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Design tips for decorating a funky style study
Here’s how to achieve the funky aesthetic room of your dreams.What’s the best way to design and decorate a funky study?
The design of your workspace can be as crucial to your productivity as your morning cup of coffee. Whether you're carving out a corner in an open-concept living room or in the process of a remodel to create a dedicated study space, these are our tips to help you create a space that works (pun intended) for you:
- Desk & Chair: The cornerstone of any office, your desk provides a designated workspace for your computer, monitor, books, and other essentials. It often serves as the focal point of an office or study, so place it where it best suits your workflow, ideally near natural light to boost mood and productivity.
- Bookshelves or Storage: Every study needs storage. The material you choose for your storage can really help lean into the desired funky style of your workspace.
- Seating: Extra seating options, like an accent armchair, or sofa can add a cozy touch and provide a spot for guests or a change of scenery for you. Position these to encourage conversation without disrupting your work zone.
- Area Rug: An area rug adds warmth and can define a workspace within a larger room. Place it under your desk and chair to anchor the space, ensuring it's large enough to allow for easy chair movement.
- Paint or Wallpaper: Select a color or pattern that sets the desired mood for the study and complements the funky style you want to achieve. We are partial to covering walls, ceilings, and trim in a uniform paint color to create a cohesive look. Or consider an accent wall behind the desk to serve as a focal point.
- Decorative Lighting: Combine task, ambient, and accent lighting for a layered lighting scheme. A desk lamp is common for those late work nights burning the midnight oil. Consider the placement of lighting fixtures to eliminate shadows and evenly light the space. Dimmer switches can adjust the mood.
- Curtains or Blinds: Window treatments not only help control the light and provide privacy but also serve to tie the room's design together. They offer an opportunity to inject color, texture, and pattern into the living space, making it more inviting and personalized. Whether flowing and sheer for a light, airy feel or rich and textured for a more luxurious look, curtains play a pivotal role in setting the tone and atmosphere of the study. Don’t forget the curtain rod!
Remember, the best study design is one that reflects your personal work style and needs. Experiment with different arrangements until you find the perfect balance of functionality and comfort. If you need an extra hand, check out our step-by-step guide on Home Office Design.
What materials and home decor should I use to achieve a funky study design?
Funky style in interior design is all about embracing boldness, fun, and a touch of the unconventional. This style thrives on vibrant colors, whimsical patterns, and unique, often retro-inspired, furnishings that inject a lively spirit into any space. Funky style doesn't shy away from making a statement; it's characterized by its eclectic mix of elements that blend different periods, textures, and art forms to create a visually stimulating environment.
Incorporating the funky style into your study decor means playing with a variety of textures, from shaggy rugs to smooth, glossy finishes, and everything in between. It's about choosing furniture that stands out for its artistic forms and inventive designs, perhaps featuring unusual shapes or eye-catching upholstery. Wall art is a must (think: pop art, abstract pieces, or large-scale colorful murals).
Funky style is a celebration of individuality, personal expression and creativity. We’ll always be the first to tell you that design rules are meant to be broken. So throw out every piece of design advice you’ve heard, and go wild!