Gone are the days of bland office walls decorated only with framed qualifications and awards. The contemporary office is (and should be) a motivational space for quotes, colourful pictures, and eye-catching artwork. But how do you start planning out inspirational wall art for your office?
It’s more than just nailing down some cute framed messages. Creating a motivational and genuinely inspirational space also requires a little design know-how and artwork inspiration.
We’ve got you covered with both.
7 Tips for Decorating an Office that Inspires
Your office is an extension of your work ethic, career goals, and personal aspirations. With these best practice ideas for wall art and ideal office decorations, you can make your work environment a great place to be.
Here are some tips to help decorate your home office.
1. Paint with colour and light
Beige and neutral tones may seem the most professional, but we like to throw those assumptions out the window. Use bold colours like blues, passion fuschia tones, or a vibrant gold to add dimension and power to the room.
At the end of the day, your colour scheme should reflect your personality and who wants to reflect it with a boring beige?
We also suggest getting rid of that harsh overhead light. Use decorative warm lighting to bring live to your space, like table lamps, background lighting, or under-cabinet lighting.
2. Flaunt your fabrics
Whether you are decorating your home office or you are back in the real one, nothing is stopping you from a design upgrade inspired by a fun fabrics. Think fab prints and delicious colours that inspire your creativity. No more drab greys and browns, consider bold prints, interesting textures, statement curtains, and cozy throws.
3. Curate wall art to elevate your space
Your walls are a canvas, and the art you choose can become a reflection of your personal mantra. Dive into the world of curated wall art to truly set the tone for your office. Personalise your space with memories or inspiring landscapes using photos.
Add a modern touch with wall grid panels that allow for versatility for rotating art pieces. Let inspiring quotes resonate with your journey and motivate you on the daily. And don't forget the dynamic touch of floating shelves, perfect for showcasing smaller plants, sculptures, and trinkets.
4. Organise your space
Clamp down on clutter with neat storage units that become focal points with bright colours and bold patterns. Tidy up the papers on your desk with desktop organisers and folders. Instead of filing all those books on your shelf by topic, why not file by colour? There are lots of Beautify and add colour to your desk with the latest diary organisers and file labels.
5. Embrace nature
Boost your oxygen intake with one or more plants. Plants help fight the yawns by purifying your office air while bringing the freshness of nature into the home.
Plus, house plants also give you the opportunity to create a stunning statement with a one of a kind planter.
6. Invest in flashy furniture
Furniture isn’t just functional. Bring both style and comfort to your office with a bright, sumptuous sofa, a bold yet relaxing recliner, or that bright red modern computer chair you’ve always wanted. With the right piece, it can become the entire focus point of your design aesthetic.
7. Create a practical layout
Especially in your home office, carefully consider where you place each piece of furniture. When the Zoom lens turns on, what will your colleagues see? Can you face a window while you work? Where can you put that file cabinet to hide your scraps of paper and receipts? However you plan the layout, most importantly, it has to feel open and inspiring.
Inspirational Quotes for the Office
Frame quotes are popular for a reason, whether you like the absolute classics or a couple of contemporary memes.
Our collection of office quotes will leave you with both giggles and inspiration.
You Are Braver framed words
“You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.” Winnie the Pooh.
These You Are Braver framed words from our favourite bear are mounted in a quality cedar wood frame, available in natural, whitewashed, or black—ideal for any office.
Framed Words - You Are Braver (Winnie The Pooh)
$69.00
Winnie is a wise bear. Framed Words wall art signs are inspiring, funny, and always perfectly timed. Handmade cedar frame Choice of natural, white, or black frame The sign is printed on wood Size is 13" X 16.5" Shop the… read more
We Can Do Hard Things framed words
“We can do hard things.” Glennon Doyle
The classic We Can Do Hard Things framed words by the bestselling author and podcaster Glennon Doyle will inspire you on those tough days.
The cedar wood frame measures 13” X 16.5”, ideal for a statement wall or floating shelf.
What If I Fall framed words
“What if I fall? Oh, my darling, what if you fly?” Erin Hanson
Banish daily doubts with the What If I Fall framed words . Framed in warm cedar wood, this inspirational quote for your office will surely add some courage to help you overcome that imposter syndrome.
Framed Words - What If I Fall
$69.00
A beautiful daily reminder to go for it! Framed Words wall art signs are inspiring, funny, and always perfectly timed. Handmade cedar frame Choice of natural, white or black frame The sign is printed on wood Size is 13" X… read more
Have Courage framed words
“Have courage and be kind. Where there is kindness, there is goodness, and where there is goodness, there’s magic.” Cinderella
A classic design for all those disney adults who want to add a dash of magic to their office walls. With the Have Courage framed words , Cinderella’s words inspire us to stay kind and find out magic. This is available in whitewash, natural, or black cedar wood frame.
Inspirational Wall Art for the Office
Art can be as inspiring as words, and these wall art choices can inspire your gaze.
Forest Owl art block
Grace your shelves or desk with this independently supported Forest Owl art block . Tune in to inner wisdom and transformation with this inspirational wood block.
Art Block - Lost & Found - Forest Owl
$49.95
A serene owl in a misty magical forest. Lost + Found hand plastered wood art blocks have a vintage feel. They celebrate beautiful things that could have been lost but instead were found. Keyholed for easy hanging Thick enough to… read more
Narwhal
Bring the whisper of the ocean into your workspace with the Narwhal rectangular art block. Choose between original or tiny sizes to suit your office placement.
Timber Art - Narwhal
$55.00
A perfect bit of whimsey for the baby's nursery. Our Timber Art wall & shelf art blocks, and their popular smaller version, Tiny Timbers, feature an array of imagery, from whimsy to nature, that elicit a feeling of timelessness. This… read more
Energy Follows Thought
Your dreams need energy before you can achieve them. This Energy Follows Thought block is specially designed to inspire you with the freedom of a rainbow and birds in flight.
Out with Boring. In With Inspirational Wall Art for Your Office
Do you have a favourite quote or image that inspires you and helps you focus? Extend your personality and personal mission statement to your office art with our handy tips and these stunning inspirational wood signs.
Find more workspace inspiration with our collection of cedar wood signs to keep you motivated.
