Whether you work from home and want a better desk setup, you are a student who needs a cozy study area, or you just want to update the decor in your home office, there are plenty of reasons to give your work area a makeover.
There are so many ways to customize your workspace to cater to your needs and to express your personal style.
A home office, study nook, or work area does not have to be boring and uninspiring!
In fact, it is clever to create a functional, yet aesthetic workspace to maximize your productivity and give you the motivation to do your work.
If you have a vision to create the perfect space for working at home, but don’t know where to start, you are at the right place!
Let’s explore some ideas to get you inspired!
1. Reduce Clutter
First things first, it is helpful to have an organized desk area.
If you have a lot of papers lying around on your desk, you can store them away in a folder, binder, or even in a cabinet under/next to your desk to keep them out of sight for a tidy look.
Desk organizers and trays can also come in handy to reduce the mess and clutter of miscellaneous items on your desk.
For pens, highlighters, and the like, you can put them all in a mug for a simple, yet practical organizing solution.
With all the electronic devices that you may be using, it is easy to accumulate a pile of charging cables lying around your workspace.
To help declutter the area, it is useful to set up a charging station at the corner of (or under) your desk, or somewhere that does not get in the way of your workspace.
I definitely recommend using a power strip to not only help you organize the cables, but for powering up any other devices around, such as a desk lamp for example.
If there is too much furniture cluttering the area around your desk, you might want to consider rearranging the furniture to free up some space, or you can simply recycle/give away any items you don’t need to create a clutter-free environment.
The overall atmosphere of the room should be airy, clean, and organized to truly give you that Pinterest-worthy home office look.
2. Utilize Wall Space
Utilizing the space on your wall can be a great way to create an organized and aesthetic work area.
One way to establish a productive workspace is to set up a wall calendar.
It can be tremendously useful to write your daily tasks on it, plus it is a great visual reminder of what you plan to accomplish each day.
The wall calendar can double up as decor for the room or area, and it’s up to you to decide what theme or color scheme you are going for.
You can put up a minimalistic calendar that has no images for a classic look, or you can use one with pictures of nature, sunsets, or whatever is to your liking. Be sure to match the calendar with the theme of the room to create a seamless and cohesive ambience.
A whiteboard or bulletin board is another option that you could put up on the wall. You can use it to list your goals, display your to-do list, or even to write positive messages to uplift you when you are feeling less motivated.
Putting up a whiteboard or bulletin board can be super useful since it is easy to read, you can always refer back to it when needed, and it is a good visual to see your list/goals/whatever you have written.
Another way that you can use your wall space to tidy up your work area is to set up wall shelves.
This can help you achieve a clean, organized look while adding some decor to the room. Not to mention that it can really free up some much needed desk space! Feel free to place your books, binders, or anything that is cluttering up your work area onto the shelves.
Be sure to take advantage of utilizing the wall space to help you stay organized! Doing so can really transform the look of your work area into a clean, functional and put-together space.
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3. Add Plants
Plants can really liven up your work area and add the perfect touch of color if you feel like your space is bland and boring.
There are a wide variety of plants that can add a unique touch to the room, but try finding ones that are low maintenance, which is ideal for a home office or workspace.
Succulents can be a great option since there are many varieties that are relatively easy to take care of. Depending on the species, the size of the plants may vary, so get a plant that will easily integrate into your designated work area.
Tiny succulents are super cute and perfect for putting on a desk or table! Be sure to do your research and choose a plant that would thrive best under the conditions of your workspace (i.e. indoors, amount of natural light, temperature, etc.) and follow the instructions to properly care for your plant.
You can also use fresh flowers to add a lively detail to your work area. The options are truly endless when it comes to decorating your space with flowers.
If you want a classy, elegant vibe for your space, try choosing flowers with lighter colors. For example, a vase full of white or blush roses will add a sophisticated touch to the decor in the room.
If you are going for a bolder look, bright and colorful flowers are perfect for a vibrant splash of gorgeous hues.
Decorating your workspace with flowers can come with other benefits besides providing a beautiful aesthetic.
Seeing a lovely bouquet of flowers on your desk can be an instant mood lifter! Depending on the type of flowers, they may also add a pleasant fragrance to the room.
One thing to note is that decorating with fresh flowers may be costly in the long run as the flowers need to be replaced when they wilt. However, even if you do not always buy a bouquet of flowers for your decor, it can be something to splurge on every once in a while.
If you do not want to take on the responsibility of taking care of a plant, you can always decorate with artificial plants instead.
There is more flexibility with faux plants, as they do not require any care or attention, so this is a perfect option if you want an effortless way to decorate with plants.
You can rotate your artificial plants every few months to match the changes in the varying seasons. By displaying your favorite plants, you can truly cater to your personal decor style, so take full advantage of it if you choose this option.
Overall, there are so many options to choose from when it comes to decorating your workspace with plants, whether real or artificial. Both choices can be great for making your work area more pleasant, vibrant, and uplifting.
4. Use Aesthetic Decor
Decorating your home office/work area is a great way to transform a lackluster space into one that is more appealing and captivating.
One way to create a chic work aesthetic is to add cute wall decor.
You can decorate with canvas art, a wall clock, mirrors, macramé wall hangings, framed prints, and wall sconces, to name a few items.
Try to incorporate one or two main colors that make up a theme in your decor.
You do not have to go overboard with wall decor. It is perfectly fine to keep it simple to avoid making your walls look cluttered.
For example, hanging up a single large mirror may not seem like much, but it works wonders as wall decor. A mirror will reflect the light in the room, making the room brighter even with just natural light. Having a sizable mirror on the wall can also create a sense of depth to the area, creating an illusion that the room is bigger than it actually is.
You want to keep your work area looking organized and tidy, so you should take a “less is more” approach when adding decorative pieces to the walls.
Pro tip: To maximize productivity in your work area, do not hang a piece that is too flashy, distracting, or out of place; choose something that seamlessly fits with the aesthetic of the room.
If you want to hang up some canvas art or framed prints, you can try looking for ones that have motivational or inspirational quotes on them. That way, it can double up as wall art and a source of motivation to help you power through your work!
Other ways that you can decorate include adding a storage shelf, a contemporary floor lamp, a comfy armchair in the corner of the room, a couple of wicker baskets for cute but functional storage, and an area rug in the room/under your desk.
When choosing decorative items, be sure to consider how much space is designated for your work area.
The more empty space in the room, the more items you could arrange to fill the space.
However, if the workspace is small, then you don’t want to end up cluttering the limited space you have. In that case, you may only want to put up a couple of items on the wall, or only use smaller decorative pieces of furniture to fill the empty areas of the room.
Let your creativity shine when it comes to decorating your work area! After all, it is in your best interests to put together a carefully crafted space that allows you to enjoy the environment that you’re working in.
Key Takeaways
By making your workspace both functional and visually pleasing, not only are you more inclined to work in that environment, but you may be able to improve your productivity through being more organized and less distracted with clutter.
Creating your ideal workspace may seem daunting at first, but there’s really nothing to it if you break it down into smaller steps.
By getting rid of all unnecessary clutter, a lot of the work is already done.
The next step is to get the work area organized, and it might be helpful to buy some storage containers or furniture to assist with that.
Lastly, adding some decor in the form of plants and/or other decorative pieces will really tie the look of the work area together.
Before you know it, you will have an organized, clean, and beautiful space that’s perfect for working at home.
