Home Office Inspiration


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Working within a small space is a hard job, especially in a kitchen when you love to cook! There are some really creative ways to work in a small kitchen and one of them is a small island. Sometimes you just need that extra work space and it can make a huge difference, and also look pretty awesome. I have also found that once I get my small kitchen organized, it can actually be easier to cook in because everything is within an arm’s reach!
Most people that work from home have a dedicated office space, but for those of you who don’t always work from home and are missing that needed space for the occasional snow day (like here in MD), there are some creative ways to set up an impromptu work space!
A narrow sliver of room can be dedicated if you work from home for maybe only one day a week, but don’t have a dedicated office. Consider outfitting one wall with a narrow desk. Then, run some attractive draperies far enough out from the wall that it will be able to hide the desk when it’s not in use.
I wanted to share with you today a handful of my favorite images from a book I was recently sent to review, “A Space of My Own.” The book is by Caroline Clifton-Mogg, and is a great read for anyone who is thinking of setting up a home office, or who needs to overhaul the one they have now.
Here’s the book description: “For some of us it’s a small desk in the corner of a kitchen or living room, for others it’s a self contained home office, but we all need a space we can call our own – where we can catch up on emails, tackle household admin or enjoy some crafting. In A Space of My Own, Caroline Clifton-Mogg shows you how to make the most of your personal work space. Part 1, explores The Elements that make up a successful work area: from choosing the right Furniture and Lighting, to attractive Storage and Decoration to create an environment that truly brings out the creativity in you. Part 2 is about The Spaces as a whole, showing examples of Home Offices, Shared Work Spaces, Sewing & Craft Rooms and Space for Children & Teens. Featuring innovative case studies, it provides ideas and inspiration which can be easily translated into your own home. Because personal work space should be both practical and inspiring, and, quite simply, the more it is designed around your needs and tastes, the more inspired you will be.”
The style of home offices featured in this book vary greatly, from vintage country to sleek modern. So, there is eye candy for everyone.
One of my favorite spaces in the book – I love the table in the middle of the room – great for working on large projects that can be accessed from all sides, and I LOVE the large industrial light on the makeshift pulley system.
A cute little space for note-taking, bill paying, and keeping up with correspondences.
The natural light from the french windows makes for a great work environment.
I might get too distracted is I had a view as pretty as this one right in front of me!
If your work requires a lot of keeping archive of materials or files, get all of your storage in the same color and style to keep things visually tidy.
Love the glass cabinets!
If you work from home a lot, or want inspiration for a home office or craft room, definitely check out “A Space of My Own“
Depending on your work style, a simple workspace can help you stay focused
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Good light is a must – and there’s no better light than the natural light in this space
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For me, having inspiration pinned up near my desk helps me feel motivated to push myself as a designer
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Love this space. For me a large desk is a MUST.
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This home office is more like a luxurious boudoir than a setting for the daily grind!
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These striped curtains add a tailored look to the natural blinds
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This office belongs to Jen Ramos of Made By Girl
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Love the chair and the pendants…
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I do light sewing but plan to really learn more over the next two years. A room devoted to sewing would be divine.
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so elegant! via Elle Decor
One of my fav. home offices of all time. This space proves that even a garage can be pretty. The track lighting just makes the beams look industrial chic!
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I really like these filing cabinets from Crate and Barrel
An unused closet can make a small but functional home office.
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Good organizing accessories also make your space pretty and functional. This nifty laptop organizer, and this adorable teacup supply organizer are from Emmo Home.