Knowing how to organize your desk properly is a crucial step towards achieving optimal concentration and working or studying effectively. A clean, attractive desk helps maintain mental order and a positive attitude!
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Organizing your desk with style and keeping it tidy without sacrificing aesthetics is highly subjective: what seems beautiful and interesting to one person may seem chaotic to another (and vice versa). But in this guide, you'll find solutions for all tastes! Don't forget that organizing a desk is just one aspect to consider when furnishing a study room and studying or working with maximum comfort.
If you work at home or in the office, if you study, if you have children struggling with homework... Discover with us how to organize your desk in a functional and, above all, beautiful way!
1. How to organize your desk with shelves: make use of the walls (too)!
If you have a desk with built-in shelves (but this also applies if you have shelves hanging above the worktop), there are pros and cons.
The pro: lots of extra storage space. The con: more items and, most likely, more clutter.
So, how do you organize a desk with shelves without turning it into a jungle? We'll reveal a trick: count the shelves you have available (including the desk). For example, are there three? Great, now divide your items into three categories: those you use constantly, those you use fairly often, and those you use rarely.
On your desk, arrange only the items you use all the time, like your computer, planner, and pen holder; then work your way up, so that the highest shelves contain the items you use less often.
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Eliminate everything superfluous and, instead, use some empty space to place items you like: a nice ornament, a framed photo, a postcard... Having them in front of you while you work or study will help you stay in a good mood.
Now that you know how to decorate a desk with shelves or racks, get to work right away: you'll see the results!
2. Organize your desk with a mood board: inspiration at your fingertips!
Especially if you're a creative professional, there are good habits that can help you keep your inspiration flowing. How to decorate your desk with a mood board, for example!
A mood board is a pinboard that hangs or rests on your desk. It's used to pin images that help you find the right "mood": the perfect state of mind for your work.
For example, if you're creating something inspired by autumn (be it a drawing, a poem, a blog post, a piece of jewelry, or a dress), filling the board with autumnal images will help you overcome any creative "blocks."
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Yes, but in practice, how do you organize your desk with a mood board (and which mood board should you choose)?
It all depends on your needs and tastes: it could be a simple cork board with pins, a wire mesh with clothespins... or something more elaborate. You can even make it yourself. (But for that, you'll have to read the last paragraph!)
3. Decorate your desk in pink for a boost of good humor
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The world is beautiful because it's diverse: there are those who need rigor and minimalism to work well, and those who want to see life in pink (and decorate their desk in pink)! It's scientifically proven that pink conveys positive feelings like confidence and optimism.
If you have a home office and can do whatever you want, painting the wall opposite your workstation can be a great idea. If you work in an office, all you need is a few accessories: a nice cushion, a pen holder, a box, a lantern, a mug... Even a planner and stationery!
You can also decorate your desk with fresh or dried flowers, in all shades of pink, of course. Even the most complex tasks will suddenly seem more pleasant and simple.
4. How to organize your desk with boxes and containers
Want to know how to organize your desk for maximum functionality while adding a touch of style to your office or study? The answer is simple: use boxes and containers, even better if colorful!
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Trust us: you'll have loads of fun matching colors and patterns, and your workspace will be incredibly tidy yet fun. The perfect balance between aesthetics and minimalism.
Here are all the items you can use to organize your desk and keep clutter out:
- Trays (or low, open boxes) to store small items like paper clips, tape, and Post-it notes, keeping them within easy reach.- Tall binders to organize files and documents.- Lids for larger items like notebooks, scissors, or craft tools.- Cable management boxes to keep everything organized.- Desk drawers and pen holders to organize stationery.
You'll see: with even just one of these items, organizing your desk will be a breeze.
5. Decorate your desk with plants: green is beautiful!
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It's well known: decorating with plants allows you to create a comfortable environment and is also a great idea for adding color to an office. This also applies to your work surface: when organizing your desk, always leave some space for plants! A brilliantly simple solution that will make you feel better almost without you realizing it.
If you have some floor space near your work surface, you can invest in a beautiful tall indoor plant like a ficus, monstera, or Kentia palm. Otherwise, you can decorate your desk with smaller plants.
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The best desk plants are succulents and succulents (if you can't water them regularly or tend to forget), as well as bonsai and jade plants. Or a small sansevieria: if you love color, you can find some with little multicolored "caps" that will instantly cheer you up!
Finally, if you have a table with shelves or wall shelves, choose hanging plants like pothos or climbing figs. You'll see: organizing your desk with beautiful plants will give your work or study a whole new flavor.
6. How to Organize Your Desk with an Industrial Look
We've chosen to dedicate a section to this style because industrial isn't the first thing people think of when it comes to organizing their desk. And yet, surprise: it works perfectly!
Want to know how to add a touch of urban charm to your desk? First, choose your table and chair carefully: materials like metal, glass, and leather are always perfect, especially in black or dark, warm colors like brown.
Accessories will do the rest: industrial metal lamps, bold prints, and iron or concrete ornaments will add the finishing touch.
The result? Strong, unexpected, and full of personality!
7. How to Organize Your Desk by Adding a Shelf
Want to discover a foolproof trick for freeing up space on a small table? We'll give you a solution you might not have thought of yet: organize your desk by adding a simple shelf!
You can find many "stands" on the market that are essentially miniature tables. They serve a dual purpose: raising your computer screen to improve your posture, and saving space by taking advantage of the height!
If you use a desktop computer, you can store your mouse and keyboard under the shelf when not in use. Alternatively, use the space under the shelf to store flat objects like books, diaries, and notebooks: organizing your desk this way will be a breeze (and you'll have saved a lot of space!)
PS: Don't underestimate the aesthetic value of these shelves. Use the remaining space not occupied by the computer to display frames, plants, or small ornaments: a great idea for adding a decorative touch to your desk!
8. How to decorate your desk with paintings and postcards: a touch of creativity
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A little art never hurts, right? Let's go further: shapes and colors relax the mind and can help you find the right energy while working or studying.
So, you need a creative solution... How to decorate your desk with postcards, for example!
Easy and affordable: all you need is a bulletin board to hang on the wall to let your imagination run wild every time you look up. If possible, choose a theme and avoid mixing too many styles: it's best to use all graphic or photographic subjects.
For example, photos of places you've visited will make you smile and help you fantasize about future trips. Or, miniature reproductions of modern paintings will give your desk a super creative look (and you'll have a new collection to indulge in: now you know what souvenirs to choose for your next vacation)!
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The deluxe alternative? Decorate your desk with paintings. This is the most impactful solution if you have more space and/or a larger budget.
Here too, choose a common thread (it could be a style, a color, or a shape) and have fun combining frames of different sizes! A great idea for elegantly decorating the wall opposite your desk.
9. How to organize your desk yourself: low cost, lots of creativity!
Often the perfect solution is also the most fun. Like this one! Want to organize your desk with DIY? Then try making a DIY bulletin board or mood board.
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You'll need a wooden panel, a sheet of foam, a nice fabric, ribbons, and pins.
To create your DIY mood board, first glue the padding to the wooden panel and let it dry. Then cover everything with fabric: no sewing needed; you can secure the excess fabric to the back of the board with a sturdy stapler (or glue).
Now, arm yourself with a ruler and pencil and draw a grid on the fabric: this will be the outline you'll follow to create the board's structure. Arrange the ribbons along the lines and secure with a pin every time two ribbons intersect. Voila: your DIY mood board is ready to decorate your desk!
For an extra touch, add a frame or decorate with dried flowers. Now you can have fun by inserting your inspirational images into the ribbon structure.
Want a simpler alternative? All you need is a frame, some string, and a few clothespins: the easiest and prettiest way to organize your desk with DIY!
Functionality and order, but also aesthetics, inspiration, and a little healthy DIY: have you seen so many ways to decorate your desk? Get ready to give your workspace a whole new look!
