When it comes to designing your office space, choosing the right colour scheme will have a significant impact on your productivity, creativity, and overall mood when in the space. We all have different preferences when it comes to what environments we work best in, so considering how different colours will make you feel is vital.
In this post, we'll cover 10 different colour ideas for your home office to boost your productivity when working from home, and what makes the colours so beneficial for you to be able to choose the best scheme for you. We'll also go over some of our best product ideas for any office style.
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Calming Blues for Focus and Concentration
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Using blue for your office's primary colour has and most likely always will be regarded as one of the best options you can choose. Lighter shades of blue, such as sky blue or soft aqua are perfect for creating a calm and serene atmosphere, making them ideal for stress-free environments.
The most obvious way to apply the colour would be through your walls, however, you can also consider incorporating blues through your furniture and decor, as accents in your space. This is ideal if you prefer the sound of having the primary elements of your office finished in a mute, neutral colour with more obvious colours sprinkled throughout your space.
Soothing Greens for Relaxation and Balance
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If you're seeking a calm, refreshing office space, green is the perfect colour for you. Being known for its soothing qualities, you have so many different shades of green to choose from, making this option a super versatile one for your space.
To get the most out of the colour's sense of balance and harmony, opt for medium to light shades of green to create a soft connection with nature. For a more intimate, soothing office space, a darker green can act as an ideal base for the rest of your space's elements. Natural materials such as wood will complement a green space, no matter the shade.
Light Neutrals for a Smaller Office Space
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For smaller office spaces, it's essential to choose colours that maximise the sense of space in the room. The best way to do this is through the use of light, soft neutral colours like off-white, beige and pale grey. These colours will reflect light much more efficiently, creating the illusion of an increased sense of space.
These colours can also be ideal for creating a clean-looking, professional office space, becoming a backdrop for the other elements in your space. You have more opportunities to include different decor pieces, as the soft neutrals make the room feel airy and uncluttered.
Warm Tones for a Cozy Space
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A home office full of warmth and comfort can be a great way for you to increase your productivity. Shades of warm yellows, earthy oranges or soft browns are the best colour choices if a cosy, inviting atmosphere is what you like the sound of.
Using these colours will promote a sense of stability and warmth, making your home office a pleasant space to work in. As well as using warm tones for your main colours, incorporating them through decor, accents and textiles can be super beneficial for creating such an inviting space.
Go Minimal with Classic Whites
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Still one of the most popular colour choices for home offices, classic white can be the perfect basis for a minimal space. White evokes cleanliness, simplicity and a sense of professionalism, perfect for a space dedicated to productivity and efficiency.
As with neutral tones, classic white acts as a great backdrop to allow other elements in your office space to stand out. With the pieces you choose to include in your office, it's vital to create a balance between the white and the colours of the pieces to avoid a sterile feel.
Energising Yellow for Creativity and Positivity
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Of all the vibrant, energetic colours out there, yellow is the best for stimulating creativity and promoting a positive mindset. For a home office, opt for softer shades like a buttery yellow or pale lemon to avoid overwhelming your space, especially if it's a smaller office.
Yellow is also a perfect colour for accents throughout your office, for example through furniture, artwork or accessories to infuse a lively, optimistic vibe into your office if you don't like the idea of yellow being so prominent.
Serene Grey for Modern and Minimalist Offices
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Grey is one of the most versatile and contemporary colours, especially in a modern home office setting. It's ideal for creating a clean, sophisticated ambience whilst allowing for other elements to shine through.
Consider using different shades of grey for your walls, furniture and decor to achieve the most sleek, minimal aesthetic possible. Be sure to include some warm-coloured tones throughout, potentially through lighting, to prevent your office from becoming too bland.
Dynamic Red for Boldness and Energy
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For those looking to make a statement in your office, red is a bold, powerful colour ideal for this theme. Symbolising passion, energy and determination, red is one of the best colours to be filled with creativity when surrounded by it.
As red is a pretty in-your-face colour, you can easily use it for things like your furniture upholstery, accent walls or other smaller decorative elements to create a dynamic office whilst maintaining the bold, energising feel of the colour.
Deep Navy for Class and Sophistication
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A popular theme for home offices is sophistication with a modern touch. Using a navy colour for your primary shade is undefeated in providing this to a home office, also becoming the perfect starting point to base the rest of the elements in your space around.
In regards to your furniture, a natural wood finish can pair perfectly with navy, adding to modern sophistication whilst introducing some texture to your office. Using navy for an accent wall is another great way to include the colour, paired with an off-white for the rest of your walls.
Refreshing Aqua for a Coastal-Inspired Office
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For a refreshing coastal-inspired home office, consider incorporating shades of aqua or turquoise. These colours are super effective in evoking relaxation, reminiscent of a beach/ocean getaway. Aqua and Turquoise are very pastel-like meaning they won't overbear your space with colour.
Instead of using these colours for your walls, incorporating them through office accessories, wall art and upholstery on a neutral-toned backdrop can still infuse a sense of tranquillity into your home office. A coastal-inspired office is the ideal way to connect your indoor space with nature.
Choosing the right office colour scheme can completely alter your workflow and enhance your productivity, creativity and overall well-being when spending time in your space. Whether you opt for calming blues, soothing greens or light neutrals, each colour has its unique effect on your office environment.
Experimenting with different combinations and how they work with your desired vibe for your office is key. By understanding the impact of colours on the overall feel of a space and mood, you can create an office space that not only looks visually appealing but also allows you to hone in on your tasks.