First came computers, faxes, cell phones, high-speed Internet, and the list goes on and onÂ…. The pace of technology is often dizzying, but if you choose to embrace it, there are several upsides to all of these nifty gadgets and advancesthe most obvious being the ability to accomplish business from the comfort of your home. As summer winds down and we begin to settle back into the work at hand, why not take the opportunity to examine your own home office? We've discovered three rooms that demonstrate that a workspace need not be sterile to be an effective area; in fact, we find it's the personal design touches that inspire us, make us comfortable, and ultimately more productive. Now, back to work!