladies & Gentleman’s Composed Vanity for Dims. is a versatile design suitable for small spaces. With an adjustable, detachable mirror, the vanity can easily be converted into a desk. DIMS.Courtesy Dims.
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According to Philippe Malouin, his Kuru collection of cast handmade ceramic bowls serve as a place “where you can empty your pockets.” As both a display and organizational tool, it can also provide much needed space for storing valuable desktop objects. IITTALACourtesy IittalaAccording to Philippe Malouin, his Kuru collection of cast handmade ceramic bowls serve as a place “where you can empty your pockets.” As both a display and organizational tool, it can also provide much needed space for storing valuable desktop objects. IITTALACourtesy Iittala
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When it comes to working from home, getting the most out of space can be key. Doubling as a lamp and bookends, this swiveling LED task light is the epitome of multiuse. LIGHTOLOGYCourtesy LightologyWhen it comes to working from home, getting the most out of space can be key. Doubling as a lamp and bookends, this swiveling LED task light is the epitome of multiuse. LIGHTOLOGYCourtesy Lightology
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Space Copenhagen’s Link Satellite Table brings flexibility to working at home. The lightweight, trapezoidal table can slide right up to the sofa for when you get tired of sitting at your desk. HBFCourtesy HBFSpace Copenhagen’s Link Satellite Table brings flexibility to working at home. The lightweight, trapezoidal table can slide right up to the sofa for when you get tired of sitting at your desk. HBFCourtesy HBF
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When you’re working remotely, sometimes sitting on the couch or a dining chair just doesn’t cut it. Task chairs can often look out of place in the home, but Wilkahn’s 227 range fits right in while helping maintain good posture. WILKHAHNCourtesy WilkhahnWhen you’re working remotely, sometimes sitting on the couch or a dining chair just doesn’t cut it. Task chairs can often look out of place in the home, but Wilkahn’s 227 range fits right in while helping maintain good posture. WILKHAHNCourtesy Wilkhahn
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Aleksandar Lazic’s Reverse Lamp diffuses a warm, even light that creates a cozy atmosphere whether you are focusing on work or reading a book in bed. MENUCourtesy MENUAleksandar Lazic’s Reverse Lamp diffuses a warm, even light that creates a cozy atmosphere whether you are focusing on work or reading a book in bed. MENUCourtesy MENU
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