Dress Up Your Work Space

Since all of us workaholics spend more hours at the office than we do in our own homes, its time we start dressing up our space and personalizing our work areas so we feel a little more "at home." After all, we're all pretty tired of looking at white walls, right? But since your space is not technically your own, and your boss may not like it if you bring out a can of paint and start plastering it on the wall, we have some fun and bright ways to cheer up your work space without aggravating your boss. All of the below examples come from Anthropologie.

Start by replacing all the knobs or pulls on your desk. This is a simple way to dress up your desk without changing its surface. Just be sure to keep the original knobs if they ever need to be replaced.


Next, replace drab and plain swithplates with much more funky ones. You can either purchase pre-made switchplates like the ones below or get creative by making your own out of a favorite poster, photographs, wrapping paper, magazine art or other eye catching piece.


Once you've made those small touches, bring in a funky rug at your office entrance or under your chair. A brightly colored and patterned rug can create just as much drama and cheer as a painted wall. Don't be afraid to bring in a unique shape too.


Lastly, get rid of that plain lamp you've been using all these years and bring in one with much more flair. Don't be afraid to bring in a lamp with a unique color template or funky design. It will get people talking and lighten the air to make others feel comfortable enough to customize their own space.