7 Office Desk Decoration Ideas To Improve Your Workday
Your work environment's decor can actually have an effect on your productivity and overall mood. And yet most offices aren't decorated well—if they're decorated at all. That's why you need to take matters into your own hands and perk up your workspace. Here are seven of the best office desk decoration ideas to help you do just that.
1. Low-maintenance plants that won't die over the weekend
Fear not, those without a green thumb. These plants don't require much attention but will, quite literally, add life to your desk. Added bonus: plants filter out air pollutants, so integrating some greenery will have a positive effect all around.
Here are some of the best (and easiest) ones for your work desk: ficus, spider plant, bamboo palm, succulent, snake plant, aloe vera, and air plants.
Shop: Glass Terrarium Kits with Tillandsia Air Plant ($21.99)
2. A tiny version of your pet
Do you miss your dog when you're at work? Of course you do. We'd prefer if every office was dog-friendly. But until then, decorate your desk with a custom pet bobblehead to keep you company.
Shop: Custom Pet Bobbleheads ($46)
3. Devices that eliminate having to get up every 5 minutes
Yes, sitting at your desk all day is bad. But you know what's worse? Sitting so long only to discover that your coffee is cold. That's when a mug warmer or electric tea kettle saves the day so you can work at your own pace.
Shop: Brentwood Appliances Tempered Glass Electric Tea Kettle with Infuser ($26.99)
4. Mini diffuser/humidifier to combat low-quality air
Ever wonder why you're loading up on the lip balm? It's probably your office's HVAC system, which makes the air stale and dry. Though you can't control the temperature, you can improve the air around you with a personal diffuser/humidifier. These devices can relieve symptoms that contribute to sinus irritation and dry skin and make the air smell like you're on a tropical beach.
Shop: Aroma Globe Diffuser and Humidifier with Oils ($29.99)
5. A unique mug that only you can claim
Every office has someone who thinks everything in it is fair game. You know the ones. Creating a custom mug brightens your work area and ensures no one can claim your clean dish as their own.
Shop: CanvasOnSale Magic Custom Mug ($14.99)
6. Adjustable computer table for work versatility
Sitting down all day can have adverse health effects, so having the option to work standing up should be a priority at all places of work. This laptop table stand is multi-functional, so you can work in whatever position you feel like, whenever you feel like it.
Shop: Multi-functional Laptop Table Stand with Built-In Cooling Fan and LED Light ($27.99)
7. Desktop punching bag
Internet not working? Get a passive aggressive email from a coworker? Take your work-related stress out on a desktop punching bag. Cheaper than therapy and oddly satisfying.
