Add lots of colour in the form of bright, funky accessories for a rainbow effect. When it comes to choosing furniture, opt for a funky, modern white desk and neat, streamlined storage that hides away all your files and books.

Floorspace will be in short supply, so if you find you need more storage space, install shelves and hanging racks on any available wall space. It’s vital to have good storage solutions that hide your paperwork out of the way, as any clutter on display will dwarf such a small space even more. IKEA has a fantastic range of affordable office furniture that’s perfect for small spaces.

This Vika Manne desk even has a matching, detachable smaller desk where your kids can work too. Vika Manne peanut shaped table top, £25, Vika Curry legs, £7 for four, Vika Manne egg-shaped table top, £22, Vika Kaj legs in adjustable red lacquered steel, £35 for four, Didrik storage unit on castors (pink), £6, Nero drawer unit on castors (red), £13, Jules junior desk chair, £30, Jules swivel chair, £36, Morker work lamps, £3 each, Effektiv storage combination, £180, all IKEA.

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