COMMON INTERIOR DESIGN MISTAKES + How to Fix Them | Home Office Dos and Don'ts

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  • @bellapoof8255
    @bellapoof8255 3 роки тому +68

    1:36 space measurement
    2:19 needs
    3:45 desk placing
    5:29 lighting
    7:01 chair
    8:52 desk clutter
    10:23 vertical wall space
    11:36 not corporate
    12:47 work, not rest
    13:45 audio
    14:52 plants

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  3 роки тому +4

      Thanks for the breakdown Bella 🙏🏻☺️

    • @bellapoof8255
      @bellapoof8255 3 роки тому +2

      @@JulieKhuu You're welcome but I need help! Hows a loft desk? I just moved to a 4 bedroom with 3 other roommates. I'm limited to just the room.

    • @MarkDanielMiller
      @MarkDanielMiller Рік тому

      how can a monitor have glare when the back on the monitor is against the window?

  • @MsSassyMT
    @MsSassyMT 4 роки тому +48

    Perfect timing. Months later, I'm still working on having the proper home office. Years ago when I worked fulltime from home, I never cared about my office. I just worked there. Now, I want it to be a place I enjoy being in.

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому +8

      Now that we spend so much time working from home, I find it essential to a healthier mental state 👍🏻☺️

  • @viaconlon6740
    @viaconlon6740 3 роки тому +25

    I should have watched this video as soon as it came out! When I first started WFH, I made just about every mistake you called out. I recently went through a job search this year. My initial interviews were conducted with me facing the wall (I didn't get any offers) but once I turned my desk around in a 'command' position facing the door, I nailed all interviews the following week and received 3 job offers. Julie, you sure know what you're talking about. Glad I found your series!

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  3 роки тому +3

      That’s awesome Via! You’re so in tune with your space I love it!! 🙌🏻☺️

  • @mildredmartinez3950
    @mildredmartinez3950 3 роки тому +3

    This is the best WFH office I have seen in a year. You have no clue how many times I have witch from one place to another, finally donating everything in one of our spare room and use it as an office. I did what you said one thing at the time first buying a light weight white desk long enough to support monitor pc, then a tray for key boar and mouse. Now waithing on the chair..and of course shooping my home first for decor. Congratulations on this video.

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you for watching M! You’re designing with function and intent prioritized, that’s a recipe for success 🙌🏻

  • @kimberlyperrotis8962
    @kimberlyperrotis8962 3 роки тому +47

    I plug in all my lamps, etc. into a power strip attached to the underside of my desk, then I just have the one cord going to the adjacent wall. It really neatens up my office and I no longer catch my feet or chair legs on all those annoying cords. The router and all that is in a basket secured underneath the other work table, in my L-shaped work area.

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  3 роки тому +2

      The perfect tidy solution 🙌🏻

    • @hibakihiey6055
      @hibakihiey6055 3 роки тому

      🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏WOW the #LUMIY lightblade is so bright. LOVING ITTT 🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏🎰🎭🃏

    • @lilacastro8578
      @lilacastro8578 3 роки тому

      LOVes the #LUMIy lamp yiou have it so bright in your home office #workfromhome

  • @brontesaurusrex7235
    @brontesaurusrex7235 3 роки тому +7

    This video helped me so much in a small, but important way when I moved classrooms before this school year. Turning my desk to face the door changed everything about how I feel in the space.

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  3 роки тому

      That’s awesome Brontesaurus 🙌🏻⚡️

  • @sarahofer4368
    @sarahofer4368 4 роки тому +9

    This was a great topic for these days, when working from home has become so widespread. I've been working from home for several years and I absolutely love it! This winter I will give my home office a face-lift with fresh paint, some new art pieces and maybe even change up the color scheme, just a tad.

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому +1

      A little refresh changes the entire vibe 🙌🏻

  • @LovelyCrane.
    @LovelyCrane. 4 роки тому +8

    Whenever I watch your videos, I'm always blown away by your attention to detail and intelligence, Julie. Much respect!!

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you for watching and the feedback Helen! Much appreciated 🙏🏻☺️

  • @curiouslygeorgeous
    @curiouslygeorgeous Рік тому +2

    My office is getting better even though I've worked from home pre-covid. It's never felt "right" though. After watching this I spotted SEVERAL things that I instantly knew would make me feel better if I just shuffled the furniture and added some inexpensive touches. Thank you! This was very straight forward.

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  Рік тому

      That’s awesome! I hope my tips helped you improve the flow and productivity in your workspace 🙌☺️

  • @martinegiddings557
    @martinegiddings557 Рік тому

    Brilliant suggestions - just got my husband to move his desk to a more "in command" position. He used to have it there anyway, then for some strange reason moved it to facing a wall where his back was to the door - ewwhh soooo not good.... Well sadly he lost his job at the beginning of year 2023, however fast forward to now - with his great skillset and experience, he got his new position plus I made sure he had some great crystals to hand, With your guidance, I persuaded him, this weekend, that he needed to move his desk position back to where it was which was in a good 'In Command Position' facing the door - let the good times roll!!! Thank you x

  • @bridgettemylifeinstyle212
    @bridgettemylifeinstyle212 4 роки тому +9

    I work from home and didn't realize, I need to make some serious changes in my home office. Starting with my work desk. TFS

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому

      Just a little change can help the energy flow better Bridgette 👍🏻

  • @slickfast
    @slickfast 2 роки тому +1

    This is why I love design; just using logic to make you feel good! Thanks for the pointers, these are great.

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  2 роки тому

      Thank you for watching Colin 🙏🏻☺️

  • @andrear7886
    @andrear7886 4 роки тому +11

    Great video! How do you address rug placement in an office? Does the entire desk need to be on the rug, or just a portion? How about the rolling chair - does it need to be entirely on the rug? And is it similar to dining room allowances, where you need 3 feet of clearance to roll the chair back?

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому +9

      Yes on all counts 👍🏻 Rug should fit entire desk, chair, with clearance to roll back

  • @mihav5722
    @mihav5722 4 роки тому +21

    Kids room will be nice to see .. I haven’t seen anything like this so far for interior design

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому +2

      Thank you for watching Miha! It’s a popular topic, happy to address the kids!

    • @Tassy2012
      @Tassy2012 3 роки тому

      I second this phenomenal idea. Thanks for these awesome videos & useful tips Julie❤

  • @massimofi
    @massimofi 2 роки тому +1

    I really love your content. Super professional performance in front of the camera, very clear delivery and over all so engaging. Top class! I have just bought a house and I find these videos very useful.

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  2 роки тому

      Thank you so much for watching Massimo! Hope you’ll tune in for more 🙏🏻😊

  • @blake1001x
    @blake1001x 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks for this very helpful video. I'm working from home in my bedroom and not utilizing our study area. After watching this, I will now move to my study area so I can be more productive. thanks so much, Julie! Your tips are the best :)

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому

      Yes!! Let me know how it goes Miya! 🙌🏻

  • @debbieohalloran9102
    @debbieohalloran9102 4 роки тому +38

    If you set the desk in the middle of the room, away from a wall - what do you do with all you wires (lights, computer, printer, etc.)

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому +11

      Printer can stay behind you on a station/ credenza. If you have a lot of cables and wires, you can try to anchor one side of your desk on a wall and run the wires on the floor length of that wall Debbie. Check out my office makeover for how I achieved this look.

    • @katkat5420
      @katkat5420 4 роки тому +24

      Design never shows the way we really work. I have a desktop computer with three monitors, a phone, a calculator, and a printer. How do you plug all that stuff in, hide the chords and the back of the monitors with these gorgeous minimal desks in the middle of the room?

    • @denisejewell2385
      @denisejewell2385 4 роки тому +2

      @@katkat5420 I have three monitors as well on an L-shape. I have a hutch which I hate but I do need the shelving since my desk is in my living room and I don't have a bookshelf. I have my job and my business so I also have a small laptop that stays closed but it on the desk as well because it's feeding the monitors but I can't use it actually work off of it because it's so small my eyes hurt just trying. Then when I work my business I have one of those switches so that my all in one which is one of the 3 monitors but now my mouse and keyboard switch from the laptop to the all in one and one of the other monitors now works with the all in one. The only thing I have for pleasure is my coffee warmer. I have a ton of plugs and a printer that it on a small shelf next to my desk with the modem and router. This is my real world

    • @VampirePurpl3
      @VampirePurpl3 3 роки тому +1

      If you can, buy a special designed desk. They can make specials holes/openings or put special plugs around the desk.

    • @jonathandelossantos9332
      @jonathandelossantos9332 3 роки тому +4

      @@katkat5420 I agree, and I wish more designers would push back on the “power position” concept. Most of us aren’t meeting with clients at home and have little need to hide our screens from the doorway. It’s telling that most sample images of this concept have no computers or a small minimal laptop at best. I certainly don’t want to walk in and see the back of my monitor.

  • @seraphically
    @seraphically 4 роки тому +3

    so glad I found your channel. I don't have my own personal space to design yet but I would like to get tips to start thinking about that as I purchase a place. I like how you break up designs into steps. Really works with how I think!

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому

      Awesome, thank you for watching 🙏🏻✨

  • @jasonjmarchi
    @jasonjmarchi 2 роки тому +1

    It took me years to finally come up with a perfect home office. In fact, two offices, one for each of two major purposes/tasks. I even installed French doors opening onto a three-season porch to bring in more natural light and setting up a reading/study lounging area on the porch.

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  2 роки тому +2

      Sounds like the home office of my dreams Jason 😍

  • @sukhpalsandhu6341
    @sukhpalsandhu6341 2 роки тому

    Finally, some actionable ideas, and not fluff, thank you Julie

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  2 роки тому

      Thank you for watching Sukhpal! Hope you’ll catch the rest of this series ☺️👍🏻

  • @veex48
    @veex48 3 роки тому +1

    Love, love, love your top! Gorgeous!

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  3 роки тому

      Thank you for watching Vee 🙏🏻☺️

  • @niajeannine
    @niajeannine Рік тому

    great ideas! i moved my desk off the wall and facing the door. the cords threw me off but whatevs..changed my whole view of my space. I chose self employment and im making the most of it! I added a comfy chair. now plants and decor!

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  Рік тому

      I’m sure you can feel the energy shift immediately Nia! The cords are a necessary evil. I don’t even mind it knowing I’m in a command position 🙌

  • @yourbusinessvalue
    @yourbusinessvalue 2 роки тому

    One of the best videos I have ever watched. Great job and thanks!

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  2 роки тому

      Thank you for watching Michael 🙏🏻☺️

  • @jessicaoyanagi
    @jessicaoyanagi 2 роки тому +3

    Omg this video was so helpful! I just moved and I’m designing a real home office space for the first time in my life, and nothing I set up felt right. So, I am now putting all of your suggestions into action, and they are working like a charm so far! Thanks so much for the help. I have a UA-cam channel as well, so I really appreciate high-quality content!

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  2 роки тому +1

      Yay that’s awesome Jessica! Hope you’ll check out the rest of the series 🙏🏻☺️

  • @GlitzandGlam55
    @GlitzandGlam55 6 місяців тому

    Any suggestions for making your home office double as your home gym? I’m actually looking to make my home office multi-purpose for 1) work from home life 2) daily work out / gym space 3) music room with a piano (maybe leveraging the closet, removing the doors from the hinges). What does feng shui say about this? Any videos on making spaces multi-functional? Thank you!!

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  6 місяців тому +1

      Yes! I have a video that details just that- it’s called Multifunctional guest bedroom ideas. Check it out!

    • @GlitzandGlam55
      @GlitzandGlam55 6 місяців тому

      Thank you!!!

  • @zeerobles4496
    @zeerobles4496 4 роки тому +6

    Awesome as usual, Julie!!
    Thank you! 😘

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому

      Thank you for watching Zee! 🙏🏻☺️

  • @mariaameliapina5339
    @mariaameliapina5339 4 роки тому +2

    Great ideas. Thank you so much for sharing.

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому

      Thank you for watching Maria! 🙏🏻☺️

  • @ruthNcouth
    @ruthNcouth 4 роки тому +33

    Really enjoying these videos. How about powder bath and small laundry rooms? 😊

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому +10

      Great ideas, will add to my list Rava! Thank you for watching 🙏🏻☺️

    • @IconicDecoInteriors
      @IconicDecoInteriors 4 роки тому +2

      OMG YESS! Great idea

    • @rh5022
      @rh5022 4 роки тому

      What's a powder bath

    • @Larch_Lane_Puppies
      @Larch_Lane_Puppies 3 роки тому +1

      @@rh5022 two piece bathroom, toilet and sink, on main floor for guests. =Half bath

  • @rd6985
    @rd6985 3 роки тому +1

    This video was so helpful! I just moved into a new place and was clueless how to set up my home office. Thank you for the great tips!

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  3 роки тому

      So glad you got some new ideas RV! 👍🏻

  • @JustinKofford
    @JustinKofford 4 роки тому +1

    Such simple things are such game changers... My wife and I just bought our first new home and we LOVE your channel!

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому

      Thank you for watching Justin! You’ll see your home with a fresh outlook when you’re thoughtful about every decision 🙌🏻 Congratulations on the new pad! 🎉

  • @TalkyWilliam
    @TalkyWilliam 2 роки тому

    Thanks for sharing - I recently bought a new home and it has quite a big space for home office + entertainment room while I was not working. I am looking for ideas on how to decorate it and your tips will help me to avoid some mistakes. Thanks again.

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  2 роки тому

      Let me know how it goes Talky! Would love to hear what worked and didn’t 👍🏻☺️

  • @PINTERIORSTV
    @PINTERIORSTV 3 роки тому +1

    I love this video. I’m gonna watch it all over again.
    Thank you so much💋

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  3 роки тому +2

      Here when you need Liah! 🙌🏻☺️

  • @douglasyong6939
    @douglasyong6939 4 роки тому +1

    Gravitational pull from the kitchen and living room... Liked the desk placement suggestions

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому

      Thank you for watching Douglas 🙏🏻☺️

  • @Hipppio1
    @Hipppio1 3 роки тому +3

    Love your videos! Could you please do a video about offices with multiple monitors, they look awful on the centered desk! and details on lighting for video conferencing :)

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  3 роки тому +1

      Check out the video on my office makeover Hipppio, I have dual monitors floating in space. I might not love the look, but I prioritize the positive Feng Shui aspect of this placement. 👍🏻☺️

  • @ellisz5972
    @ellisz5972 3 роки тому

    Interesting choice of box on the top shelf at 6:58.

  • @jamiehasenfang8562
    @jamiehasenfang8562 4 роки тому

    Julie, I just discovered your channel. I really enjoy your addition of examples for different styles in relation to your topic. You speak clearly with a professional manner which makes following simple and easy.

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому

      Thank you for watching Jamie 🙏🏻☺️

  • @jasminelee-yang4899
    @jasminelee-yang4899 3 роки тому +1

    Awesome video Julie!

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  3 роки тому

      Thank you for watching Jasmine 🙏🏻☺️

  • @MissyEtendances
    @MissyEtendances 3 роки тому +3

    Love your channel and all the help you're always giving, but just wanted to add: the feng shui rule to have the desk not against a wall is perfect for certain types of offices. For ex: we just designed our new home office, and just like our current one, we put an ultra long double desk (actually made from a kitchen countertop :-p) againt a wall: we're a couple of gamers working from home in gaming/cloud engineering: we need our wall mount screens (2 each) and multiples computers with the associated lighting bouncing of the wall behind our screens. And we like to look at each other screens, so sometimes functionnality has to come first and the ideal design second ;-) like you always say, we need to adapt to our way of living^^

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  3 роки тому +5

      Function always comes first in my book Clodecker! You’re prioritizing your needs, the rest is a bonus 🙌🏻☺️

    • @tslilbearshoppe9870
      @tslilbearshoppe9870 3 роки тому

      I did the same thing and I love it. Two desks that are identical (chairs, lamps, computers) and one huge piece of art in between them. I have the rug and I plan to put a small conference table behind us so when you first come in you see that instead of the back of our chairs. The back of the desks are not pretty. Gotta do what ya gotta do

  • @wendyp8488
    @wendyp8488 3 роки тому +1

    All of these offices are gorgeous ⭐️

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  3 роки тому +1

      Dream spaces to inspire us Wendy! 😍

  • @robynfuller3988
    @robynfuller3988 4 роки тому +4

    This has been a great series!

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому

      Thank you so much for watching Robyn! 🙏🏻☺️

  • @SusieB361
    @SusieB361 4 роки тому

    love this video....until the pandemic, my home office was used occasionally, and my work laptop sufficed. Now, I am working form home permanently, and my office needs a drastic makeover. Over the last 9 months, its gotten more and more crowded.....2 monitors for my work plus a keyboard and my personal iMAC. The desk is too small, and the furniture is in a u-shape around the perimeter. This video has given me so many ideas...from space & floor planning to decor. Thank you!

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому

      Maybe an L-shaped return and less furniture might help the functionality of your workstation Susie! Thank you for watching 🙏🏻✨

  • @Stellaperez658
    @Stellaperez658 4 роки тому +1

    Really good tips! I need help w my laundry room. It’s an adequate size but I feel I could do more n use storage. Thank you!

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому +1

      Working on it now Estrella! Thank you for watching 🙏🏻☺️

  • @johnsjourney2221
    @johnsjourney2221 2 роки тому +2

    "You shouldn't use your bedroom, try the living room." then "Make sure your workplace is in a quiet room." Great. Thanks.

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  2 роки тому +2

      Lol. The living room can be a quiet space when the kids are in school during the day John 👍🏻

  • @AlwaysHereAndNow
    @AlwaysHereAndNow 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you Julie. My partner and I just moved in my new house (rental) and your channel is really helpful. I'm getting serious about redecorating and really making it feel like home. This video helped for my office choices. Question: What do you suggest for wall colors for offices and accent walls ( temp. wall paper, etc.)?

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you for watching Marie! Check out my video on apartment hacks for renters and the one on focal walls should help guide you. 👍🏻☺️

  • @lisacalhoun8080
    @lisacalhoun8080 4 роки тому +1

    So helpful!! Especially now that I work from home due to COVID. I was wondering if you have any Videos that help with the basics of design. I recently moved into a house (rental) for the first time and I have no clue how of where to start selecting furniture and decor. It’s harder than I expected! I feel overwhelmed. Any other videos for clueless beginners like me would be appreciated lol.

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому +1

      Check out my how to create your dream space series Lisa! 8 episodes that detail my design process step by step 👍🏻

  • @bitara5218
    @bitara5218 4 роки тому

    Love love your channel! Few questions that perhaps you could make videos out of it:-
    1. How to brighten up dark spaces in living room/bedroom/dining room?
    2. How to fix pilar right in the center of the living room? which is a bad fengshui
    3. How to increase the height of the ceiling visually?
    4. How to open up spaces if those walls are part of the structure of the house?
    5. How to construct an indoor garden?
    6. How to incorporate dark colors in tranditional Chinese family home?

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому

      Thank you for watching and the suggestions Bitara! I have a few videos on how to make small spaces/ low ceilings look bigger, check it out now on my playlist 🙏🏻☺️

  • @wolfpandasa1043
    @wolfpandasa1043 3 роки тому

    Really enjoying your videos. I have this mental block with my office. Its used for sewing, an office and a 2 seater couch with coffee table...not feeling productive at all in this space

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  3 роки тому

      Maybe start with changing the placement of the desk Bianca. Check out my small space series- the new episode on guestroom/home office may help inspire you 👍🏻☺️

  • @BLK2000
    @BLK2000 4 роки тому +7

    I really love you and your channel Julie, you make lovely videos. I'm from the UK, and I find it hard to put into practise your great ideas, when our UK homes are just generally a lot, lot smaller than the homes you design for, - would love some more ideas for super small spaces (or what we call, all UK homes). thank you x

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you for watching and the feedback Belinda! Would love to work on these videos, what is a typical size living room that you’re dealing with?

    • @BLK2000
      @BLK2000 4 роки тому

      @@JulieKhuu my living room now is 14'x13' and I did abit of research, that seams pretty average, as the average size living room in the UK is said to 16.01m2 Can't wait to see what you come up with!! :)

  • @ceceerider222
    @ceceerider222 2 роки тому

    Hi Julie, Are you planning on doing another video on office design, Feng Shui, and the dreaded cord management? I work from home and converted my dining room into a home office. Currently using a dining table in the command position facing the entrance. I have a solid wall behind me and a big picture window to the left. I am looking to purchase a desk or dining room table similar to the one at timestamp 5:12 from Kelly Behun studio. Problem is I have two monitors, a central hug to plug everything in, a laptop, and then cords going to the outlets. Cord management with an open desk in command position is a big problem. I am watching a lot of videos on cord management to see how people hide their cords and it is a lot of work. Especially if you are trying to have a stylish office and incorporate Feng Shui.
    Would love to see a video on this problem and some of your cord management ideas that leaves your office a stylish, functional workspace. Thanks.

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  2 роки тому

      I’ll share a video showing my husband’s office with three monitors. You can’t win them all so it’s best to prioritize what you want - command position or hidden cords 😅

  • @thomgrlisdebra
    @thomgrlisdebra 2 роки тому

    These tips were very helpful. My office is a 10 x 12 foot space, and I want it to be inviting. Thanks so much!

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  2 роки тому

      Hope these tips help with your styling and layout Debra! Thank you for watching 🙏🏻☺️

  • @clayjones1071
    @clayjones1071 3 роки тому +1

    What about color for the office? I don't know if you are still looking at comments here, but I'm moving and wam excited about having a dedicated office! I'm thinking about colors and notice that the walls in a lot of offices you see online are in the blue range. Is that something to be favored over reddish colors that (I think?) are more about energy etc? Don't we want energy for the office? #fenghuh?

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  3 роки тому

      Thank you for watching Clay! Go with what you’re inspired by. Check out my video on how to pick the perfect color palette for your space 👍🏻

  • @cdsandiego
    @cdsandiego 2 роки тому

    Great ideas. Thanks for posting this clip.

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  2 роки тому

      Thank you for watching Craig 🙏🏻☺️

  • @shannendunham8666
    @shannendunham8666 2 роки тому

    This video was wonderful #subscribed ! But the desk against the window thing , killed me!

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you for watching Shannen! I appreciate the support 🙏☺️

  • @jocelynbrown20
    @jocelynbrown20 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks for your wisdom!

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому

      Thank you for watching Jocelyn! ☺️🙏🏻

  • @ritaeid_19
    @ritaeid_19 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks Julie! Great suggestions!

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому

      Thank you for watching Rita! 🙏🏻☺️

  • @nikcy5672
    @nikcy5672 3 роки тому +1

    Sooooo Helpful. Thank you.

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  3 роки тому

      Thank you for watching Nikcy 🙏🏻☺️

  • @yolandaurbano1793
    @yolandaurbano1793 4 роки тому

    As always, I’ve learned a lot from your channel! Great ideas, beautiful videos! Like you, I love everything beautiful that satisfy my eyes and feelings. At my age I also have a small working area fronting the window which was recently built, but I put a nice blinds to block the sunlight. Yes, I am not perfect, thus watching your channel teaches me to adopt ideas which will make my small world beautiful!! Thank you Miss Julie. Stay safe and God bless.

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому

      Love what you said Yolanda, it’s all about finding creative ways to make our small world beautiful! 🙌🏻☺️✨

  • @Lashlove16
    @Lashlove16 4 роки тому +1

    Great tips
    Do you have any suggestions to cover my big monitors ( like the backside and stands and frame ) so it looks better
    I kept my home office super simple ( minimalistic)
    Bought a tray and upgraded my stapler and accessories to match .
    This keeps it looking fresh and easy to clean

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому +1

      I have two huge monitors and I keep them exposed Lashlove. It’s a necessary evil unfortunately and I find that trying to cover them up, only brings more attention to them 🙈 I hide my cords in a channel underneath the desk, so at least that’s out of the way.

  • @erinhuhn5514
    @erinhuhn5514 4 роки тому +2

    I love your fashion style, along with your amazing interior design tips!

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому

      Thank you for watching Erin! Fashion was my first love before design ☺️

  • @BossLady1785B
    @BossLady1785B 4 роки тому +1

    I stumbled upon your channel 2 days ago. I am so glad I did. You are so informative on so many levels. I will be decorating my new home in January and I'm so grateful for all these tips. I just wish you were here! Lol I'd turn it all over to you! ( hmmm...gotta think of the budget) Thanks a mil for sharing your expertise. Btw I subscribed during the first video and have been binge watching and sharing.

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you so much for watching and your support BossLady! Much appreciated 🙏🏻☺️

  • @tedchoi243
    @tedchoi243 3 роки тому +1

    Great tips!

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  3 роки тому

      Thank you for watching Ted! ☺️🙏🏻

  • @giraffegoesmoo
    @giraffegoesmoo 4 роки тому

    Switching up a career in the middle of a pandemic is TOUGH. BUT ... The idea of creating my own space that is functional and personal to my needs / goals is really fun and exciting! Excited to start working from home.

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  3 роки тому

      It all starts with creating a haven we’re inspired by Natasha 👍🏻

  • @anneharkin168
    @anneharkin168 3 роки тому +1

    Brilliant as always.🇦🇺🦘💕

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  3 роки тому

      Thank you for watching Anne 🙏🏻☺️

  • @rjhicks4631
    @rjhicks4631 4 роки тому +2

    Thanks! Great tips 🌹

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому

      Thank you for watching RJ 🙏🏻☺️

  • @adrianaforex
    @adrianaforex 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you for your dedication to keep this videos super helpful 🙏🏻

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you for watching Adriana! My goal is to help you DIY design the luxury home of your dreams 🙌🏻☺️

  • @lp757
    @lp757 3 роки тому

    Thanks Julie. Really needed to hear this. Super helpful. You’re the best!

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you for watching Lama! 🙏🏻☺️

  • @nicoledelvalle03
    @nicoledelvalle03 4 роки тому +4

    Hi Julie! I just found your channel and I’m so glad I did! I just moved into my new condo in October, and while I love decorations and interior design, I’m really no good at it. I’m trying to go for that modern farmhouse look, which is pretty easy considering it’s “ all the rage” right now. Reminds me of pumpkin spice lattes haha.
    For my office space, I’m a fifth grade teacher, so I’ve been working from home a lot lately. I also love to craft and make things, so I have a lot of “supplies,” like A LOT! I also have tons of text books and teachers manuals. My desk is currently under the window 🤦🏻‍♀️. I need help lol. I have no idea how to get my stuff in an aesthetically pleasing situation while also being functional. Also, can you put an area rug on top of a carpet? Would that be weird? Do you know of anyone that works in Las Vegas that could help a sister out? 🙋🏻‍♀️
    Love your channel! So glad I found you! You’re a pleasure to watch.

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому

      Yes you can place an area rug over carpet if it’s a low pile. Great way to define space and inject more color. I would source a bookshelf to store all the supplies. Check out the glam office makeover I did for more tips! Thank you for watching and happy new year! 🎆

  • @manishjape3196
    @manishjape3196 2 роки тому

    I totally agree with you on the point.
    You really impressed me at the time 4:40 when you said it should be facing the door. This is so ridiculously awesome point that every video of home office set keep missing it.
    Finally it is about privacy and being in control of the space. I do not want to be ghosted from behind my back. So many other idiots keeps telling in their videos that use your wall for screen placement and hide the wires etc.

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  2 роки тому

      You can run the wires against a single wall/ side of your desk and still be able to face the door 👍🏻 Thank you for watching Manish!

  • @quisqueya02
    @quisqueya02 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks again, Julie! This topic is very current and necessary. I have two challenges that I would love feedback on. 1. If I face my desk towards the door, there is a large window behind me that only has 19 inches of wall space beneath it. What furniture piece can I put there to provide support without blocking too much natural light in the space?
    2. My home office needs to double as a guest room. What are your thoughts on how to balance these two functions?

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you for watching! 1. Maybe no furniture and lined panels instead so you don’t block the windows (or a low bench if you need storage) 2. I love a daybed with a pull out trundle for this purpose

    • @quisqueya02
      @quisqueya02 4 роки тому +1

      @@JulieKhuu Thank you very much! I must say that I impressed that you answer comments in this section. Thank you again for being generous with your time.

  • @radhadevik.s.6481
    @radhadevik.s.6481 3 роки тому

    Thank you Julie for this informative video.

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  3 роки тому

      Thank you for watching Radha 🙏🏻☺️

  • @donnad8084
    @donnad8084 3 роки тому

    Hi Julie, love your videos! This one really gave me some food for thought, especially how you changed your approach to storing samples. Thank you!

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  3 роки тому

      Gotta go with how you’re using the space now Donna, not how you did or will use it! 👍🏻☺️

  • @bartprim
    @bartprim 4 місяці тому

    Any tips for colours? I want to know what colour my desk should be if my carpet is beige and the walls are a dull cream. Should the desk be bamboo or a dark colour? Should my overhead cabinet doors match the desktop or stand out from it?

  • @LorryMLewis
    @LorryMLewis 2 роки тому

    Thanks so much for the inspiration! And so glad I watched this before I purchased a desk! 🌼🌼🌼

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  Рік тому

      Awesome, glad it was helpful 👍

  • @alpskid
    @alpskid 2 роки тому

    I love your videos! I just spent the past two days watching your videos. You did such an amazing job breaking down the concepts. Just want to get your quick input about my home office. For my work, I need to have 2-3 big monitors with all kinds of computer wires. If I want the desk to face the entrance, then the back of the computers/monitors as well as the wires (can hide some, but not all) will be exposed to the front entrance. Do you have a solution for it? One option will be facing a smaller side wall (the room is like a rectangular odd shape, with the longer wall facing the entrance)... but I would waste lots of space in the room.

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  2 роки тому

      Thank you for watching! My husband has this condition (3 monitors) and he still prioritizes the command position and exposes the wires to face the entry. If this bugs you, you may opt to face the desk on the wall that shares the entry door so you are still in command and can see the entry. Hope that helps!

  • @johnrizzo2791
    @johnrizzo2791 3 роки тому

    I really this video. I am one to want my desk in front of the window. I close the shades for less light while I work. Open up shades while I break or end the day. I prefer Spring, Fall and Winter over the summer months. I would prefer to work from home than go to an office outside the home. I have learned to value my personal time.

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  3 роки тому

      Do what you love always John 🙌🏻☺️

  • @lisetfernandez3606
    @lisetfernandez3606 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you!! Love your ideas!!

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you for watching Liset! 🙏🏻☺️

  • @estelleaugust1860
    @estelleaugust1860 4 роки тому

    Well done J!!! My challenge now is to rearrange my work station away from the window. A home office should be cozy.

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому

      Every room should feel cozy 🙌🏻

  • @lindacurtis589
    @lindacurtis589 3 роки тому

    A new subscriber Julie. So glad your video was in my groupings of suggestions!

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  3 роки тому

      Awesome, thank you for watching Linda! 🙏🏻☺️

  • @Sonchiri
    @Sonchiri 3 роки тому

    Really great video - I loved all the thoughtful tips and inspirational photo examples

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  3 роки тому

      Thank you for watching Sonchiri 🙏🏻☺️

  • @tapiocadelight2606
    @tapiocadelight2606 4 роки тому

    Julie you're the best! My husband and I have got some really great tips from you! We're getting a new home in a few months and look forward to implementing ideas from your channel. Greetings to you from the other side of the Pacific Ocean in Papua New Guinea :)

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому

      Awesome! So glad I can be a resource when the time comes! 🙌🏻

  • @peterdalton7959
    @peterdalton7959 4 роки тому +2

    Thanks needed to watch a couple times to take in all the tips but lighting was the top of the bill.

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому +1

      Lighting is essential to productivity in an office space Peter 👍🏻 I find natural light works best if you’re only working during the daytime.

  • @loyalcarlon
    @loyalcarlon 7 місяців тому

    While recently working late into the night, I noticed myself getting spooked for no reason.
    After some thought, I observed that I had inadvertently positioned my desk so that my back was facing the door. 😅
    Flipping my desk around into a “command position,” where I could see the door, completely solved it. 😅 it works!

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  7 місяців тому +1

      Awesome 👏🏻 thank you for watching and sharing your experience

  • @jacquelineguy6231
    @jacquelineguy6231 3 роки тому

    Thanks for the great home office tips. I could use your help. I am working from home now and need to redesign my den/gym space to accommodate work. finding it tough to do all three in one room.

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  3 роки тому +1

      Think of the bare minimum needed for each zone and measure it out accordingly on a sketch of the room Jacqueline. Definitely doable if you create a designated area for each. No more, no less. If it’s still tight, something has to go or else you won’t find success in any of the three

  • @preetikothari7156
    @preetikothari7156 2 роки тому

    This is such a helpful video on what not to do for the home office ( I was guilty of a lot of these !!). One query I have is, in the spare room which is now my home-office, if I place desk in command position, I face the direction which as per my Kua number is total loss and if I sit on the opposite wall, I face my a good direction as per my Kua number but the door is on my left side about 8 feet away from my desk. Which option should I go with ?

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  2 роки тому

      Try both for a few weeks and take note of how productive/ relaxed you feel Preeti. That is my best advice when you have this condition

    • @preetikothari7156
      @preetikothari7156 2 роки тому

      @@JulieKhuu Thanks! Will try that. Also, are there any cures if I have to sit with door on my left ?

  • @crystalliving993
    @crystalliving993 3 роки тому +3

    I paused the video and moved my desk tbh haha. This video was very helpful

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  3 роки тому

      Thank you for watching Crystal 👍🏻☺️

    • @ziwa13
      @ziwa13 3 роки тому

      😂💕

  • @sagillespie4092
    @sagillespie4092 4 роки тому

    Thank you Julie for all of your tips especially on office space. Made some changes they look great! I had too much on my desk. Thank you so much, please keep the tips coming.

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому

      Me too! Totally guilty of too much clutter on my desk. Free the space then free your mind! 🙌🏻

  • @labz_kay
    @labz_kay 4 роки тому

    Enjoyed this video and have since moved my desk from the bedroom to the living room

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому +1

      Great move, hope you get more restful sleep as a result! 👍🏻

  • @alagra19
    @alagra19 10 місяців тому

    Thannks for the video. I am thinking about putting my desk in the center of the room and dont want the desk to be too big. How many inches should be between the ends of the desk and wall to comfortably pass around it? I am having a hard time finding the answer online.

  • @kitw76
    @kitw76 4 роки тому +1

    Great video!

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому

      Thank you for watching Kit! 🙏🏻☺️

  • @Erh515
    @Erh515 4 роки тому

    Slightly off topic but your look in this video is amazing! Love this video, but my husband got to choose the style for the office.

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому

      Thank you for watching Emily! I’m sure you put your stamp on the rest of the home though 😄🙌🏻

  • @nadinecius8747
    @nadinecius8747 4 роки тому

    Great series! A good source for bargain office furniture are hotel liquidator places. I have gotten some excellent deals on good quality pieces.

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому

      Yes, great tip Nadine! Especially now that offices are downsizing, so many good deals out there 👍🏻

  • @angemarie12
    @angemarie12 3 роки тому +4

    Rewatching this as I get ready to finally set up my home office. I hate seeing the back of a computer monitor, so I know my desk has to face a wall. Guess I'll be next to the door!

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  3 роки тому

      The perfect solution 👍🏻

  • @naimahq8739
    @naimahq8739 3 роки тому +1

    You don’t seem to have a restriction of space, however a small corner of my living room will be utilized as a office. I will have a very clean and non clutter space but it’s CRUCIAL for me to have my whiteboard (on the wall). Do you have ANY TIPS on how to make it discreet and hide it when not used? Thank you in advance!

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  3 роки тому +1

      You can look for a canvas art piece slightly larger than the whiteboard to affix right over it Naimah 👍🏻

  • @emmalouisejay387
    @emmalouisejay387 3 роки тому

    Your interior design videos are very inspiring and the best I've seen x thanks

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  3 роки тому

      Thank you for watching Emma ☺️🙏🏻

  • @emilyherman2549
    @emilyherman2549 4 роки тому +1

    Hi Julie! I came across your feng shui videos and I’d really appreciate your input/advice on my very short/small hallway that has two bedroom doors and a bathroom sliding door all kind of clustered towards each other at the end of this small hallway. I keep my bathroom doors closed all the time now, but I feel that the hallway can seem a bit stagnant, so I’d love your input when it comes to adding decor or anything to keep up good feng shui?
    One more somewhat stagnant area of my home is my laundry/toilet room. It has one toilet, a sink, a mirror above the sink, the mirror above the sink diagonally faces the closet with sliding mirror doors, and there’s a washer and dryer in this small space, and there’s two entry ways-one door to my bedroom and one sliding door to the main bathroom with another bathroom sink, and bath tub and sliding door which leads to the small hallway I mentioned earlier.
    Please let me know what I could do to keep the energy good and thriving and any input you have when it comes to feng shui for the hallway and the laundry bathroom! Thank you so much. I love your energy!

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому +1

      Plants in the bathroom will help soak up good chi and more lights in the hallway, either wall sconces or flush mounts dispersed down the line. Hope that helps!

    • @emilyherman2549
      @emilyherman2549 4 роки тому

      Thank you for the advice! I appreciate you

  • @cheyenneyasminsutton9377
    @cheyenneyasminsutton9377 4 роки тому

    Wonderful information as usual, Julie. Unfortunately, the only space I have for a small home office is in my bedroom. My apartment is small, and the floor plan is not the best. My small desk faces the wall and the bedroom door is to my left when sitting at the desk. my small craft area is in my living room.

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому +1

      How would it feel if you switched the two Cheyenne? Craft in your bedroom and desk in the living room? 🤔

    • @cheyennesutton2055
      @cheyennesutton2055 4 роки тому +1

      @@JulieKhuu Hi, Julie. I thought about doing that, however, my desk is smaller (24"x48") than my craft table (27"x60"). In my bedroom, I have a queen-sized bed, chest of drawers, and small bookcase as my nightstand. The craft table should probably stay where it is. The craft area actually looks kind of cool where it is, and the good thing is that I can fold it and hide it completely behind my loveseat (70" wide) should I need more space for entertaining after the pandemic has ended.
      I am thinking of replacing the folding table in my bedroom, and getting a small white desk (24"x36"). That will look much nicer, I think.
      Thank you for replying; I appreciate that very much! God bless you!

  • @livingwikipedia1952
    @livingwikipedia1952 2 роки тому

    My home office has many of the issues you have mentioned. However, my main issue is that I'm 18 and will continue living with my parents for a long time (my university will be close to my home). Therefore to have some privacy, my office is also my bedroom and my overal options to make some change are limited. Still, I will try doing my best to follow your advice as much as I can.

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  2 роки тому +1

      Hide the laptop at night, keep your paperwork neat, tidy and hidden away. That will help immensely 👍🏻

  • @agnesmbijiwe2208
    @agnesmbijiwe2208 4 роки тому

    Hi Julie your ideas always come in handy for me all time. But just a question. What if the space you got is the same space you have to sleep in what do you do?

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому

      Just try as best you can to cover up the monitors/ tech gear at night when you sleep. A blanket/ scarf, anything to conceal the active work energy.

  • @edwandaseymore1847
    @edwandaseymore1847 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you for your channel it's so helpful

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  4 роки тому

      Thank you for watching Edwanda 🙏🏻☺️

  • @nuooossa
    @nuooossa 3 роки тому

    Many thanks for all these valuable tips! You inspired me a lot!

    • @JulieKhuu
      @JulieKhuu  3 роки тому

      Thank you for watching 🙏🏻☺️