Light + Color = Inspiration

So, there you are. 

Way back there in the guest bedroom...

Or your kitchen table...

Or maybe you're still in bed.

You know, wouldn't you rather be working on a desk like this?

home office design

If there's too much glare from the light coming in the window, try turning the desk perpendicular to the wall, like this one. 

Natural lighting - especially from a northern exposure - is best for working. Don't be afraid to turn your desk against the window if gazing out on a nice view and less glare on the computer screen is what works for you. If not, consider turning this desk and chair around to face the room.

 

                                             eclectic home office design by houston media and blogs Casa Greer

 Color doesn't have to be just paint on the walls. You can add vivid color to your office with photography,prints, or just imagine how your child's art could stimulate your muse --

                                     eclectic home office design by san francisco media and blogs SFGIRLBYBAY


But maybe you'd like some soothing color on the walls, like this-- 

contemporary home office design by sacramento interior designer Kerrie L. Kelly




Or something even stronger perhaps? -- 

contemporary home office design by dc metro interior designer Kelly Porter


My own writing space has turquoise walls, white trim, a black lacquered desk, and apple  green accents. I transformed my dining room, so my wall color is the same as the entry and a corresponding room, which is the 'official' office, but my husband took that one for himself! 


Consider three things with your wall color: 

• How bright is the lighting in your room? Natural lighting and Artificial Lighting. Colors change when you turn the lamps on at night.
• How tall are your ceilings? How large is the span of wall space you are about to paint? You can use a stronger hue  if your ceilings are tall, or if your windows are extra large. 
• What tone of brown, beige, black or white is your furniture? Your desk? Look at these photos and take note of the high contrasts in the schemes. Crisp white against chocolate brown; sharp black against blush. The stronger your contrast, the more stimulating the look. If you like a more tranquil mood, or you're renting and have to keep walls neutral, you may prefer the neutral or monochromatic schemes above. 

 Lots more ideas for setting up a kitchen desk space with style on http://www.houzz.com. 

Photos from http://www.houzz.com/
 

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A bientot!