Working from Home and 'Work-Life Balance'... What Are the Popular Home Office Products?

Popular Items Including Home Barista Nespresso Vertuo and Logitech K380 Bluetooth Keyboard

[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Jonghwa] As remote work has prolonged due to the novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19), the 'home office' has emerged as an alternative lifestyle. Especially, office workers with purchasing power are sparing no investment in home office interiors that enhance efficiency by separating work and rest spaces with various interior accessories for 'work-life balance.'

According to eBay Korea, based on last year’s data, Gmarket's sales growth rate for home office-related items increased by a total of 40% compared to the same period the previous year. Office partitions, chairs, and desks increased by 98%, 23%, and 5%, respectively, showing an average 42% growth in the home office furniture category.

Desk mats, bookstands, and desk organizers increased by 119%, 47%, and 36%, respectively. Sales of PC video/audio devices and input devices also rose by 79% and 12%, respectively. In response, the distribution industry is introducing various home office-related items to meet the new trend wave.

Total Home Styling Brand Decoview, 'Home Office Life Special Exhibition'

Various products showcased at the Decoview Home Office Special Exhibition.
[Photo by Decoview]

Total home styling brand Decoview held the 'Cozy My Own Home Office Life Special Exhibition' reflecting the needs of remote workers who want to create a comfortable yet focus-enhancing personal home office.

Held for one month from the 1st to the 31st, this Decoview home office exhibition offers various deskterior (Desk+Interior) accessories that separate rest and work spaces. Products include soft high-density memory foam round cushions that stably support the body during long hours of sitting to reduce fatigue, homewear and soft fur slippers that help create a comfortable working environment, and artificial flowers and vases that add vitality to the desk. These home office-related products are offered at discounts ranging from a minimum of 23% to a maximum of 53%.

A Decoview representative said, "Due to the prolonged remote work caused by the resurgence of COVID-19, the demand for home office-related products among office workers is steadily increasing," adding, "Since it is a workspace set up at home, we hope that Decoview’s home office special exhibition products will serve as a small source of vitality with interior accessories reflecting individual tastes."

My Own Home Barista 'Nespresso Vertuo'

Nespresso Vertuo.
Photo by Decoview

A fragrant cup of morning coffee creates a more relaxed home office environment. As the COVID-19 alert level rose to 2.5, making cafe visits difficult, more people have started enjoying their own cafes at home. Recently, various premium fully automatic coffee machines have been released for home use, allowing people to enjoy coffee comparable to famous coffee shops at home.

Nespresso’s 'Vertuo' is a capsule coffee machine that offers rich crema and deep body coffee through its self-developed Centrifusion extraction technology. It is available in three colors: Black, White, and Silver, and provides five coffee styles from espresso to large mugs with a single one-touch button, catering to various preferences.

'Logitech K380' Bluetooth Keyboard, 'Logitech Pebble M350' Mouse

Logitech Bluetooth keyboard and mouse.
Photo by Decoview

As working and video conferencing with laptops and smart devices at home increase, convenience-optimized Bluetooth keyboards and wireless mice are also gaining popularity.

The Logitech K380 is a compact Bluetooth keyboard that is highly portable and easy to arrange on a desk. It features an Easy-Switch button on the upper left of the keyboard for efficient device operation. It instantly recognizes connected devices and automatically supports functions and shortcuts tailored to them. Without the hassle of changing settings every time, it provides a familiar and comfortable environment regardless of the OS device used.

The Logitech Pebble M350 wireless mouse is not only slim in design but also supports Bluetooth connectivity, making it convenient to carry and use anywhere. It is equipped with a high-end optical tracking sensor that enables fast and precise cursor movement on most surfaces. Above all, it is compatible with iPad OS, making it suitable for video conferences using tablets as well as non-face-to-face education.

This content was produced with the assistance of AI translation services.