8
steps to decorating your workspace!
Are
you one of those who spend more time at work as compared to your home? Those
long hours at work can easily make one feel claustrophobic but you can make
your boring, dull work life a little more interesting and homey by decorating
your work space. Not only it brightens your mood but it actually helps in
improving your work efficiency.
Let me share some tips that will help you create the
perfect cubicle decorating space.
Keep in mind that this is a
business space
The
first rule of decorating your workstation is to keep in mind that this space
belongs to your company and not to you. Before u go ahead with the decoration
preps, you need to seek your employer’s permission and get an idea of what
types of decorations are permitted.
Synchronize your decor in with the type of
business you work for
You should always
keep the nature of your work in mind before decorating your work station. The
cubicle décor should complement the type of business you work for. For example,
if you work for a company concerned with environmentally friendly alternative
energy sources then it is probably a good idea to leave that lava lamp at home.
Go for a theme
Themes are the best
way to start your decoration with. It gives you a sense and direction of how
you can decorate your space. An easy way to decorate a cubicle is to pick a theme.
Themes can be simple such as a color theme or more complicated like turning
your Cubicle into a Hawaiian Style hut. While the hut theme may work
exceptionally well in a cubicle in a large travel agency it may not go so well
in a thousand other businesses you can name. The theme you choose should
complement your business nature.
Too much
is not good!
While you want your cubicle to feel a little less sterile and a
little more warm and friendly, you don’t want it to end up looking all stuffed
and messy.
Try to take a look at your
cubicle overall and decide on just a few areas that could use some improvement
and what would be the best way to add a few simple colorful touches that would
create a feeling of warmth and give a small amount of insight into your own
personality.
Say yes to area
rugs
Consider adding a small area rug to add a bit of texture
and color to the cubicle’s floor. Adding area rugs can beautify a small space
while making it look spacious and neat.
You can also add an area rug over that company carpeting.
If you choose to do so make sure that the rug you choose compliments that
carpet that is already in place.
Hang framed pictures
and quotes to give substance to a blank wall
If your cubicle has a blank wall or a notice board, you
always make that wall/ board the focal point of your office by creating a warm
and interesting arrangement. This arrangement can include your diplomas,
certificates, pictures of your family, and interesting/funny quotes. This will
make the cubicle more inviting to you and will help give a personal face to any
clients visiting your cubicle.
Don’t forget the
plants!
One of the easiest ways to add warmth and charm to an
office cubicle is by adding a plant or two. Plants provide a sense of calm and
add a little bit of life to that dull office décor. Even if your cubicle lacks
a window you can choose from plants that need less sunlight or go for an artificial
plant.
Find ways to liven
up your workstation
While you don’t want to add anything to your workstation
that is going to slow down the efficiency of your work, you also don’t want
your work station to look boring or humdrum especially after adding décor to
the rest of your office so find those items that will add bits of color and
texture to your workstation without interfering with work.
A colorful or whimsical mouse pad, your computer wall
paper, or a colorful and interesting shaped holder for your pens and pencils
will all help bring your cubicle décor together without interfering with your
ability to get your work done. Again the colors of these small items should
equal or be echoed in other office décor so that your office looks smart and
professional as well as personalized.
If you deal with clients on a regular basis, do add a
nice looking name plate where they can see it easily. Not only will this help
to make your cubicle more attractive but it will help nervous clients remember
your name thus saving them a lot of embarrassment.
