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A Creative Couple's Working-From-Home Hacks

May 26, 2020

HGTV Dream Home designer Brian Patrick Flynn shares tips for how he and his husband Hollis make their own home work when working from home — from office advice to finding workout space to DIY projects that will clear your head.

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Photo: Flynnside Out. From: Brian Patrick Flynn.

Shaded Spot Outside

As more and more people are working from home, they find themselves conducting meetings via video chats. Liven things up for yourself and your colleagues by setting up outside with a natural backdrop. This will make the monotonous routine feel fresh and new for yourself and your coworkers.

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Photo: Flynnside Out. From: Brian Patrick Flynn.

Change Up Your Chairs

An excellent way to shake things up inside your home without spending a dime is to switch out pieces in unique ways. To add a quirky, collected look to the dining room, Brian gathered different chairs from around the house to create a mismatched look around the table which he currently dedicates for working on his designs.

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Photo: Flynnside Out. From: Brian Patrick Flynn.

A Breath of Fresh Air

In between video conferences and working on construction and floor plans, Brian sets up the covered outdoor area below his bedroom as a place to work in some cardio. Smartphone apps and timers are set up in a small tripod while tutorials can be streamed on Brian's laptop.

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Photo: Flynnside Out. From: Brian Patrick Flynn.

Keep It Contained

Homeowners adapting to working out from home may easily find that just a few key gym supplies quickly clutter up a space. Keep your gym equipment neatly contained in a vessel that's easy to move around from room to room.

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