We started the discussion about carving out an ideal workspace for your needs HERE…Today’s home office ideas continue with more design, tips, colors, and resources.

Home Office Design Ideas – Part Two
Above: from THE PERFECT ROOM
Personalized Home Office Ideas
8. Workspace Decor Ideas
No fuss decorating. Workspace décor should (1) feel unfussy and (2) increase well-being. Color, art, and accessory ideas follow.

Neuroaesthetics. As if we even needed neuroscience research to confirm it…viewing art is good for health and wellness.

In fact, art is effective stress-relief (Experimental Biology and Medicine, 2019).
Adding artful layering to your space is worth the thought and energy.

Choose colors mindfully. Love color? A 2016 study in Environment-Behaviour Proceedings Journal concluded green and blue are perceived to be the most relaxing colors in work settings.

Bear in mind yellow and purple may distract you; calm neutrals work well for creative types.


9. Add Organic Touches Such As Plants
Biophilic design. Why were 9,000 trees incorporated into the design at Apple’s Silicon Valley campus?

Plants increase feelings of well-being and heighten productivity.

Plus, living with plants may improve your memory!

While you’ll still hear chatter about plants cleaning the air, the science says they don’t…but they do impart a sense of fresh air.

Foliage and focus. A 2008 University of Michigan study found natural environments may help to replenish our capacity for attention and focus.

I’m guessing that means that even a faux ficus is helpful.

Décor for workspaces beyond plants. Keep soft textures in mind since they dampen sound. Consider botanical prints or artwork with natural, organic motifs.


Is space limited for art? Paint an accent wall an earthy green such as Benjamin Moore Flora or one of these:

I hope these tips increase your confidence about creating or improving your workspace at home!

If you don’t have a Pinterest board devoted to home office ideas, it’s also a savvy way to organize your plans! Also, PIN THIS POST for future reference.
Peace to you right where you are.
-michele
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