Easy Home Office Decorating Ideas

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21 DIY Home Office Décor Ideas to Inspire a Workspace Refresh

Working from home never looked better.

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Picture this: You decide to work from home. Before you know it, it's noon and you're still in your pajamas. You feel uninspired and your productivity plummets. The cycle repeats. But what if it didn't? What if a little DIY home office refresh is all you need to reclaim your best work (from home)? Hint: It is, and the process is easier than you might think. In fact, we turned to a few trusted bloggers and interior designers to prove it with DIY home office décor ideas you can create in no time. From organization hacks to space-saving techniques, aesthetically pleasing décor and more, the following list includes productivity-boosting ideas fit for every space, style, and budget.

Whether you're working a strict 9-to-5, balancing multiple jobs, or searching for your next gig, these settings are beautiful, functional, and sure to inspire your best performance yet. Not sure where to start? Turn an unused closet into a cozy home office nook. Or add a bright pop of color to your walls for an instant boost of creativity. Decorating on a budget? Put your inspiration on display with a gallery wall or a series of family photos. Limited on space? DIY a guest bedroom into the perfect multipurpose home office, or get a desk for a small space. Take it from us: At end of a long (work) day, these easy home office décor ideas are all you need to keep going.

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Let Light In

When interior designer Coco Kelley transformed this attic into a home office, she faced the desk toward the window for optimal light and a glare-free computer screen. Make practical, simple changes like this one quickly and at no cost.

See more at coco kelley.

SHOP WHITE DESKS

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Save Space

We love this vibrant home office setup, which features a DIY wall mounted desk to save floor space. Insert modular shelving above for additional storage and display.

Get the tutorial at The Crafted Life.

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Sit Pretty

When in doubt, get creative with your seating arrangements. This budget-friendly IKEA desk chair hack can be done for under $50 total.

Get the tutorial from At Home with Ashley.

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Hang a Gallery Wall

Add a touch of eclectic character to your home office with a curated gallery wall. Find inspiration from the one pictured here, which features images and artwork from local artisans.

See more at Paisley + Sparrow.

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Take a Walk on the Wild Side

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Establish Elegance

On the other hand, take notes from interior designer Amie Corley, who balanced this structured space with feminine touches of pink and gold. Switch out your own knobs or lighting furnishes to get the look.

See more at Amie Corley Interiors.

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Adopt a Multipurpose Mindset

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Consider Contrast

Darker hues give way to a modern and sleek space. Paint your largest storage areas black or navy to achieve this very aesthetic.

See more at Just a Girl.

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Go Glam

Interior designer Kelsey Hymel of Kelsey Lee Interiors instantly elevated this home office when she replaced the ceiling fan with a crystal chandelier. Up your own glam factor with a similar luxe piece or two. Pro tip: Subtle, elegant styles with minimal color add a particularly feminine touch.

See more at Southern Curls & Pearls.

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Magnify Your Space With a Mirror

Want to make your home office feel larger-than-life? Magnify your space with a standing floor mirror. Go the antique route or opt for a modern, rectangular frame instead.

See more at Sapphire Diaries.

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Capitalize on Closet Space

That closet you never use? Turn it into a cozy home office nook for two. The one pictured here features wood-stained floating shelves and a DIY shiplap backsplash.

See more at Almafied.

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Put Your Inspiration on Display

What keeps you going at the end of a long day? Put that answer front-and-center with a unique and functional photo display rack. We love the rustic, lived-in feel of this farmhouse chic home office.

See more at Fiddle Leaf Interiors.

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Be Bold and Balanced

Regal chairs and symmetrical décor define this bold and masculine space. Frame your desk with two tall trees to achieve a similar look.

See more at Mia Mia Mine.

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Paint Your Ceiling

A charcoal ceiling pulls this moody home office together. Add a similar feel to your own space with your dark hue of choice. Paint your walls first though!

See more at Seeking Lavender Lane.

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Turn a Wall into a Workspace

Turn an unused wall into a functional workspace, even when a staircase is involved. A dark shiplap backsplash adds a special touch to this budget-friendly DIY desk project.

See more at Love Create Celebrate.

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Seek Storage With Character

These gorgeous DIY built-ins add storage with character to a monochromatic home office. Complete the project with grasscloth wallcovering for a subtle, yet standout, finish.

Get the tutorial at Room for Tuesday.

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Make it a Family Affair

Transform your home office into a child-friendly workspace that the entire family can enjoy. Find inspiration from this setting, which features a small antique desk sanded and chipped to perfection.

See more at Tidbits.

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