Home Office Desk Ideas to Help you Focus

Choose the home office desk that works for you

Setting up your home office desk to suit you is paramount to your productivity. Think about how you will actually work from home and what kind of person you are. For example: Are you prone to clutter or distraction? Do you need space to move around to keep you motivated? How many screens will you need to complete your work comfortably?

Taking these things into consideration will certainly guide you towards your dream WFH desk. Here are some home office desk ideas to get you started…

Keep it minimal for smooth-sailing study

Opting for a minimalist desk, such as a simple wooden desk, is one way to save space. Without the bulk, your space can breathe and leave room for your legs to swing happily beneath your desk but these designs also create the impression of there being more space. Before you know it, the space feels bigger, lighter, and you’ll forget you ever had a small home office in the first place.

The workday disappears in a flash with a foldable desk

If you’re tight on space, we recommend exploring fold-down, wall-mounted desks, like our Hideaway desk. Not only is their simple design satisfyingly stylish but by upgrading your WFH setup with one of these, it means you can use your home office in the evening for fun, supporting that much-needed work-life balance. If you happen to work from your living room and you’ve got an unused alcove, slotting in a closet desk is another clever way to make sure every inch of space is filled with purpose. 

Be intentional with your worktops 

It’s good to have a worktop material in mind as you look at types of desks too; think about the essence you want your WFH office to give out. Glass can exaggerate a sense of spaciousness whereas wooden desks may slide more easily into a grounded Scandi style. Certain metal frames on the other hand can bring a no-nonsense authenticity to your office or a satisfying minimalism.

Desk placement tips for the ultimate WFH experience

The placement of your home office desk will depend largely on who you are. If you’re someone who’s easily distracted, facing out the window onto a busy street or park might sap your focus. However, if procrastination is an important part of your day, those beautiful, far-reaching views can give you those much-needed distractions.

Another benefit of being by the window is being showered in natural light, improving mood, sleep and even your focus. When staring at a computer all day, regular exposure to natural light can also better your eye health.

Placing your WFH desk up against a wall can also help with opening up a small home office space and hiding unattractive tangles of wires. However, if you have the luxury of a larger space, placing your desk centre stage can give you main character energy so you can master that creative flow.

Desk accessories to the rescue

Don’t sleep on trendy organisation systems which will keep you happy at work. For instance, desk organisers or even monitor stands which incorporate storage are must-haves for maintaining a clear and focused mind, giving you clear sections to systemise your bits and bobs and the all-important WFH snacks.

If you’re interested in finding out more about how to declutter your WFH desk to boost productivity, read our blog so you can truly master your home office setup. 

Desktop drawers that fit right in your WFH setup

Having easy access to a set of desktop drawers is a must-have so you can gather all your stationery and files in one place and be able to whip things out in a flash. If you’re working from a neutral palette, you can even use desktop drawers to bring a pop of colour to your desktop scenario, like upgrading to a Cardinal Red or Bisley Green MultiDrawer – giving you that optimistic boost when you need it most. 

If you’ve got more space to play with, perhaps opt for under desk storage to complement your WFH desk, keeping your work area even tidier by hiding away items you don’t always need to hand.

Show your home office some love with colour

The best part of having your own home office space is that you’re free to put your own stamp on it. Personalisable desks with a choice of striking colours with different legs from trendy hairpin options to wooden staples means you can pick a home office desk that feels true to you and your existing decor.

If you’re not sure where to start with colour, we’d recommend browsing Pinterest for design ideas to help you whittle down your favourites – create a folder called ‘desk ideas’ so you can start highlighting those favourites now.

Remember, making your space feel personal to you will help you focus by immersing you in familiarity and joy… We’ve made it easy for you and highlighted some of the most popular colours that could elevate your concentration on WFH days.