Top 5 Luxury Home Office Splurges for 2024
Denise Jadd
New year, new home goals! Does your home office need a new update? Do simplicity and sophistication reign in your home office? While many of us are working from home, it's time to improve your work-from-home (WFH) setup and add some much-needed lavish comfort to this frequently used office space. We all know that you get what you pay for, and some items are mandatory to spruce up your workspace for the New Year in the Domaine Luxe way.
Here are my professional interior designer top five luxury home office tips to add to your list of must-have luxury splurges for your work-from-home office in 2024.
1. Buy the most Comfortable Chair you can afford.
Working hours on end in your home office? Ergonomic chairs are an important piece of furniture for giving customizable support to fit people of different shapes and sizes, taking into account both height and width. This must have WFH workhorse of your office will prevent injuries from sitting without the proper ergonomic support. Breathable mesh backs, adjustable lumbar and slide cushions, adjustable arms, tilt locks, and casters are some options to consider. Casters are a great plus to have on a carpet. These chairs don’t have to be utilitarian in style, as options include fabrics and metal bases in many types and colors, providing some serious style with this statement piece. How about a sleek, tall, high-backed office chair in dark gray leather with stainless steel accents or an oak base? See me sitting in this scene stealer, below at the end of this article. A sexy black mesh chair is always in fashion, too. Interior designers have their go to brands for this style icon. Consider if you would like caster wheels as an option, like the one here, below. 2024 is the time for new options for you!
A comfy chair.
Comfort is Key: Choosing the Perfect Office Chair
When it comes to creating the ideal workspace, comfort is paramount, and no other piece of furniture plays a more significant role in this than the office chair. A comfortable and supportive office chair is essential for maintaining good posture, enhancing productivity, and minimizing discomfort during long work hours.
Ergonomic Design
The key to comfort in an office chair lies in its ergonomic design. Look for a chair that provides adequate lumbar support to maintain the natural curve of the spine. Adjustable seat height and
comfort should be the top priority when selecting an office chair. Investing in a high-quality, ergonomically designed chair with adequate padding, adjustability, and mobility will not only enhance comfort but also contribute to overall well-being and productivity in the your home office workplace.
2. Use an appropriately Large Writing Desk.
This is where the magic happens! Let’s start with a few basic tips. Every desk should fit the room scale to start. The placement of your piece of furniture, this main desk, will help determine the layout of your room, whether up against a wall or floating in the middle of the room. It’s great if you can position your desk toward a window view. With today’s lifestyle and space restrictions, we need to consider the room’s users. How many people will the desk need to serve? It should fit a few chairs comfortably, sitting side by side, if you need it to serve guests or more than one person. A desk should be large enough, whether you’re working on projects, spreading out your spread sheets, writing your long awaited novel, or helping your children with their homework. A larger size—even a dining table with more space—is a definite bonus! Here are some of my inside pro tips regarding the perfect desk. Lucite legs or sides are a great material option if you want it to look smaller or slightly disappear in the space. A desk with drawers is great for hiding away desk accessories or necessary items like cords and plugs that may otherwise look like clutter piled on top of the WFH desk. Some luxury desks even have concealed charging ports and concealed power management for your sleek, executive self.
3. Get Serious About Storage.
Consider the placement of all your necessary tools. Where will you put your fax copier? Paper or files? Books and supplies can be tucked away on shelves. Transform your home office into a space of efficiency and elegance with a thoughtfully designed shelving. Embrace the art of organization as you display your favorite books, arrange essential files, and showcase cherished mementos. Elevate your WFH workspace with storage that not only exudes luxury but also provides a practical solution for keeping clutter at bay. Maximize productivity and creativity as you effortlessly locate everything you need within arm's reach.
A dark painted bookcase with light wood backing, above, is a timeless transitional masculine design look. Having closed cabinets at the bottom hides all the necessary office supplies. Want a feminine interior design style? I’m loving a custom mod light oak étagère with an inlay of pale ultra suede, the interior painted with a pale Tiffany blue lacquer finish, lifted on feet. The pop of color is sure to charge your creative senses.
Built-ins in an office are the ultimate catch-all and worth the splurge to have an interior designer create the custom interior design and cabinetry stretching from wall to wall, utilizing all your space, and custom fit for all your particular needs. Details and decorative architectural elements make it one of a kind!
If your books are on display shelves or for frequent use, be sure to style them by color and size, organize them to find things quickly, and they will look neat and intentional. Accent your shelves with more storage, like raffia-covered boxes or leather magazine holders to hide clutter. In this WFH space below, the white on white keeps it bright. Cork boards above the desk help inspiration and keep important items in front of you. A round table serves as extra workspace area to spread out.
If you can’t splurge on a no-demo renovation or have the space for custom built-ins, add an interesting piece of furniture for storage, such as this etagere made from luxurious leather. The shelves keep you organized and display a few choice decor pieces. Embrace the tranquility of a well-organized home office while adding a touch of sophistication with a carefully curated shelfie.
A small space can benefit from a luxury item to keep the space organized. Create a calm home office and add style with a thoughtfully arranged shelf.
4. Have a few well-chosen decor items to decorate your home office.
Form and function can mingle in your interiors here. For enhancing your desktop, a rich Italian leather tray, seen above, can corral necessary tools like a pen canister, desk supplies, a small writing block style note pad, business cards, or a pretty glass or marble paperweight. A matching leather or shagreen blotter or large leather placemat (which I imported from Italy) can serve as a writing hub. A stackable paper tray can stash current bills, receipts, and a large note pad or hold an extra tablet computer out of sight. One of my smarter recent online purchases was an inexpensive acrylic laptop stand to elevate the computer in my home office, that helps with less strain on the eyes, neck and hands. Then add decor objects, bookends, and small art. Every desk will look more luxurious with one artistic sculpture. I have an adoration for Art Deco style marble sculptures, an organic, simple shape sculpture, vases, like the one below or urns.
Choose accessories for your home office that speak to your style aesthetic, that coordinate with your furnishings and add flair.
For your home office walls, choose fine art as a focal point that speaks to you and enhances your decor style. If you know anything about me, you know art is my passion and providing these special pieces in my interior design projects has always been an integral part of my work life. A minimalist painting above, or maximalist abstract original art piece or this statement mirror, below can glam up an office and add the appropriate inspiration, pattern and color to your decorating.
Mirrors add shine
Illuminate Your Space with Mirrors
Introducing a mirror into your office space is a brilliant way to instantly brighten and enliven your surroundings. Mirrors have the remarkable ability to reflect and magnify natural light, making any room feel more spacious and inviting. Their strategic placement can enhance the ambient glow and create a luminous atmosphere, especially in small spaces, while also adding a touch of elegance and sophistication to your decor. The radiant glow captivates both the eye and the soul.
If mid-century modern is your decorating style, choose a minimalist geometric print with neutrals and simple shapes, or colors from that period, like lime green and orange. If casual or coastal is your home decorating style, elevate your look with a bucolic wash of a blue-sky landscape painting for a refreshing view. As a collector of photography, striking black and whites or travel pics can be a great reminder of your trips. The proper art in your decor will set the scene for your creativity.
Maybe your WFH work space needs a natural, biophilic green art custom piece, like this large beauty below, with a gleaming stainless steel metal geometric sculptural wall hanging or choose a free-standing natural screen to add texture and a biophilic element. Biophilia inspires a deep connection with nature, fostering a profound appreciation for the beauty, balance, and interconnectedness of the natural world. This innate human inclination toward the natural environment drives creativity and innovation, nurturing a sense of tranquility and well-being within. Who doesn’t need more of that in your work space?
Don’t forget to add a vase of fresh-cut flowers on top of your desk or an exotic potted green house plant for stimulation. Plants are a proven way to increase your concentration. Splurge on adding some greenery with a blooming orchid, Chinese or Majestic palms, which thrive indoors, or a tall fig tree in a textured basket.
This home office in Delray Beach, Florida features beautiful biophilic art which creates a focal spot as it hangs above a metal console table.
5. Proper lighting is a must.
The office is one room where you can’t afford to have poor lighting. It’s not just about good lighting design and atmosphere, it’s about efficiency. Let’s plan an excellent lighting plan. Proper task lighting is paramount to helping you see what you’re working on. Lighting shows off all the pretty design choices. Generally, all rooms need three types of lighting:
Be sure to illuminate your sitting chair with a good lamp to read by.
General lighting for overall illumination
Task lighting in specific spots
Accent lighting to add to the decor
Take time to evaluate the different work areas and focus on providing each spot with the light it needs. Consider adding an electrical ceiling plan including high hat lights directly above all the main work areas.
Under-cabinet lighting is a must for your built-ins.
A floor lamp can be a focal spot and brighten a dull corner with a comfy reading chair.
A quirky table lamp can add personality and an extra spot of focus to your desk.
A chandelier is like jewelry for your WFH office, so let your personality shine here! Be sure to match design style and size to your space, and use a dimmer to control your source and enhance the mood.
Remember to account for tv or av placement, your Zoom meetings, electrical wiring and internet needs when planning your office or built-ins.
Whether you choose classic modern style or mid-century modern, it's important to combine enduring style with optimum comfort at home. Use these Domaine Luxe suggestions as a guide to transform your new home office interior design that you will enjoy working in for this year and to last you for many years to come.
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