This post shows you desk decor ideas you’ll love to recreate for your own space.
For many people, their desk is where alllll the magic happens, and for this reason we think that it’s particularly important your desk space is your definition of heaven.
If you’re struggling to find the perfect desk inspo, look no further, my friend!
We’ve got everything: minimalistic white themes, outer space ideas, cute bear themes that make your heart melt, and even dark academia themes!
With this article as your guide, you will be able to transform your space from “meh” to “WOW!”
24 Best Desk Decor Ideas
1. Gentle on the Eye
This inspo incorporates so many elements that go together so well and, as the title says, is indeed easy on the eye.
From the gorgeous dark wood color to the low lighting behind the PC, to the luscious green plants and the black details of the desk pieces, this inspo really is doing the absolute most.
2. Dark Color Scheme
Simple dark color schemes like this are some of my favorites to look at.
When your life is already a busy mess, the last thing you need is for your desk space to contribute to that stress.
By sticking to these basic dark color schemes, it means you have an organized work space to perform at your best.
All my corporate WFH peeps, I’m looking at you!
3. Bear Theme
This is one of the most adorable desk setups that we’ve seen in a long time, don’t you agree?
The idea of using an iPad instead of a full PC is the absolute best if you have less space to work with, and want to keep it simple.
I also really love the super gentle tones of the colors; it adds such a nice feel to the space.
4. Plants Plants Plants!
For all my plant-loving friends, this beauty would be setting your imagination on fire!
The details are what makes it so unique: the vine wall behind the PC, the wood desk with black details, and the vast array of plants.
While the Pokemon touches look absolutely amazing, if it’s not your thing, it would still look great leaving them out!
There is lots of room for flexibility with this one, as you long as you stick to the one main rule – LOTS OF PLANTS!
5. Beige Mom Desk
Although many people may knock the “sad beige mom” aesthetic that we’ve been seeing a lot recently, this inspo proves that when done right, it can be very effective.
While the color palette sticks to tones that are a bit less exciting for most, the incorporation of the low lighting behind the PC and the extended screen side, marries very well with the light brown tones.
6. Fairyland Aesthetic
The main elements that make this set up so great is the fantastic color scheme as well as the vines and butterflies that add a super nice touch.
Bring your childhood dreams to life with this darling desk set up.
You won’t regret it!
7. Gentle All-White
If you’re working with a space that is quite small, sticking to a white color theme can help to open up the space significantly, and make you feel like there’s more room.
This inspo also has extra storage above the PC – who doesn’t love that?
8. Extreme Screen
I’ve seen lots and lots of PC screens in my time – but nothing quite like this!
If you work from home or a gaming enthusiast, a screen this huge is just right for you.
Because the large screen steals the show a bit, keeping the rest of the space super simple and clutter-free is a great way to ensure the space doesn’t become overwhelming.
9. Dark Academia
Instead of using the usual overhead lighting system, this inspo utilizes candles and fairy lights which help give the space a gentle and warm feel to it.
If a big shelf is feasible with the space you’re working with, I would highly highly encourage something like this for the sake of storage.
It’s an absolute game changer!
10. Bold Black & White
We’ve seen black desk inspo, and we’ve seen white desk inspo…so why not combine them both?
The contrast between these two very differently colors makes for a super intriguing combination to look at.
It’s popular for a reason, my friend!
11. Stationary Extravaganza!
Inspo like this is every creative art lover’s definition of HEAVEN.
If you’re like me and you loveee your creative hobbies, but have overflowing amounts of pencils and pens that you don’t know how to store, then this sort of set up will be right up your alley!
Bonus point if you can color coordinate everything or put it in rainbow-color order.
Super aesthetically pleasing to look at…
12. Clean Girl Aesthetic
We’ve been seeing a lot of the viral “clean girl aesthetic,” but this desk inspo is definitely a first of its kind.
It’s giving “IT girl” in a super simple way that is easily achievable, even for those that don’t think they’re creatively gifted.
The combo of simple black hues with gorgeous cream colors makes for the perfect set up!
13. Plants & Gentle Lighting
The combination of some luscious green plants with warm, low lighting will never fail to amaze me with how effective it can be.
The warm tones in the low lighting is also nicely complimented by the wood desk and chair that also have gorgeous warm tones to them.
14. Wood & Rustic with White Elements
We’ve been seeing quite a lot of wood material being used in peoples homes lately, and this inspo definitely gives a great idea as to why!
The warm tones in the wood are nicely complimented by the white elements throughout the set up.
And the grey wall serves as a perfect base for the space to come to life.
I will definitely be keeping this one up my sleeve!
15. Out Of This World
For all my space lovers out there, this ones for you!
While it may look simple at first, the color scheme (black, white, and blue) works perfectly together to bring this masterpiece to life.
I also love the extra storage shelf above the PC – super creative!
The blue LED lights behind the top of the desk perfectly bring it all together – the cherry on top to this super unique and edgy set up.
16. Cute Animal Cartoons
How cute is this one?
I feel like I’m going to explode from cuteness just looking at it!
While trying to create these super adorable and cozy looks in our space, the use of warm tones is essential.
This inspo does this just perfectly!
And with the classic floating shelves and desk drawers, we can indeed have the best of both worlds – cuteness overload, while still being super practical storage wise.
17. Minimalistic Wood Theme
Inspo like this one immediately makes me feel warm inside.
Something about the warm undertones and wood really stirs something in me the best way possible.
When you use mostly wood for your desk space, it still allows so much flexibility to explore your own creative touch and make the space truly suited to you.
18. Pops of Purple
Are you a lover of all things purple?
Then why not make your desk set up purple!
There really isn’t much to this one.
Just make everything you possibly can purple color and you’re good to go!
This is great for the people who just want a no-nonsense desk space or don’t have much time to do anything extreme.
19. K.I.S.S.
You know what they say – Keep It Simple Stupid!
Even though the general color theme for this setup use basic colors like white and cream, the biggest take away from this inspo should be on how effortlessly minimalistic it is.
I also love the details of the super comfy chair as well as the PC screen that fits the color scheme well!
This is a nice, clutter-free desk if you spend quite a bit of time in this space and need to be able to get things done efficiently.
Trinkets can get in the way sometimes, and for my simple-desk-space lovers out there, this one’s a wonderful idea.
20. All Pink Moment
You can never have too much pink in your life – amiright, or amiright?
Before I state the obvious and point to the fact that everything in this inspo is the color pink (duh), I want to emphasize how much can be done with such little space.
The use of compartmentalized storage containers and different compartments for tucking things away really helps to make the most of the space.
The heart details are also super super cute in this one, we cant help but feel giddy just looking at it!
21. Quirky & Retro
This inspo is every retro-loving teenager’s dream: the plants, the car posters, the speakers, the large PC screen.
What more could you want, honestly?
Making use of storage while keeping a minimalistic look can be difficult.
But this one seems to do it just perfectly with the floating shelf in the center.
Take notes, Peeps!!
22. Mystical Magic
Where do I even start with this one?
The plants, the stunning low lighting, the big screen for gaming, the hanging vines – just everything!
I don’t know anyone who could look at this sort of inspo and not feel happier immediately.
The set up of the gaming controllers is also a super cool hack if gaming is your thing.
Not only does it look absolutely amazing on display, but is great for storage purposes as well!
23. Wood, Black, and Green Combo
The show stopping wood, black and green combo is one that will never get old. And sophisticated.
When we stick to basic colors, then have pops of green in the plants, the juxtaposition between the different shades creates an amazing look that’s hard not to appreciate.
24. Blue Theme
The color blue would hands down have to be one of the most aesthetically pleasing colors to look at, and if you’re working at your desk all day, then this is exactly what you should be going for.
The feature wall is a great way for you to be able to have your own creative input in your space, while also providing opportunities to optimize storage space!
If you are going to go for an all-blue theme, I highly encourage that you keep the rest of the colors basic like a white or grey.
That way, the blue can fully take the spotlight. As it should. 😉
Leave a Reply