Can you post a to scale floor plan I do not see where you can do yoga in that space .

I don't think it needs an accent wall; the room is too small, walls are too broken up with odd nooks and bends, and none of the walls stand out as something you would want to highlight. Art and some plants would do wonders. Since you are painting anyway, choose a color to break up the current sameness of the rug, wall, desk, and blinds (I'm not saying a monochrome space can't be lovely, but in an office with utilitarian furniture, it comes off as institutional).

Art! Art! Art! A tranquil space is good for both office work and yoga. No matter whether you love modern or rustic or realistic - there are posters and photographs that can tell a story that reflects who you are and what you want in your life. Art also brings color into your life.

Great suggestion, Sharon. I do have this piece but need to hang it and add more complimentary pieces.

I just finished redoing my office, which is less than 10x10’ and has a goofy clipped corner. It drove me nuts, but what I found was that I needed elements that helped give the illusion of more space...and that having more in the room actually made it feel bigger.

e.g.

Glass/minimalist desk (with raised monitor stand), nearly-white sofa(!!), white walls. I brought in visual interest in a rug and pops of color in art and an ottoman my cats use.

Since your floor is light, I think you could get away with a very light color in your small space. But please do share a floorplan… Also: is the stuff in the window area all moveable?

If you don't use the mirrors on the doors, the glass might be nice with some window film on it. Still get a little reflection without seeing yourself at work. (You might like it as a mirror for yoga of course.)

You can also peel & stick wallpaper it if you paper the room. I wouldn't try pasted wallpaper though...that seems hard.

I don't have anything against mirrors on closet doors I think they are great in a bedroom. I just don't think I want them in my office! :)

I would keep the desk on the wall to the left of the window (where the chair is now), as that appears to give you better floor space for yoga and will also make screen glare manageable. Then I would put a desk lamp and maybe some small art on the same wall as the monitor, saving something large and calming (I'd lean more abstract than Kincaid, but whatever feels restful for you) on the large wall, where you will see it when you turn away from work and/or when doing yoga.

Agree that I'd like more difference between desk and wall colors, which could mean a wood desk (etc) or a light cheerful paint color. Also, decide whether you want to watch yourself practice -- if not, you could replace the closet doors with painted ones, or paper over the glass.

@Patricia Colwell Consulting I edited the original post with a floor plan. It was taken with an app, so it's approximate.

I agree with folks saying contrast would be good. I like the idea of an accent wall but don't want the space to feel overwhelmed or busy.

As for the closet doors, I think I like those for yoga, at least for now.

Thank you all for comments and ideas so far. Now I'm thinking about a wall color...

Because accent walls mean more transitions between paint colors, I find them busier than just painting the whole room an interesting color.

What is your favorite color? Look in your closet for the outfits you usually get nice compliments on. You call this your "home office." Does that mean you work from there as a job, or do you just pay bills, do social media, play games? What you do in the office will determine what kind of new furniture is required. Is that little closet geared up for yoga equipment or office supplies?

I'd do the desk area in the inset portion and go up w/some shelving or storage. (gives you all the rest of the room for your yoga mat)

that's the wall you can accent if you like

If you float a piece of wood from side to side, you'll be able to push your chair under it to make room for yoga. do a butcher block if you like (home depot has some inexpensive ones) or find a remnant stone or quartz piece to use. attach some cleats on the wall and into the studs to hold it in place.

accent wall can be black, vertical shiplap, even a 1" wood slat wall (mcm look)

this is actually pretty easy to DIY. paint the wall black, and rip 1-2" pieces of plywood, adhere to the wall.

or do something w/a cool trim design and paint, hang pendants

use coordinating colors along w/the other white walls.

shown here w/peacock and orange.

accent the wall w/left over wood flooring or reclaimed wood.

wallpaper or stencil is another option. paint all your trim a darker color w/white walls

maybe you want it around the window? don't know if this gives you the most floor space though.

you could even get a live edge slab and use it. float some shelving above w/little plants and items.

on the larger wall, maybe you can put up a big mirror (check craigslist. people are constantly giving those large bathroom mirrors away)

or find some remanant smaller mirrors and frame them yourself. bring in some bamboo blinds.

BTW, you could paint the ceiling a dramatic color if an accent wall is too much for you

but in a fan if you like, or get a more organic looking light.

These are amazing answers, everyone. I'm leaning toward a dusty pink on all the walls, keeping the desk where it is, removing the second desk, adding shelves above it and plenty of plants... I'll post pictures when I finish! Thank you all for the help.