Home Offices Are Becoming More Common - Brief Article - Statistical Data Included

Nearly one-third of American households have a home office, according to a study conducted by the American Furniture Manufacturers Association. Whether it's located in the den, a spare bedroom, or part of another room, such as the kitchen or master bedroom, the home office has become an important part of our culture today, and its popularity and prevalence are expected to increase. Fueled largely by trends in technology and telecommuting--nearly half of all U.S. households now have a personal computer--the home office is clearly here to stay.

Of those with home offices, nearly 40% use them primarily for entertainment, to surf the Internet, send e-mail, or shop; 30% for work; and 22% to organize their home and pay bills. Fifty-five percent spend more than five hours per week in their home office.

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