Guest guest Posted May 14, 2002 Report Share Posted May 14, 2002 I would like to add to a couple of the things that Winnie said. The first being the parquet floor. In building my house I had the option of Pergo floor. I am so glad I got that. Not only can you roll around anywhere, but it doesn't get dirty the way either a carpet or linoleum would. I have a huge peace lilly in the corner, which I frequently overwater. The floor around that would be ruined by now, but this Pergo doesn't show anything. I am sure that any kind of laminate flooring would be the same way. Also you don't have to worry about wear spots or using one of those plastic runners under the chair to protect the carpeting. The second is about being able to see. My office is in the front of house and my window looks right out onto the driveway. I can always see what's going on in the neighborhood and I can see anyone even approaching my driveway. Sure does make me feel more secure. I don't like the hallway that I can see into because it is so closed off feeling looking in that direction, but since the cats and I are the only ones here, I don't get as nervous as I would if I couldn't see out in the front yard. Judy, I'm sure we have overwhelmed you with ideas. I hope you can soak them all up and come up with what's best for you. Margaret >>> " WinnieBear " 05/15/02 01:58AM >>> When we added a second story onto our house, I spent forever " designing " my office. More time on that than anything. Nothing is the way I originally planned it. I placed windows so I could see outside, etc, etc. and on and on. Where I had originally planned by L-shaped desk, didn't work at all, I discovered I couldn't stand my back to the door. On top of that, since I wasn't used to an upstairs, I finally have the desk across from the door which means I can see the hall. I was tense all the time and finally realized that I couldn't hear someone walking up and I would be nervous alone in the house because of that. I had to have the steps and hall in view. That changed all my original plans. I have to say the important thing for me is to have everything within reach that I use regularly. I have bookshelves on each side of my desk. I thought wall shelves would be enough and they weren't. Also, no carpeting. I have a wood parquet floor and it's great, I roll to everything in my chair, it's fast and easy. I also needed a second desk for doing billing. I used wall pockets to hold work and that's handy. I also have an easy chair but sure don't use it! On the windows, I had a hard time changing where my desk was because of glare if there was a window behind me. that problem was solved when I got a flat screen monitor. I have rolling bins that hold my stationary and letterhead which I can roll right next to my desk when printing, that's very handy. I'm still unhappy with my lighting. I have some wonderful lighting in my sewing room that I'd like in my office. I think it's halogen. My current lighting is on the ceiling in the ceiling fan (not bright enough) and a long arm, desk mounted task light which I need for that little print. I will be changing my lighting for sure. Make sure you have lots of plugs and phone jacks so you can change the room to however it suits you. My electrician thought I was nuts but I'm glad I have extra. And bulletin boards! I like to write things in marker on paper, like margins for accounts, words I screw up all the time, phone numbers, etc. They are in front of me on the wall and it's so handy. office question > > > We are closing on a new home next week. The house has a nice Florida room off the living room. My husband is going to re-model that room and turn it into a home office for me. > > He is practically re-building the whole room. Putting in new windows, (even placing them differently), doors, ect. My question is, do any of you have any suggestions as to ideas to make the office comfortable and practical for MT work? > > I know I should have lots of book cases, *G* but what about other things? Is there any particular thing you like or don't like about your office? Any suggestion on a good lighting to use, or things like where to put the windows in relation to my desk? > > I know this is a strange question, but he wants me to design the room and I have no idea of what would be good. Any ideas will be much appreciated. Thank. > Oh, I am on digest, so if anyone would like to respond to me through my email address, that would be good too. Thanks > Judy > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 14, 2002 Report Share Posted May 14, 2002 When we added a second story onto our house, I spent forever " designing " my office. More time on that than anything. Nothing is the way I originally planned it. I placed windows so I could see outside, etc, etc. and on and on. Where I had originally planned by L-shaped desk, didn't work at all, I discovered I couldn't stand my back to the door. On top of that, since I wasn't used to an upstairs, I finally have the desk across from the door which means I can see the hall. I was tense all the time and finally realized that I couldn't hear someone walking up and I would be nervous alone in the house because of that. I had to have the steps and hall in view. That changed all my original plans. I have to say the important thing for me is to have everything within reach that I use regularly. I have bookshelves on each side of my desk. I thought wall shelves would be enough and they weren't. Also, no carpeting. I have a wood parquet floor and it's great, I roll to everything in my chair, it's fast and easy. I also needed a second desk for doing billing. I used wall pockets to hold work and that's handy. I also have an easy chair but sure don't use it! On the windows, I had a hard time changing where my desk was because of glare if there was a window behind me. that problem was solved when I got a flat screen monitor. I have rolling bins that hold my stationary and letterhead which I can roll right next to my desk when printing, that's very handy. I'm still unhappy with my lighting. I have some wonderful lighting in my sewing room that I'd like in my office. I think it's halogen. My current lighting is on the ceiling in the ceiling fan (not bright enough) and a long arm, desk mounted task light which I need for that little print. I will be changing my lighting for sure. Make sure you have lots of plugs and phone jacks so you can change the room to however it suits you. My electrician thought I was nuts but I'm glad I have extra. And bulletin boards! I like to write things in marker on paper, like margins for accounts, words I screw up all the time, phone numbers, etc. They are in front of me on the wall and it's so handy. office question > > > We are closing on a new home next week. The house has a nice Florida room off the living room. My husband is going to re-model that room and turn it into a home office for me. > > He is practically re-building the whole room. Putting in new windows, (even placing them differently), doors, ect. My question is, do any of you have any suggestions as to ideas to make the office comfortable and practical for MT work? > > I know I should have lots of book cases, *G* but what about other things? Is there any particular thing you like or don't like about your office? Any suggestion on a good lighting to use, or things like where to put the windows in relation to my desk? > > I know this is a strange question, but he wants me to design the room and I have no idea of what would be good. Any ideas will be much appreciated. Thank. > Oh, I am on digest, so if anyone would like to respond to me through my email address, that would be good too. Thanks > Judy > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 15, 2002 Report Share Posted May 15, 2002 I've been thinking about the generator. Any suggestions on what kind or are they all the same. Size, brand, etc? Winnie office question > > > > > > We are closing on a new home next week. The house has a nice Florida > room off the living room. My husband is going to re-model that room and turn > it into a home office for me. > > > > He is practically re-building the whole room. Putting in new windows, > (even placing them differently), doors, ect. My question is, do any of you > have any suggestions as to ideas to make the office comfortable and > practical for MT work? > > > > I know I should have lots of book cases, *G* but what about other > things? Is there any particular thing you like or don't like about your > office? Any suggestion on a good lighting to use, or things like where to > put the windows in relation to my desk? > > > > I know this is a strange question, but he wants me to design the room > and I have no idea of what would be good. Any ideas will be much > appreciated. Thank. > > Oh, I am on digest, so if anyone would like to respond to me through my > email address, that would be good too. Thanks > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 15, 2002 Report Share Posted May 15, 2002 I wish I had done the extra insulation thing because my office wall abuts my bedroom wall. I always feel guilty if I'm printing with the dot matrix when hubby is sleeping, although he says it doesn't bother him. Re: office question > Judy, I just thought of something else, but I'm not sure if you want to go to this much trouble or not. When I had my house built three years ago, I was thinking ahead to times when my parents my want to come a little south in the winter and not spend all of their time in Indiana. One of the options offered was sound proofing. This actually consists of just adding a layer of insulation (just like on the outside walls) between all of the studs. This has worked out quite well. I can still hear noise, even with the door closed, but it is not enough to totally mess up my concentration or really even make those difficult docs any harder to hear. It has also in a way ended up sound proofing the guest room, because the only room the guest room shares a wall with is the office, so mom and dad can sleep in peace even when I am working and being noisy at night. Just something to think about if you can do it. Margaret > > >>> " Judy " 05/14/02 06:43PM >>> > We are closing on a new home next week. The house has a nice Florida room off the living room. My husband is going to re-model that room and turn it into a home office for me. > > He is practically re-building the whole room. Putting in new windows, (even placing them differently), doors, ect. My question is, do any of you have any suggestions as to ideas to make the office comfortable and practical for MT work? > > I know I should have lots of book cases, *G* but what about other things? Is there any particular thing you like or don't like about your office? Any suggestion on a good lighting to use, or things like where to put the windows in relation to my desk? > > I know this is a strange question, but he wants me to design the room and I have no idea of what would be good. Any ideas will be much appreciated. Thank. > Oh, I am on digest, so if anyone would like to respond to me through my email address, that would be good too. Thanks > Judy > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 15, 2002 Report Share Posted May 15, 2002 I know what you mean Margaret about the floor, I accidentally overwater too, no problem! I can't wait to replace my worn out wood floors on the first floor, this stuff is great. My husband did suggest having my office in the front of the house. No, no, I wanted to see out a window into my big beautiful tree in the back and see my flower beds. I can't tell you how many times I have to get up and look out the front windows to see who's in the driveway or what the damn dogs are barking at! On top of that, we just had to have my beautiful tree cut down because it was destroying my drains and my desk isn't even near the window to see the flower beds anymore. So much for well laid plans! Judy doesn't have a choice because her sunroom is already there but she can play with desk placement. I can look to the right to see out a window and to the left is the hall, which has a window at the end. I have to say that I did do well in the window placement as far as really getting great cross ventilation and sunlight! I would definitely be lost without being able to see outside. Actually, when they were building my second story, I had to move my office into my sunroom and I loved it! Not enough wall space for shelves, etc. because it's all windows on three sides but I felt like I was working outdoors! office question > > > > > > We are closing on a new home next week. The house has a nice Florida > room off the living room. My husband is going to re-model that room and turn > it into a home office for me. > > > > He is practically re-building the whole room. Putting in new windows, > (even placing them differently), doors, ect. My question is, do any of you > have any suggestions as to ideas to make the office comfortable and > practical for MT work? > > > > I know I should have lots of book cases, *G* but what about other > things? Is there any particular thing you like or don't like about your > office? Any suggestion on a good lighting to use, or things like where to > put the windows in relation to my desk? > > > > I know this is a strange question, but he wants me to design the room > and I have no idea of what would be good. Any ideas will be much > appreciated. Thank. > > Oh, I am on digest, so if anyone would like to respond to me through my > email address, that would be good too. Thanks > > Judy > > > > > > > TO REMOVE YOURSELF FROM THIS MAILING LIST send a blank email to nmtc-unsubscribe > > PLEASE VISIT THE NMTC WEB SITE - http://go.to/nmtc > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 15, 2002 Report Share Posted May 15, 2002 Because you don't have enough information to sort through already ... : ) I thought of a couple of other things that my office could not function without. One of those is a little space heater. I don't know about anyone else, but it can be 100 degrees in the house and my hands and feet can be cold. When you have cold hands, as you know, it is very difficult to work. The best one I have found is one of those ceramic ones that can sit on your desk. You can position it just so it blows on your hands ever so slightly. The other item isn't really an item as much as it is an idea. Everyone is talking about having a window on the front of the house to see who's coming and going, etc. I have exactly the opposite setup. I sit as far away from where anyone might possibly see me if they come to my front door. You see, I have a neighbor (the only one I have) who does not work except on the weekends. She (and her three kids!) sometimes " drops by " and NEVER LEAVES. I have stopped answering the door for her. I pretend I'm not home, otherwise I wouldn't get any work done. Fortunately, she's moving next weekend - to the other side of Atlanta (about 70 miles away) - and I won't have to deal with that anymore. In my situation, though, I have a total of 17 windows in my 2-bedroom 1-story house and 50 acres of pasture (complete with cows) to gaze upon, so it's not a problem if I want to look outside. : ) Maybe if you have to be able to see out, you could have them install some one-way glass in your office. Just in case you don't want to be bothered. You never know what your new neighbors are going to be like ... trust me! Re: office question Judy, I'm sure we have overwhelmed you with ideas. I hope you can soak them all up and come up with what's best for you. Margaret Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 15, 2002 Report Share Posted May 15, 2002 I have wondered if that would be the case. I think that may happen a lot. I guess you really can't be sure what works until you actually try it. But I am glad you mentioned that you didn't like your back to the door. I thought about that, and I think I will be the same way. I will have to work out a way that I can look out the windows without my back to the door. Book shelves on each side of the desk makes sense too. I too would have thought that wall shelves would be sufficient. But I can see where it would be a major plus to have them in reach. Hmmm, one thing about the glare on the monitor screen. I wonder how I can tell in advance where the glare will be. Since we are placing the windows where we want during the reconstruction, I should try to figure that out. Lots of plugs and phone jacks too. That I need to make a note of! And I never thought of a bulletin board! Right now, I have all these little notes scattered about my desk. Never even thought about putting them all on a bulletin board. You can see why I needed to ask the lists for help. LOL Thanks again. Judy Re: office question When we added a second story onto our house, I spent forever " designing " my office. More time on that than anything. Nothing is the way I originally planned it. I placed windows so I could see outside, etc, etc. and on and on. Where I had originally planned by L-shaped desk, didn't work at all, I discovered I couldn't stand my back to the door. On top of that, since I wasn't used to an upstairs, I finally have the desk across from the door which means I can see the hall. I was tense all the time and finally realized that I couldn't hear someone walking up and I would be nervous alone in the house because of that. I had to have the steps and hall in view. That changed all my original plans. I have to say the important thing for me is to have everything within reach that I use regularly. I have bookshelves on each side of my desk. I thought wall shelves would be enough and they weren't. Also, no carpeting. I have a wood parquet floor and it's great, I roll to everything in my chair, it's fast and easy. I also needed a second desk for doing billing. I used wall pockets to hold work and that's handy. I also have an easy chair but sure don't use it! On the windows, I had a hard time changing where my desk was because of glare if there was a window behind me. that problem was solved when I got a flat screen monitor. I have rolling bins that hold my stationary and letterhead which I can roll right next to my desk when printing, that's very handy. I'm still unhappy with my lighting. I have some wonderful lighting in my sewing room that I'd like in my office. I think it's halogen. My current lighting is on the ceiling in the ceiling fan (not bright enough) and a long arm, desk mounted task light which I need for that little print. I will be changing my lighting for sure. Make sure you have lots of plugs and phone jacks so you can change the room to however it suits you. My electrician thought I was nuts but I'm glad I have extra. And bulletin boards! I like to write things in marker on paper, like margins for accounts, words I screw up all the time, phone numbers, etc. They are in front of me on the wall and it's so handy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 15, 2002 Report Share Posted May 15, 2002 Judy, another thing I really love about our office (we moved from the den to our living room, which was used only on Christmas Day when my in-laws came to visit), is that we purchased modular furniture which we can rearrange in many different configurations. In the almost 3 years we've been in this large, airy room we have rearranged at least four times, according to our needs at the time. My desk is like a Pullman kitchen - about 6 feet of desks on either side, with a shelf topper on both sides. My references fit beautifully under those shelves. I have a 4-foot smaller desk making a " T " with the side desks, and an attached articulating keyboard tray so I can constantly vary the height and tilt. I have drawers/filing cabinets under the desktops, fitted with casters so I can reposition them to where I need them. I found the general style I wanted in the OfficeMax catalog, and then waited for them to go on sale. Overall, I think I saved 40% on the total cost of the furniture, and if I need additional pieces I just order the single item. My husband does have this strange tic, though, whenever I mention that I'd like to rearrange the furniture to make the office more efficient! I think my next move will be out the door, with a little propulsion from him! I'm very interested in the idea of the parquet floors. Carpeting is so difficult to keep up. Cross-cut shreds of paper are strewn around our shredder and they track everywhere. ( " Oh, Honey! I've been thinking about how to make the office more efficient, and you'll really love this idea! " Yeah, sure!) Re: office question REally though, I am so grateful because most of these things I never thought about. THanks Judy Re: office question Judy, I'm sure we have overwhelmed you with ideas. I hope you can soak them all up and come up with what's best for you. Margaret Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 15, 2002 Report Share Posted May 15, 2002 I've had reflective coating on my windows for years because of Houston's heat, but it has the added advantage of total daytime privacy. I added solar screens last summer, and they have that same feature. I can see out just fine, but no one can see ME! Jayni This e-mail has been scanned with Norton Antivirus updated no more than 12 hours ago. Is your virus program up to date? Re: office question The other item isn't really an item as much as it is an idea. Everyone is talking about having a window on the front of the house to see who's coming and going, etc. I have exactly the opposite setup. I sit as far away from where anyone might possibly see me if they come to my front door. You see, I have a neighbor (the only one I have) who does not work except on the weekends. She (and her three kids!) sometimes " drops by " and NEVER LEAVES. I have stopped answering the door for her. I pretend I'm not home, otherwise I wouldn't get any work done. Fortunately, she's moving next weekend - to the other side of Atlanta (about 70 miles away) - and I won't have to deal with that anymore. In my situation, though, I have a total of 17 windows in my 2-bedroom 1-story house and 50 acres of pasture (complete with cows) to gaze upon, so it's not a problem if I want to look outside. : ) Maybe if you have to be able to see out, you could have them install some one-way glass in ! your office. Just in case you don't want to be bothered. You never know what your new neighbors are going to be like ... trust me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 18, 2002 Report Share Posted May 18, 2002 I do. Doctor was away all week and I kind of slouched around. Then yesterday I took off and when I got back there was a message DEMANDING me to pick up a tape and do it over the weekend. I was fuming. I have already had a major stroke 3 years ago and I felt for sure I had my BP up. Anyway, I did pick it up but today was our chapters AAMT symposium and I had no intention of working. She could have left that tape the middle or beginning of the week.... Today's symposium was terrific. It started out pretty stressful. No matter where we were coming from in the US we all had to get on one highway and off at one exit. From the time I woke up to the time I headed out the door there were three major accidents right at that exit. We only ended up with 1 walk in and 50 registered. Byron was terrific. Just great. If you have any chance to see her or listen to her at an HPI seminar you really should. She has an article in this months Advance which I look forward to reading. Anyway, I am going to have to work tomorrow and it is going to be difficult to get back into it. Take care and God Bless Aliceanne On Fri, 17 May 2002 23:48:34 -0700 " WinnieBear " writes: > Do we all have Spring Fever? > Re: office question > > > > In a message dated 5/15/2002 2:33:44 PM Central Daylight Time, > > mgrant@... writes: > > > > > > > Guess I had better get back to work > > > > Do we have to????? I am suffering from a severe case of LOM (lack > of > > motivation) these days. > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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