Office Decor Ideas to Help Create a Productive Space!

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For many of us, we spend a lot of time at the office so wouldn’t it be nice to spruce it up and get some office decor ideas?

Office spaces can be boring, dull and uninspiring so it can be worth spending an afternoon scouting your favourite shops to find the perfect pieces to make your space into a productive and beautiful place you never want to leave.

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Can you add decor to any office space?

Thoughts that may be crossing your mind are ‘What should I decorate my office with’ or ‘How can I decorate my office space at work’  Well, the good news is you can decorate any space you like with whatever budget you have, however, obviously, if your office is in your home you can go all out and be as creative as you like, but even if your office is in a building in the city you can still add decor to personalise your space.

Let’s get the office space ready…

First things first…

 Consider what office space you have

does your ‘work zone’ fit into one of these categories:

• Professional office space – you see lots of clients it needs to be kept clean, tidy and minimal.
• Small office space – have you got a small room that you don’t want to overcrowd with items or perhaps it needs to be refreshed to give the illusion of having more light and space.
• Modern office – have you got a new modern space that needs some personality added.
• Home office – is your office within your home and are you looking to create a productive space that you love been in and enjoy working in.

Start with a declutter and clean

Now is the time to give your office space a much needed clean up. Declutter, get rid of excess paper, scan paperwork and then shred it, dust walls, skirting, and window sills and give the space a deep clean. Doing these few initial chores are going to really make a difference to your office space.

Next, if you have a home office (or an office space you can paint) now is the time you may want to think about adding a splash of fresh colour to the walls. Cool calm colours are often the go-to as it helps keep the mind from feeling cluttered.

We love Resene Rice Cake and Resene Duck Egg Blue or  Resene Sea Fog They can make an office space look and feel light and airy. What are your go-to office colours?

Home office decor ideas start now!

Now the fun begins! You can start placing all your existing items back into the room and on Shelves.

If you need some help on how to style a bookshelf Young, House Love has a great article that you can find here.

The first item you can add to a room is a rug

A rug can add an element of texture to a room as well as add a pop of colour depending on what you choose. In winter they can provide a cosy and warm feel. Our recommendations include:

Lochas Ultra Soft Indoor Rug

Who wouldn’t want to walk on this rug! The Lochas rug comes in a range of colours to suit any style of office room. This is an indoor rug that will provide your space with a luxury feel – go check it out, it will be worth it!

Bookshelves

If you have space then you will want to consider adding bookshelves like this Vintage Book Shelf. 

The Numenn Bookshelf is a sturdy 5 Tier bookshelf that can be styled with your favourite decor items.

Bookends

No bookshelf is complete without some stunning bookends and that’s what these Fasmov Heavy Duty Bookends will provide! You have to go check them out as they will look perfect on the Vintage Book Shelf mentioned above.

Vase

Every office room needs a good looking, sturdy vase for when you receive beautiful flowers! Check out your local home decor stores to find one that you love. Another great place to look at is 2nd hand shops as you will often find something unique at an affordable price.

Black and White prints

Don’t forget about the walls. Add some style and personality to your office walls with black and white prints.  These can be of your family, favourite places or simply an abstract image.

Artwork

If black and white prints are not your thing, then perhaps add some colour with a few pieces of artwork. Check your local 2nd hand shop to find some ‘one of a kind’ pieces.  Wall Art is big in office spaces as it can add a splash of colour – one of our favourites is this abstract painting! This will add a element of class and sophistication to your office space.

Plants

These green leafy things are a must in any office space. Plants provide that feeling of bringing the outside in. Real plants can help purify the air and they also had a splash of colour to the room as well.

If you don’t think you can manage a real plant, don’t worry, as these days you can pick up artificial plants that look just like the real thing. This Monstera would suit a home office.

Who doesn’t want a fiddle leaf tree in their office space – ahh yes, please!! Just remember to fluff the trees out once you get them back to the office.

Matching magazine files holders

Add some colour to your shelves with a set of matching magazine file holders. These are perfect for storing your favourite books in or hiding paperwork in.  You can get them in a range of colours to suit any professional office room space.

Clock

All office spaces need a clock to keep you working on your schedule. If you have the wall space a beautiful one like this Large Wall Clock will add style and personality to a room. If you prefer a tabletop clock then a clean and simple one like this digital alarm clock may be the perfect fit.

Lamps

All offices need great lighting, that’s why you may like to consider a lamp like the LED desk lamp. The lamp comes with a USB charging port, 4 lighting modes and 5 brightness levels.

If you’re looking for something that isn’t so modern these Ben traditional table lamps are a top pick in our books! These lamps come in a set of 2 and would add a classic look to any office space.

Decorative sign

You’ve got to love a good ole decorative sign!! I have instructions on how to DIY you own decorative sign if you want something specific. 

Alternatively, you can purchase some fabulous decorative signs perfect for your office space from home decor shops and Amazon.

Monthly wall planner

Keep organized with a monthly wall planner! Wall planners are useful as at a glance you can see what you have going on. So, if you have the wall space you may like to consider one. A few suggestions include the Jumbo Dry Erase Wall Planner or this classic framed blackboard wall planner.

Pinboard

Pinboards can be so useful in an office space and they don’t have to be ugly either!  Check out this Catalina Pinboard from Amazon – it has a stylish pattern and you can jazz it up with some pretty pins!

Baskets

Decorative baskets always look great in an office space! You can get a range of beautiful colours and styles and they can be extremely useful for storage or hiding items.

A few of our favourite baskets are:

Woven Storage Baskets – as pictured below.

The goodpick large rope basket. This is a soft basket made with 100% cotton rope.

Hosroome handmade wicker baskets set. 

Don’t forget about Office accessories

Stationery Sets

Who doesn’t love to accessorize their office space with some beautiful stationery sets?  We have found the most stunning Rose Gold Stationery Collection Items that you will want to get to make your desk look professional and stylish!

Need other Office Decor Ideas?

Check out Amazon for a bigger selection of office decor items that you can simply order online and get shipped right to your door!

How is your new office space looking?

We hope you have found some inspiring office decor ideas to create your dreamy professional space. Share with us in the comments any office styling tips you have!

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