Furniture for an Awesome Study Space

By Jordyn Austin on February 25, 2017

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A nice study space can really help college students have an effective studying session. The furniture and materials you put in your study space can determine whether or not your studying session will be successful.

Here is some furniture that can help you create a great study space.

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Laptop/desktop

Although this can be completely optional, you may want to have a computer of some sort in your study room. If you already own one, just plug it up or if you want to buy a completely separate one, that is your choice too. Many college students have work and study materials that are online, so a computer and internet access are essential for success.

You’ll want to make sure your desk is positioned near an outlet, in case your laptop is low on battery or to keep your desktop running. Computers can be a very helpful study tool while enhancing your study space.

Table lamp

A desk or table lamp is needed for good lighting. It is very hard to stay motivated and not become drowsy if your desk is not properly lit. The study room, in general, should be well-lit so you may want to add floor lamps around the room as well. You could always turn off lights as you want, in order to create the ambiance you’d like the study room to have.

However you position the lights, it is important to have a well-lit area, not only for the purpose of being able to see your work but for your vision. Reading and studying in low light can cause vision issues. A well-lit study space can create a motivating atmosphere to study and get your work done.

Desk/table

Every great study space should have a sturdy desk or table to write and do homework on. A nice, hard surface will help you to place everything in front of you and alternate as much as you need to. It is kind of difficult to stay engaged and motivated if you only have your lap to write on. A desk helps you stay grounded and structured so you are less likely to become distracted.

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Bulletin board

Bulletin boards are great for posting reminders. Most college students know how important it is to set reminders for themselves. Otherwise, you might forget about an assignment that is coming up or an exam date. Bulletin boards are a great thing to have in addition to an everyday planner. Planners are for on the go purposes and you may not want to pull it out all the time.

So a bulletin board can be hung up right above your desk and serve for posting daily reminders about upcoming exams, meetings, assignments and whatever else you need. Bulletin boards are also cool because you can customize them with a DIY project. You can create and design your bulletin board to match and look like whatever you want. You can also even use a bulletin board to post up motivational quotes that keep you encouraged and inspired. Sometimes college students need some motivation to finish the semester.

Desk chair

A desk chair can make or break your study time. If the chair is too hard, then it might be kind of distracting while studying because you aren’t comfortable. On the other hand, if the chair is way too comfortable, you may be prone to fall asleep and not get any studying done at all.

It is safe to say that depending on your personal preferences, it may be safe to try to find a balance between the two. Many stores with furniture departments have a wide selection of desk chairs. You may come across a chair that is not the typical “desk chair,” but works for you.

Finding the best chair for you is all about trial and error. You never really know how it will feel unless you sit in it. If you happen to be ordering offline, make sure you take a look at the reviews from other customers so you can get a feel for how other people are adjusting to the chair.

Desk organizers

Desk organizers can be very helpful for organizing your study space. If you are someone who cannot concentrate unless your study space is clutter free, then desk organizers will be really helpful for you. A desk organizer can be used for whatever you want to purpose it for. Some students may use it to separate class folders. Others may use it to divide study materials. Whatever you use the organizer for, remember to do what is best for your personal study habits.

Miscellaneous materials

Miscellaneous materials include items like flash cards, pens, pencils, highlighters, paper, correction fluid, etc. You may want to have multiples of these in your study space so your necessities are always on hand. Some students study best when they have highlighters and note cards. Other students only simply need their books and study guides. The miscellaneous items should simply be conducive to your personal study preferences.

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