If you've always been looking to redesign your home office, all the time you're spending at home presents the perfect opportunity to get that creativity flowing and try your hand and redecorating your space. That said, sprucing up your home office isn't the same as fixing your bedroom; your home office has to be both practical and beautiful so that you're motivated to get work done. Here are some design trends to take from top co-working spaces around the world.

Splashes of Color

Vancouver's Werklab comes highly recommended by minimalists for its all-white interior, which are broken up by pops of color both on the fixtures and the decorations. Even if your space isn't monochrome, there are bound to be a few predominant colors such as deep brown flooring and tan walls. It's worth brushing up on your color theory to find shades that can compliment what you already have. If you're feeling a bit more hands-on (and if you have the materials available), why not paint a wall or two in a different color?

Touches of Nature

Digital nomads who visit Bali flock to HuBud's co-working space with their laptop in tow</a>, and with good reason. This open-plan space is built with bamboo and offers a stunning view of the nearby rice fields, allowing guests to be closer to nature. If you don't have a porch or balcony to work from, you can instead opt to set up a small alternative desk near a window to change your view when the sunlight isn't too harsh, or else fill your space with large indoor plants such as a Rubber plant or a Bird of Paradise.

Varied Light Fixtures

Lights are functional, but that doesn’t mean they can’t be decorative as well. Industrious Chicago’s Evanston space layers wide ceiling lights with minimalist hanging spheres and wall lighting. Not only do these all come together to create a well-lit space, the variety also adds a sense of dynamism to your space. Changing up your lighting also adds a decorative touch without being too intrusive, and the inclusion of dimmers can help you adjust the brightness in a snap (or turn, for that matter).

Art Decorations

Your home office doesn't have to be static and boring, so why not jazz it up by hanging some art? Whether it's postcards or decorate vases on a shelf, these artistic touches can be swapped in and out depending on your mood. Worksmith in Melbourne features everything from graffiti to neon signs, proving that you can choose to go all-out on your design if it's something that will energise you.

Comfortable Furniture

Just because it's a home office doesn't mean it can't be comfortable. Ergonomic chairs and standing desks are comfortable, but sometimes your body wants a bit of a change. This is why 42 Acres in London's Shoreditch district trives towards making their spaces as comfy and relaxing as possible, strewing soft pillows on the floor and couches people can lounge around on. Even just adding one of these touches can make your home office feel a lot more welcoming.

Our post on the 5 Things to Consider When Remodelling Your Office highlights that your office is an extension of your personality, which holds especially true for your home office. Taking cues from top co-working spaces can help you find ways to redecorate your space while also ensuring it's conducive to work.

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