Home Office Trends

If you don’t have some sort of home office setup, we have just one question for you; “Why?” We acknowledge that it’s important to have a good work-life balance. That’s precisely why we love having a dedicated office space; it actually helps delineate work and home rather than the opposite. We’ll show you how beautiful a home office can be and give you tips for being more efficient in your home office so you can get back to living your life!

A DESK WITH A VIEW

More and more home offices are thoughtfully placing the workspace in a window. That seems like a small thing, but it has real impacts for your overall well-being. Windows in your workspace have been proven to boost your energy levels, reduce work-related stress and improve your overall feeling of happiness. In a home office, this also allows you the chance to feel more connected to your home and family, especially if the window overlooks a spot where kids might be playing outside. This will naturally encourage you to get your work done!

Closet Factory

TEXTURE

We’re seeing tons of home offices that incorporate lush fabrics and luxurious textures. And it just makes sense! One of the benefits of working from home is a sense of comfort; shouldn’t your home office space be designed to maximize that feeling? From velvet desk chairs to elegant drapes, texture brings warmth to what could be a sterile space.

If your current setup feels a little “blah,” start with what’s most immediate. If you’re uncomfortable at your desk, start with the chair. If that’s fine, think about what’s directly in your line of sight; lamps, desk accessories, wallpaper and window treatments can all make a big splash.

West Elm

BUILT-INS

We love the idea of a home office setup that is a seamless part of your space. Each of these desks is built into a larger space that functions as a library and storage area. Having a desk as a part of a built-in cabinet area means any wall can easily become your new office. Unused or under-utilized closets, dens, family rooms, pantries and “junk” rooms all afford you the space you need to create an office setup!

Both of these setups feature trends we’re seeing everywhere lately. Darker cabinets offer a luxe look that helps the office both feel like a feature while looking like a more organic part of the overall whole. Wallpaper brings texture and a custom feel that we just adore.

COLOR MATTERS

We all know that color theory truly matters. Gone are the days of stark, boring offices; nobody feels productive in that kind of environment, especially when it’s in your house. Instead, people are carefully choosing color schemes that help them feel at home and ready to work. (If you love white or beige walls, we support you; just be sure to choose a neutral that gives you the right “vibe.”)

And while we’ve always put wallpaper on anything that would hold still long enough, statement wallpaper is very much on-trend right now. We encourage you to give it a go!

Graham & Brown

Thibaut

ON THE UP & UP

More home offices are going vertical. Shelves reaching to the ceiling were originally driven by necessity, but people are realizing the storage potential of their office spaces. We love how the shape and color of these cabinets is mirrored by the ceiling design.

Drawing the eye upward makes the area feel grander; everyone’s office needs a sense of gravitas! Vertical lines will help elongate the space. Pedestal tables, framed glass doors, built-in shelving, interesting ceilings, tall plants and geometric furniture can help pull off this design trick.

If you love this look, what should you avoid? Heavy, bulky desks can “weigh down” the bottom half of the room; on the flip side, large, excessively decorative lighting can have the same effect on the top half. Aim for balance –good advice for any situation, right?

Closet Factory

ACCESSORIZE!

Studies show that personal accessories help us feel more connected to our work. And in a home office, accessories help our work feel connected to our house!

In 2023, office accessories are trending toward items that seem to have a handcrafted look. That includes bouclé woven fabrics, texture pottery and organic, imperfect shapes. People are really leaning toward storied pieces with tons of character. Vintage, artisan and heirloom pieces can really add that to your space. In Kentucky, equestrian or Bourbon accessories are always on-trend.

Magnolia Home

York Wallcoverings