11 Motivating Office Decor Ideas to Update Your Workspace

Boost productivity—and your mood—with these inspiring home office decor ideas

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There’s no doubt about it: Your home office design can have a major impact on your mood and productivity levels. Whether you’ve been working at home for a while or are prepping your home workspace for the first time, these 11 motivating office decoration ideas will provide you with the inspiration you need to get started.

Get Creative with Wall Decor

Looking for high-impact home office decorating ideas? Start with your walls. These blank canvases lay the foundation for a personalized work office.

1. Motivational Quotes

Home office with chalkboard wall, desk, computer monitor, and motivational quotes
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Make bad days a thing of the past with an inspiring workspace. Motivational quotes and bright text pair well with a simple black-and-white color palette. For an added mood boost, look for ways to incorporate pops of color into your home office decor. 

2. Motivational Wall Art Stickers

Creative home office featuring motivation wall art stickers, paintings, and quotes
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If you want to take on a low-effort interior design project, consider adding motivational wall art stickers to your office. Rather than worrying about frames and hanging systems, you can combine your favorite graphic posters, paintings, and inspiring quotes into a custom installation. 

3. Motivational Framed Art

Home office decor featuring a framed motivational quote
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It can feel difficult to separate work from home, especially when working from your living room or bedroom. A gallery wall of framed motivational quotes and DIY art can help define your office space. 

To create a gallery wall, try mixing frames in different shapes and colors for an eclectic touch. Or, opt for a classic combination of black and white frames for a polished finish. 

4. Inspirational Canvas Art

Modern home office with inspirational canvas art on the wall
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There’s nothing artsier than unframed artwork on canvas. Embrace your inner artist and pick your favorite pieces to hang in an avant-garde arrangement like this one.

Set Yourself Up for Success with Office Furniture

You spend a lot of time in your home office. Make it a space you love with comfy, stylish furniture and plenty of room to store your necessities. 

5. Bookcases with Inspiring Titles

Modern home office featuring wood bookshelves, plants, and a leather chair
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A simple wooden bookshelf makes it easy to display your favorite books. Organize your collection by book size, color, or author. Then, fill in the blanks with family photos, plants, and souvenirs from unforgettable vacations. 

6. Stylish, Comfortable Furniture

Bright home office with wood floors, a neutral rug, and mid-mod style furniture
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You don’t have to sacrifice style for comfort when it comes to your home office. Invest in a sleek but supportive desk chair and take some time to find the perfect work table for your needs. If you have the space, add a small sofa and credenza for extra storage. 

7. Customized Computer Desktop

Home office desk with computer, keyboard, journal, and camera
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Turn your computer into a source of motivation by customizing your desktop background with your favorite quote, a family portrait, or a photo from an upcoming getaway.

Don’t Forget These Important Space Considerations

Customize these office ideas to suit your home and make your workspace even more inspiring. 

8. Natural Light

Bright home office with a desk, laptop, brown wooden chair, and big windows
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Sunlight is one of the best motivators for a busy day. Position your office chair and desk near a window to flood your workspace with natural light. 

9. Low Clutter

Minimalist home office with wooden table, white chair, bookshelf, and laptop
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Tidy spaces help keep your mind clear and focused from 9 to 5. Boost your productivity and keep your office free of clutter by focusing on the essentials: your computer, a desk lamp, and convenient storage, like a media cabinet or filing cabinet.

10. Easy Access to Items You Need Regularly

Home office space with a computer, keyboard, calculator, lamp, and notebook
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Guarantee a good day’s work by keeping your necessities within easy reach. Desktop storage makes finding documents easier, while simple shelving and coordinated boxes keep pens and notebooks organized and accessible. 

11. Use Real Plants for a Splash of Calming Nature Vibes

Bright home office with bookshelf, blue chair, and plants
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Live houseplants add a calming splash of green when used to accent your home office. Combine a variety of succulents, trailing vines, and trees for a respite in the middle of the busiest workdays.

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