Getting in the right state of mind when creating music can be difficult, especially if you don’t have the right space to feed your creativity and motivation. The environment you work in can significantly affect your mental state and productivity.
Below, we’ll review some of the best ways to create the perfect space to keep you motivated when making music.
Design Your Space To Match Your Needs
Everyone has different needs and personal tastes that inspire them and make them feel good. So the first step to creating the ideal space is to design a music room around your specific preferences and personality.
If art and vibrant colors make you happy and inspire you to create, then go with that vibe in your music room. Hang up your favorite art, opt for colorful decor and furniture pieces, and bring in any other creative and fun accessories that feed your artistic soul.
If too much color and decor are distracting for you, opt for something that is more minimalist. Keep the walls white and bring in only a select few decor items that are more neutral in tone, such as black, gray, white, and tan. Your furniture pieces should also be comfortable but more understated and, again, in neutral tones.
If you tend to stress out easily, opt for calming colors, such as blue, in your decor. Filling your space with plants can also create a more calming and natural vibe that helps you relax and focus.
Choose the Right Furniture and Lighting
The right furniture and lighting can also help transform your music space. If your seating is uncomfortable, for example, it can distract you and is not conducive to getting any work done. So opt for productive workspace layouts that make use of ergonomic furniture pieces that are comfortable and allow you to keep everything tidy and organized.
The lighting in the room should also be made to match your needs. If you work best in low-light settings, for example, make sure you have light-blocking shades for the windows and use dimmable or more muted accent lights.
If you like a bright and airy feel, make sure your space is in an area that gets lots of natural sunlight and use lamps and other lighting that allow you to keep the space well-lit and cozy even when the sun goes down.
Keep Everything Well Organized
A well-organized space is key to productivity. So make sure you have an organized way to store your gear and equipment. Keep the area clean and tidy as well before you start working. A messy workspace can be distracting and hinder your creativity.
Computer organization is also essential for better workflow. If your music files are all over the place, it can make it harder for you to find things and get stuff done quickly. Make sure everything is organized into easily accessible folders on your computer.
Wires can also be a problem in music rooms if you have a lot of electric equipment. Not only can a tangled mess of wires be a tripping hazard and distracting, but they can also be an electrical fire hazard. So try to keep your cords running along the walls if possible, and use surge protectors if needed to avoid overloading outlets.
Automate Your Space
Automating your music space with the right digital home accessories can also make things more comfortable and efficient to help you focus. Smart thermostats, for example, can keep your room at the ideal temperature, so you don’t get too hot or too cold while working. You can also use smart light sensors so you can more easily adjust the light to your preferences or have them adjust on their own as the sunlight changes.
Smart home automation not only makes your room more comfortable, but it can also help you save on energy costs, which is better for your wallet and the environment.
Avoid Distractions
Nothing is worse than being in the zone while creating music only to have a distraction pop up. So try creating your space in an area that is free of distractions or at least somewhere where you can more easily avoid distractions. If your home is on a loud street, for example, use a room that is at the back of the house and farther away from the noise. You could even put your setup in a basement if you have one.
If you don’t have many options, you can always use methods of blocking out noise, such as hanging foam or fabric on the walls. If you live with others who could walk in and distract you, create a sign or install a light outside the door that lets them know when you are working and when it is okay to enter.
Buy the Right Equipment
Of course, no music space is complete without the right musical equipment and gear to help you get the job done. Sometimes, a lack of productivity happens when you don’t have what you need to produce the music you want to create.
Understandably, buying a bunch of music equipment all at once can be costly if you don’t have the funds. Even just saving up to buy one new piece of equipment at a time can help you steadily build your collection until you have everything you need to be productive.
Final Thoughts
When it comes to creating the ideal music space, it’s all about listening to what your body needs. Just because some people prefer calming spaces with muted tones does not mean that is what will work for you. Think about what makes you happy and feel good, and design your space around that. The more your space feels like your own and matches your energy and personal needs, the more creative and productive you will be.
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