Intelligent Home Office Design Ideas - Part Two

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.

Dramatic architectural windows in a home office by Marie Flanigan in THE PERFECT ROOM. #marieflanigan — Marie Flanigan’s THE PERFECT ROOM: Timeless Designs for Intentional Living (Rizzoli, 2024)

Home Office Design Ideas – Part Two

Above: from THE PERFECT ROOM

Marie Flanigan - The Perfect Room (Rizzoli, 2024) book cover image — THE PERFECT ROOM by Marie Flanigan (Rizzoli, 2024) – tap image above for buying info

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8. Workspace Decor Ideas

No fuss decorating. Workspace décor should (1) feel unfussy and (2) increase well-being. Color, art, and accessory ideas follow.

Martha Beck lying quote from THE WAY OF INTEGRITY on Hello Lovely Studio.

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

Patina Farm in Ojai, CA - architect: Steve Giannetti and design by Brooke Giannetti. Understated elegance and European country inspired. Photo: Montecito Properties. — Design: Brooke Giannetti – Patina Farm

In fact, art is effective stress-relief (Experimental Biology and Medicine, 2019).

Farrow & Ball Hague Blue on shelves in an office - @alisonkistininteriors. #farrowandballhagueblue — @alisonkistininteriors – Farrow & Ball Hague Blue

Adding artful layering to your space is worth the thought and energy.

Indigo Blue Paint Colors - Hello Lovely Studio. #bestbluepaintcolors #indigoblue #paintcolors — PIN me…in case a tranquil blue paint color for your home office is calling.

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.

Beautiful midcentury modern home office decoration and wall art - @i.tam.i.tu #homeofficegoals — @i.tam.i.tu

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

Cozy office in a porch area with cottage style and wallpaper - via Jennifer Berke. #cozyoffice #europeancountry #sunporches — via Jennifer Berke

Andrew Newberg englightenment quote on Hello Lovely Studio.

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.

Primitive American antiques and plants in 1700s Connecticut cottage of Nancy Fishelson in CTCG (Feb 2012). — CTCG Magazine (Nancy Fishelson)

Plus, living with plants may improve your memory!

Sherwin-Williams Rosemary painted built-ins in a home office by Emily White @werethewhites_. #sherwinwilliamsrosemary — Emily White – SW Rosemary

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.

Funny quote with humor on Hello Lovely Studio.

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

Boothbay Gray paint color - Home on Harbor. — Home on Harbor

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

Before and after home office makeover - Sherry Hart. Paint color is Benjamin Moore Iron Mountain. #ironmountain #paintcolors #blackpaintcolors — Design Indulgence…in case you need proof paint and shelves can transform an office.

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

Diane Keaton in Something's Gotta Give Hamptons bedroom at her desk. #nancymeyersaesthetic #somethingsgottagive — From *Something’s Gotta Give*

Toni Morrison freedom quote on Hello Lovely Studio.

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

9 earthy green paint colors from Benjamin Moore to consider - Hello Lovely. #greenpaint #paintcolors #earthygreen — If earthy green paint colors speak to you, pin this too!

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

Beautiful and classic home office with built-ins designed by Alex Adamson Design. #homeoffices — @alexadamsondesign

Integrity quote by Martha Beck from her book THE WAY TO INTEGRITY on Hello Lovely Studio.

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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