The 11 Best Office Decor Pieces of 2021

If you have to work from home, might as well do it in style

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Whether you work from home full time or only occasionally, it's important to have an office space that suits both your design aesthetic and work style. While you may only need a desk and chair to get the job done, adding decor and office accessories can help boost productivity and make the most of your space. From desk organizers to task lamps, there are tons of options out there to help you focus in style.

Here, the best home office decor.

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This standing desk comes with four different custom presets, so you can save the preferences of different users.

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The Yamazaki Hidden Cable Box offers a stylish, minimalist way to hide wires and plugs with ease.

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This metal lamp is as stylish as it is practical, with a shiny brass finish and adjustable arm and shade so you can ensure you have proper lighting no matter the hour.

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This board features a dual surface, so you can add to it using both pushpins and magnets.

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This mounted rack by Pottery Barn Teen includes three compartments that'll fit all the essentials.

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This organizer is made of recycled paperboard and features a watercolor design that's like a piece of art for your desk.

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This solid wood desk is available in eight neutral finishes, each of which includes two storage compartments and one open shelf in the center.

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Its clean lines and sturdy construction make this chair look more expensive than it is.

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This acrylic calendar is available in three sizes and comes with three hardware options for an elevated look.

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A monogrammed leather mouse pad adds timeless style to your office's computer set up.

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Jarvis Bamboo Standing Desk

Haven't you heard? Alternating sitting and standing throughout the day can do your body good like reduce blood pressure. This sleek, adjustable desk—with a top made from bamboo, a renewable resource—is totally customizable, from the width to the shape of the top. The lifting and lowering mechanism is fairly quiet, with rubber grommets that help muffle noise and the sounds of vibration. The steel frame eliminates any wobbliness, and the hardware is skillfully disguised to make the overall profile of the desk look more elegant.

Have more than one person using it? There are four different custom presets, so two people can each save their preferences for both sitting and standing. Jarvis also sells a set of locking casters if you'd like to keep your desk in place permanently.

Yamazaki Hidden Cable Box

Tangled wires can take up tons of desk space, so having a way to organize them is a real game-changer. The Yamazaki Hidden Cable Box was designed with small spaces in mind, and offers a stylish, minimalist way to hide wires and plugs with ease.

Available in two colors—black and white—the plastic organizer can be placed on top of or underneath your desk, and even behind your television if you want to use it for something else besides your office space. Regardless of where you place it, the heat-resistant box will keep your space looking way less cluttered.

Brass Kira Adjustable Task Lamp With USB Port

Good desk lighting is the key to a successful home office setup, especially if you have minimal natural light throughout the day. This metal lamp is as stylish as it is practical, with a shiny brass finish and adjustable arm and shade so you can ensure you have proper lighting no matter the hour.

In addition, the lamp also features one USB port so you can keep your phone charged throughout the day. The lamp includes an easy-to-use on/off base switch and 6-inch cord—it's important to note, however, that a lightbulb will need to be purchased separetly.

Trigon Magnetic Wall Mounted Magnetic Board

Whether you have paperwork all over your desk or just need a place to put your daily to-do lists, a magnetic board makes it easy to keep everything in one spot for easy viewing. Umbra's Trigon Magnetic Board is a wall-mounted option with a geometric pattern that'll look like a piece of art in your office.

The board features a dual surface, so you can add to it using both pushpins and magnets. It comes with 12 push pins, 12 magnets, and mounting hardware so it's easy to set up. Plus, it's backed by Umbra's five-year manufacturer warranty.

Desk Organization Wall Storage

If you're tight on desk space, walls are the perfect place to add more storage. This mounted rack by Pottery Barn Teen includes three compartments that'll fit all the essentials, from writing utensils to paperwork and everything in between.

The storage unit is made of fiberboard and metal and has a weathered black finish that adds a stylish touch. The unit also comes with two screws and two anchors, so you'll have the necessary hardware to hang it up.

Marie Kondo Clarity Desk Organizer

Desk clutter can be a major distraction during the workday, so it's important to find a place for pens, paper clips, and other odds and ends. Designed by organization extraordinaire Marie Kondo, this five-piece desk organizer makes it easy to keep everything in place.

The organizer is made of recycled paperboard and features a watercolor design that's like a piece of art for your desk. Within the set there's space for writing utensils, business cards, and notepads, as well as smaller bits like rubber bands and pushpins. It's is neutral enough to pair well with other office accessories you may already have, but it's also part of a set if you want a more cohesive look.

Allmodern Barry Floating Desk

Floating desks are ideal for anyone who wants to maximize the amount of storage space in their home office. This AllModern desk can be mounted to your wall so you can take advantage of your floor space, leaving plenty of room for decorative baskets to be placed underneath.

The solid wood desk is available in eight neutral finishes, each of which includes two storage compartments and one open shelf in the center. Even if you don't need a desk, this piece can be used in an entryway or as a television stand in your living room.

Side Chair

Adding an attractive side chair doesn't just let you have space for guests—it's also a fun way to show off your personality, especially if you need a more traditional ergonomic desk chair for getting work done. This one is based on a popular and iconic mid-century modern design, but at a price that can work with your budget. It's made from a brightly colored woven fabric as well as molded plastic, although take note that the fabric doesn't wrap around the chair, leaving exposed plastic on the back.

Acrylic Wall Calendar

Even if you're all about your Google Calendar, it can be helpful to have an attractive visual reminder on your wall to help keep you focused and thinking about the future. This acrylic calendar is available in three sizes and comes with three hardware options—silver, gold, and black—for an elevated look.

The calendar is certainly a bit of a splurge compared to other styles, but think of it this way—it's meant to be written on and erased, so you can start fresh at the end of every month and year instead of always buying a new calendar. It also includes a wet-erase marker, so it's ready to be used once you get it.

Leather Mouse Pad

Novelty mouse pads with sayings like "I Work Hard So My Cats Can Have a Good Life" are fun, but can start to feel dated quickly. If you'd rather go for a timeless office style instead, check out these monogrammed leather mouse pads. There are seven leather colors to choose from, and the lettering is done in either gold or silver foil. Hint: It makes a great gift for the long-term work-from-home person in your life.

BirdRock Home Havana 2 Tiered File Cubby with Wood

This attractive storage solution would fit just as nicely in a living room as in an office. The baskets are made from woven hemp fiber, giving it a softer vibe than the typical metal file cabinet. They also have carrying handles, which are useful if you want to take your files to another part of your home, and can be used to hold either legal or letter size folders.

Even better? The tabletop is sturdy enough to support a lamp, and if you decide you don't need file storage anymore the bins can be easily repurposed to hold items like toys, games, or blankets. Another thing to love: It comes already assembled, so you can start using it as soon as you open the box.

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