How to Create an Inspiring Work from Home Space

I love to work from home, but my space wasn’t the most inspiring. My desk at work is clean, simple, but also decorated just how I like which keeps me focused and motivated throughout the day. Since work from home has become the new norm, I needed to setup my space so I’d get more done!

Clear off your workspace

I tend to spread out as I work, so it’s important for my desk to be clean and free of clutter. The first thing I did was clear through the paperwork and knickknacks. Overall I’ve been trying to do that with all my spaces this past year because I love my little collectables! Now I try to limit myself and I did the same with my desk.

I also write a lot of notes to myself because I’m forgetful, so having a “rule” for myself to keep the desk clear helps me clean everything up at the end of the day!

If you’re struggling with keeping your desk clear, get some hidden storage spaces to help out. Our monitor stand also doubles as a set of drawers so we can keep paperwork and office supplies in them.

Surround yourself with things that inspire you

It’s hard to sit in one place for eight hours and work the entire time. I like to put little quotes and photos in my workspace that keep me inspired and motivated. Even if you aren’t a visual person, try this out especially if you’ve been struggling with inspiration! Put up photos of past trips that will motivate you to work and save up money for future ones, or artwork that you love.

Getting a grid like the one above allows you to put multiple photos and quotes up. If you’re indecisive like me, this is great because you don’t have to decide between them!

Keep a calendar somewhere near your workspace

I like being able to see a complete picture of the month, so I always have to have a physical calendar. I have my bullet journal that I can write my daily appointments and tasks in, but having a clear view of the month is really helpful.

This calendar is from Target, but if you want to go the cheap and easy route, you can always just find one on the internet and print it out! A physical calendar also keeps me from pulling my phone out so much which helps keep me on task.

Make sure your workspace is comfortable

It took Alex and I way too long to invest in a comfortable chair for the desk, and I’m so glad we finally did last year! We spent $70 on one from Ikea, which isn’t too bad for something you’re going to be sitting in all day. I’ve always liked the option to sit criss-cross in my desk chairs (my form is not ergonomic at all, I know) so it was important for me to have a large, cozy chair.

There’s even enough room in this chair for me to put a shoulder and back massager behind me, and let me tell you how much of a game changer that is. My comfort level has skyrocketed these past few weeks.

Staying inside so much has been difficult, but there are ways to make your space inspiring. I hope these tips help and that you’re doing alright with your work from home endeavor. Let me know on Instagram if you use any of my tips! A lot is changing right now so it’s perfectly normal to feel anything but normal right now. Good luck with setting up your space!