As the festive season fast approaches, many of us are thinking about the perfect gifts to buy for our loved ones. And with remote and hybrid work becoming the new normal, why not choose gifts that make the work-from-home experience a little more enjoyable, comfortable, and productive?
Whether you’re shopping for a friend who’s day consists of virtual meetings or a family member setting up a home office, these thoughtful presents are sure to add a special touch to their daily working routine.
The top 10 working from home gift ideas include:
1. Digital Notebook
First up we have the digital notebook - the ideal gift for home office workers who are tech-savvy and aim to reduce their environmental footprint.
The digital notebook is a piece of technology that serves as a modern replacement to traditional notebooks and handwritten notes.
A good example is the reMarkable tablet, or the iPad with an Apple Pencil, which both simulate the paper experience but offer extensive features for organisation, drawing, and note management.
Digital notebooks make it easy to search, categorise, and retrieve notes, eliminating the need for flipping through pages of a traditional notebook, and as they reduce the need for paper, they’re a fantastic eco-conscious choice.
2. Noise-Cancelling Headphones
With many of us working from home nowadays, virtual meetings are something we have all had to get used to, and they are very much the norm in our daily routines.
This is why ensuring you have the right communication equipment, like noise-cancelling headphones, is super important (particularly because home or other remote environments often come with distractions that can disrupt focus and productivity.
3. Standing Desk
You might be used to working from the comfort of your own sofa, dining table or even bedroom, but the reality is, these setups can lead to poor posture, discomfort, and a lack of focus over time.
If this sounds like your loved one, then one of the best gifts you can get them is a standing desk (especially if they spend a large amount of time sitting down working).
A standing desk allows you to alternate between sitting and standing, promoting better circulation, reducing back strain, and improving overall productivity. Plus, the flexibility it offers can make a home office feel much more professional.
At Ergo Desks, we stock a wide range of models and colours available for all tastes and budgets.
A great choice for a home office is the Atlas Mini Standing Desk - the ideal option for those who want an affordable and modestly sized desk option with full adjustable electric function.
For more information about standing desks, check out our standing desk blog, filled with many other insightful articles such as The Different Types of Standing Desk, The Best Standing Desks for 2024 and How a Standing Desk Works.
And if you’d like some expert advice, whether you’re buying for a loved one or yourself, feel free to give our knowledgeable team a call on 020 8064 0064.
4. Quality Desk Lamp
Another great gift idea for someone who works at home is a desk lamp.
This is because lighting is one of the most critical aspects in any work or study area, as it’s not only a source of light, but it also affects your visual health, your ability to concentrate, and ultimately, your productivity.
Another reason why this is a great gift idea is that they’re not just functional, but decorative. With so many desk lamp designs available—from modern to classic to vintage—it's super easy to find one that complements the gift recipient’s home office aesthetic.
5. Desk Plants
Desk plants make an excellent gift for home office workers, as they not only add some natural beauty and greenery to the generally ‘boring’ looking space, but they also have multiple mental and health benefits that can enhance the workspace.
Studies suggest that spending time around indoor plants can in fact help reduce stress, anxiety, and depression, and the presence of these plants can create a calming and soothing atmosphere, promoting relaxation and emotional well-being.
Check out our blog on The Best Desk Plants for some help choosing the perfect one.6. Ergonomic Desk Chair
Did you know that choosing the right chair for your desk can make a significant improvement to your health and comfort?
Sitting down for extended periods of time can put incredible stress on the back and spine, which can result in many back problems. So, to avoid your loved one developing or compounding back issues, why not treat them to a supportive ergonomic office chair?
At Ergo Desks, we offer a wide range of office chairs that vary in style, size, and price point.
Not too sure where to start? Read our comprehensive guide on How to Choose an Ergonomic Office Chair.
7. Tea or Coffee Subscriptions
If you’re looking for a gift on the cheaper side, you can’t go wrong with a tea or coffee subscription (granted the recipient likes tea or coffee, of course).
Many remote workers can’t start their day without a hot beverage, and a coffee or tea subscription means they’ll receive a monthly selection of unique flavours to try, adding variety to their routine.
An especially favourable gift idea as we head into the cold winter months!
8. Footrest
One of the greatest gifts you can get for someone is one that they’d never even think of buying for themselves, and that is exactly the case with a footrest.
These are supportive devices that are placed directly under a desk, providing a comfortable surface to allow the user to rest their feet, while maintaining proper ergonomic posture, and offer a plethora of benefits to the user, such as improved comfort, posture and even productivity.
Check out our height adjustable and angle tilting desk foot rest here, especially engineered for prolonged sitting.
9. Blue Light Glasses
Another great gift idea for someone who spends long hours in front of laptops, phones and tablets is a pair of blue light glasses, which are specially designed eyewear that helps reduce exposure to blue light emitted by digital screens.
What’s more, these glasses can be used outside of work too, especially in the evenings to help improve sleep. Blue light exposure, especially in the evening, can disrupt the body’s natural sleep-wake cycle by suppressing melatonin production.
10. Desk Mat
There’s nothing more distracting than a messy and unorganised desk to work on.
But sometimes, especially during particularly busy days, its easy to let things get out of hand, with pens strewn everywhere and papers lying around.
The best solution? A desk mat. This provides a stylish and practical way to keep your desk organised, with many including a stationery rest to keep pens and other desk tools organised.
At Ergo Desks, our desk mat also features a magnetic cable holder to keep cables out of your workspace, and a convenient document hideaway to keep notes and documents close-by but out of sight.
We offer free delivery on all of our standing desks, and with Klarna, you can order now and deal with the payments later. Secure the perfect Christmas gift without breaking the bank.
If you have any questions about our delivery schedule around Christmas time or any of our products in general, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
And you can check out our full collection of standing desks and accessories, available for next working day delivery if ordered by 3pm. Our desks come with a 7 year warranty, 30 day risk free return, as well as access to a UK-based customer service team to answer any questions that you might have.
Otherwise, our standing desks blog provides more useful tips on using a standing desk for a more balanced lifestyle.
