Guest Picks: Groovy Office
20 bright accessories and furniture to bring a little cheer to the workspace
This time of year is often sort of gray — but your work space doesn't have to be gloomy too! Switch out those dull and utilitarian office accessories for ones with groovy colors and designs. They will not only add a lot of great style to your desk, but also make even the most routine paperwork a pleasure.
— Lori from automatism
— Lori from automatism
Fun Time Wall Clock
Clock watching at work just became a whole lot more fun! Alberto Sala's playful design allows you to arrange the painted wooden disks with numbers any way you like, allowing you to create an original wall clock — and to start and end your days on a cheerful note.
Modernist Red/Orange Gooseneck Enamel Desk Lamp by Some Like Us
Add a stylish dash of color to your work area with this vintage 1980s red-orange gooseneck enamel desk lamp. It's as sculptural as it is functional.
Color Dipped Mug
Make your morning coffee a cheerful occasion with one of these great mugs from Poketo. Choose from charcoal, red, yellow or blue — or get all four and alternate according to your mood.
Mod Green Bullet Intensity Desk Lamp by Joe Vintage
This sculptural 1960s Bullet Intensity lamp not only looks amazing, but also is energy and cost efficient as well. It only lights the area where it's pointed, making for a more focused light and less distraction in a shared work area.
Coque iPhone 4 Pantone Rouge
This is perfect for the graphic designer — an iPhone 4 cover that looks like a Pantone color chip. It's available in nine colors from the French company Fleux.
Nelson Swag Leg Desk
The elegant desk by George Nelson is a timeless classic. I love the surprise notes of color in the dividers. It's definitely an investment piece, but with a little laptop, it's all you'd need for a stylish small home office.
Jelly Belly by Jonathan Lewis
The wonderful Jelly Belly print by Jonathan Lewis is instant happiness. Add this glowing artwork to your workspace and see your days at the office desk become sunnier.
Floating Colors Mobile by Studio Half Past Ten
If you're craving color in your office but lack the space to do much, why not look up? The Floating Colors mobile adds delicate movement and color to a room — something all ages can appreciate.
Dozi Paper Clip Holder
Organize your desk and add a dash of playful color with the help of Dozi, the friendly little porcupine whose magnetic (literally) personality makes quills out of your stray paper clips.
Modern Mailboxes
Inspired by the color schemes of the Toronto subway system, the Centrifuge Transit mailbox is a bright and stylish way to add wall storage to your work area.
Poketo Graphic Stickers
Jazz up your office space with these fun translucent graphic stickers. Use them to decorate your letters, coffee mug, calendar and more.
Inflatable Tiger Head
Why have a boring bulletin board over your desk when you can have this awesome inflatable tiger head? Fun and colorful, it'll definitely make your work space more exciting!
PLOF Pouffe by Atelier Belge
The PLOF Pouffe not only adds extra seating to your office space, but also becomes a conversation piece. Made from recycled textiles, it's like a sculpture that you can perch on.
Fishwall ~ Pattern Wall Tiles
This is such a great idea. The Fishwall wall tiles are self-adhesive and easy to reposition, making it easy to create a vibrant accent wall in your office in one afternoon. I love the retro vibe of this design — so cheerful.
Keep Calm and Carry On Paper Weight
Organize your paperwork and remind yourself not to stress out about the upcoming office meeting with the pretty Keep Calm and Carry On paper weight. It adds a bright touch of color to your desktop too.
Tin Robots
Bored with the idea of decorating your office with vases and such? How about a fun retro Tin Robot instead? Available in six different designs, one or more of these would make the dullest cubicle a fun place to hang out.
Arrow Hanger by Gustav Hallen
Hang up your coat stylishly with the clever Arrow Hanger by Gustav Hallen. It not only looks great, it also has an aluminum frame that can support the heaviest parka, scarves and hats.
Desk 51 by Blu Dot
Even minimalists like a bit of color now and then. The sleek Desk 51 by Blu Dot offers a simple bright surface that just needs a laptop and a phone to be an efficient work space.
Balloon USB Speaker by IDEA
I love this. The adorable Balloon USB Speaker plugs right in to your iPod, cell phone and anything that has a 35mm jack. It allows you to listen to your favorite tunes anywhere without having to wear ear buds.
Phone Mug
Give your morning coffee an extra jolt with this arresting mug! It adds a touch of pop art fun to your desk too.
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