Remote work blog

Moving towards remote work as a result of the pandemic has influenced some companies to downsize their office space or to abandon having a physical office altogether. Despite the lockdown restrictions having been eased significantly, a lot of workers have decided aga...

The beginning of a new academic year is a perfect moment to think about new and exciting ways to set up your desk so that it’s a perfect space for studying and the knowledge migrates into your brain almost on its own. A well-designed space aids concentration and can ...

Let’s be honest: the human body isn’t designed to sit at a desk and stare at a monitor in the same position all day long. Lower back pain, neck strain, dry eye syndrome – that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Whether you work in an office or remotely in your own home, ...

Although remote work existed way before 2020, it cannot be denied that the pandemic and subsequent lockdowns contributed greatly to its popularization and change of its perception. At the beginning, it may have seemed to be an emergency measure, a short-term solution...

Working on vacation – this doesn’t exactly sound like the dream. However, performing your professional duties in a tropical paradise, a quaint little Parisian café, or in a Swiss chalet seems like a tempting alternative to open-space or home offices. Necessity being ...

While exploring the significance of forests in the future of the Earth and of human health, we decided to consult an expert of the matter – a forester Jakub Wencek, also known as @tanczacachmura (dancing cloud) on Instagram. ...

Living in the concrete jungle can make you feel drained out of life. And one of the best ways to recharge your batteries is to schedule a meeting with mother nature. Spending time in the woods is beneficial not only for your mental health and wellbeing but also for y...

Sitting at a desk for most of your workday can set you on a path to back pain, cardiovascular diseases, obesity, and other health issues. Standing desks seem to be the perfect solution to this problem, however only under one condition – the desk’s height must be adju...

The popular proverb “Home is where you hang your hat” can be now paraphrased into “Office is where you turn your laptop on”. A nomadic lifestyle in a digital era has become more possible than ever before (well, maybe not during the pandemic, but still). A tempting pe...

Ergonomics is a big word for a simple concept: designing your workstation to fit your body. This includes adjusting your workspace or choosing furniture that is made for proper support. A lot of people think of ergonomics as only pertaining to office work, but it can...

No matter your profession, a cluttered desk can make you feel unorganized and overwhelmed. A clean and tidy desk, on the other hand, can help you focus and be more productive. In this blog post, we will share tips on how to organize your desk so that it works best fo...

Whether you're self-employed or telecommuting for a company, working from home can be a dream come true. On the other hand, it's not as simple as closing your office door and getting down to business. There are a few key things to keep in mind if you want to create a...

Japandi is an interior design megatrend that emerged from a fusion of two seemingly different yet unexpectedly similar styles: hygge and wabi-sabi. Although the japandi fever began over 2 years ago, its popularity is only growing. And it's no wonder - the comforting ...

Why do we like to talk about interior design trends so much? Because discussing trends is a starting point for discussing needs, fears, and dreams that are reflected in the places where we live. According to the French philosopher Gaston Bachelard, "the image of the ...

Returning to work after a long break can be difficult. How is our team doing in this strange period between Christmas and New Year's Eve? Who keeps repeating "any to Friday" and who was the most eager to return to work? Take a look at our blog entry, join our Decembe...

At Oakywood, we like to share proven and affordable solutions that make work effective and pleasant. We focus on multifunctional and ergonomic products that facilitate work in a dynamically changing environment - in the office, travel and home office. Some time ago,...

When creating a workspace, we first look for a spacious, comfortable desk and an ergonomic chair. Meanwhile, organizing a desk is just as important - although we often forget about it! When we don't have a specific idea and put random items (such as souvenirs, cables...

This September Apple conference was primarily a confirmation of leaks that had been circulating on the web for some time. As anticipated, 4 models of the iPhone 13 and Apple Watch Series 7 were introduced. Also, the Cupertino-based tech giant announced the new "budge...