Simple Ways to Upgrade Your WFH Space
Small changes can make a BIG impression.
A balanced home sets the foundation for a balanced life to unfold. At Create & Cultivate, we apply this same principle to our workspace—which, for many of us, has taken on new meaning this year as WFH has become the new norm. Whether you’ve temporarily transformed your guest room into a home office or simply designated a corner of your kitchen table to your workspace, the importance of having a dedicated place to work within your sanctuary has never been more abundantly clear. We tapped three entrepreneurial and influential women to showcase simple ways to level up your WFH setup and maximize productivity with Thomasville accents and accessories — proof that small changes can make a BIG impression.
Read on to hear their tips to level up your WFH setup.
An ergonomic office chair is a great investment piece because our chairs are the place many of us spend the majority of our WFH hours. We produce some of our best work when we feel comfortable and supported, so finding a great quality office chair to do just that can help boost productivity while elevating your workspace.
Never underestimate the power of a little extra comfort and support in your workspace. Adding a plush accent pillow with a pop of color can help bring the space to life while also helping provide upper back support in your work chair.
For the ultimate comfort starting from the ground up, adding a soft shag rug adds an extra element of warmth to any space!
An organized home echoes a balanced state of mind. Between busy schedules, commitments, and to-do lists, it’s important to keep life organized to maximize productivity.
Begin by creating storage space, so you can declutter and rearrange. Drawer organizers are great because they give smaller objects a designated place. Reducing clutter means you’ll spend less time looking for things, and more time focused on your to-do list.
Whether you have a designated home office, or are utilizing your kitchen as your workspace, our WFH environment can quickly become overrun with clutter. Use separate systems to organize your work life, especially if you share a space for work and household duties.
A great office chair is a must when working from home! This Thomasville office chair is supportive and functional, but also gorgeous! It’s completely changed my opinion of the typical “office chair”. Yes, it’s easy to pull up any old chair you have lying around the house, but taking care of your back and body is important when you spend so much time sitting at a desk.
A large, cozy rug really ties a space together. I love using warm neutrals to create an inviting space for productivity and creativity. I always recommend choosing a larger sized rug that will really fill the room. You want all of your furniture to fit comfortably on the rug with room to spare! This new rug is a much better fit for my office and makes the space feel larger.
Little accents, like this lumbar pillow, add personality to a space and also tie together your home with your home office. When the rooms flow seamlessly together, you’ll be more likely to enjoy spending time there. Maybe this becomes your new favorite reading corner - whether it’s a budget report or a new novel.
Win A Home Office Makeover From Urban Outfitters Home!
New year, new workspace.
Be honest-- how many empty drinks are on your desk right now? We'll go first. Five. It's shameful, we know and we're guessing you're in the same boat. Who isn't?
But a cluttered desk is a cluttered headspace-- even science says so.
We've been talking about getting your grid right for years. But how can you expect to have a tight IG game, if your work space is a mess. Or uninspiring?
The space around you matters. And new year means new desk space.
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Rad Art for Your Office That Sparks Creativity
Look at greatness. Be great.
Why does it always seem like our best ideas come to us in the middle of the night? And then when we need it most, we lose our creativity? Like when we’re building out a proposal for a huge client? Or sitting down for a meeting with our boss? It happens to the best of us. And we’re here to say, don’t let creativity blues get you down. Opt for artwork instead.
Because once you hit that slump there is a way to get back on track. Minted’s design marketplace connects you to unique products from the world’s best emerging artists. It’s where you find work from independent artists and make it your own. These pieces of art can help cultivate your creativity in the workplace and get you back on track.
With limited edition art from the world’s best emerging artists, styled uniquely for you, Minted will bring it to life with personalized art styling services starting at $79. That’s what we call bang for your creative buck.
Here are some of our favorites.
BRING A LITTLE OUTSIDE TO YOUR INSIDE
Being locked inside the office all day can be tedious. Peeking outside your window, and seeing the shining sun can make you feel even more eager (hello official start of summer).
Studies have shown that people who get up and move are more productive and more creative. So why not dance? Inspired by these “Dancing Palms,” who knows what you’ll think of mid arms-in-the-air wave? And if you’re feeling fond of the frond theme, this is another great option: a Cali-inspired print to bring you back to a state of good creative vibes.
Dancing Palms by Gray Star Design.
Art yields tranquility. Feeling stressed in the office can leave us lacking motivation. Gazing up at a calm picture can help bring us back to a state of relaxation and the ability to clear our minds. If you are looking for tranquil vibes, this may also work for you. And according to Google, blue is the most productive color.
Blue Cactus by Wilder California.
Sitting at your desk dreaming of summer? Well, there is a way to bring some sunshine into your office.This serene art deco picture of a “Guard Chair, Santa Monica” will motivate you at work, making you feel like you are outside enjoying a nice summer day.
Guard Chair, Santa Monica by Jacquelyn Sloane Siklos.
ART CAN ALSO INSPIRE CLIENTS (& CLOSE DEALS)
Put yourself in your client’s shoes: you walk into an office and you’re greeted it’s austere white walls. Do you feel at home? Do you feel your most creative? You might feel a little uncomfortable, like you can’t touch anything. Which, as the client, is exactly the opposite of how you want to feel.
Art can also help connect you to your clients on an emotional level. Don’t get dragged into stagnant and uncomfortable meeting. Escape to a dreamlike place with Undertow.
Or opt for abstract.
Abstract art can spark abstract thinking-- a must for when you’re spitballing idea with a prospective or current client. Bonus: yellow is an energetic color that is an instant mood lifter. So go ahead and elevate your office space.
Abstract Layers 1 by Kelly Nasuta.
GET OUT-OF-THE-BOX & OUT OF YOUR OWN WAY
Out of ideas? Feel like you hit a dead end? All it takes is one flash of an idea to get the rest flowing. Typewriters inspire creativity. Writers creativity comes from a keyboard, so what better way to spark your ideas than looking at one?
Ever catch yourself day-dreaming, wishing your were somewhere other than your office? Well, these Parisian Windows will make you feel a little more a part of that dream. Taking you to a world of fantasy for a minute will help kick-start your creativity in the office.
Parisian Windows by Annie Montgomery.
Wanting to escape work for a little? The sky’s the limit with this piece. Having an image that excites your imagination will help you take a step back and expand your mind in the office.
Confidence is the key to success. “Magnifique” staring at you in big gold letters instills will self-esteem in oneself and helps get those ideas flowing. If you like this vibe, you may want to group a few of these together to shake things up.
Or make it a mantra. Displaying calm, motivating, and inspiring quotes in your office will help bring back your free flowing thoughts of creativity. Seeing is believing. Sometimes we simply need the words right in front of us.
Nice Work; Humble Word both by Heather Francisco.
