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Adequate office storage solutions are absolutely indispensable in a home office, especially a small home office or a shared home office space. In the home, keeping office accessories organized and safe can help establish a clear separation between your home life and work life, and set you up for smooth transitions to and from your workday. If you share your office space or if your office space is accessible to other members of your household (especially little ones), proper office storage solutions can be the key to keeping your items safe and secure.
Home office storage can take many forms, but one of the most space-efficient forms of office storage is office shelving. Office shelving comprises vertical storage units with any number of shelves. These storage units can be freestanding or wall mounted, and are designed to make the most of a limited amount of floor space – especially in the case of wall shelves. At Design Within Reach, shop effective modern office shelves and shelving units that will help you keep on top of your office organization.
Types of Office Shelves
Wall Shelves
Office wall shelves are some of the most space-saving office storage solutions available, as they take up zero floor space. These wall-mounted shelves affix to your walls and make use of otherwise unused space. Though wall shelves may be unable to hold as much weight as freestanding shelf units, they are great for lightweight office supplies and double as display shelves for decor and collectibles.
Freestanding Shelving Units
Freestanding shelving units are, as their name suggests, freestanding – they do not require screws, hooks, or nails and instead are fully independent pieces of furniture designed to add vertical storage where necessary. Freestanding shelves can be wide, narrow, short, tall – some are even adjustable shelving units, made to be configured how you see fit. Some freestanding shelves, including bookshelves, comprise columns of only shelves, while others may have drawers or cabinets.
Ladder Shelves
Ladder shelving units are kind of a hybrid between wall shelves and freestanding shelves in that they stand on the floor but must lean against the wall for support, like a ladder. These shelving units have multiple shelves staggered up their height and work great for organization and decorative displays alike.
How to Choose Office Shelving
The most important thing to consider when selecting shelving for your office space is the dimensions of your space, particularly the amount of floor and wall space you can comfortably dedicate to storage. Office shelf dimensions vary widely and are made that way to allow for flexible use. Many home office shelving unit styles offer collections of units of different sizes, so that you can choose a piece that will fit your space. If you’re low on floor space, look for space on your walls where wall shelves might be a good fit. If you have high ceilings and ample floor space available, consider a large and tall bookcase that will make the most of all that space. For a custom piece, shop modular and adjustable shelving units that will afford you the freedom to choose the number of shelves and other storage features that is right for you.