32 Enviable Workspaces, Offices, And Studios

Most of us spend eight hours a day or more at our desks, and yet many never take the time to make that space as interesting, beautiful, comfortable, or personal as our living areas.

1. The Pristine Palace

This all-white office is perfect for those “zen moments” that all of need throughout the day. No clutter — just technology and brightness. Good morning!

Via: flickr.com

2. Mr. Universe

The gentleman who designed this workspace is coming pretty close to the real-world embodiment of the “Firefly” character who has his pulse on everything being transmitted in the world.

Via: uofmtiger.net

3. Short On Space

A “cloffice” (closet office) can be a surprisingly practical solution for those who need to work from home but don’t have the extra space to devote to sprawling out. This one is by Melissa Massello of Shoestring Magazine.

Via: shoestringmag.com

4. The Power Play

Three computer monitors topped with a wall-mounted flat screen. A lamp, a calculator, and a pen mug complete the simple but effective look. This kind of setup allows multi-tasking information addicts to work distraction-free

Via: schodts

5. An Artist Poet’s Dark Retreat

Writer/artist Austin Kleon keeps two desks: one for “analog” creation of his pieces, and one for his computer and digital manipulation. This space isn’t fixed up or fancy-pants, but it looks like Kleon has figured out exactly what he needs to make the most of his space and his time.

Via: fromyourdesks.com

6. The Toy Collection

From one geek to another: I salute you, dude. Working at this computer might feel like being surrounded by 100 supportive buddies, even if some of them are on the dark side.

Via: jhauf

7. Intense Focus

Graphic novelist Adrian Tomine’s work is incredibly beautiful, precise, and detail-oriented — so it’s no surprise that the desk where he creates his artwork is clean and clutter-free. Sometimes, functionality trumps fancy design.

Via: adrian-tomine.com

8. The Black Backdrop

This home office utilized chalkboard paint, available at any home improvement store. The striking black wall frames the computer with a handy calendar, and is ready and waiting for urgent notation.

Via: amerrymishapblog.com

9. The Compact Techsplosion

College student Haku has packed this small space with three monitors, high-end audio components, and vinyl toys. He is an illustrator and he finds his three monitor set-up invaluable for working.

Via: apartmenttherapy.com

10. Stacks Of Books

This home office feels both workable and personal, with touches like the towering stacks of books and the black globe in the corner providing just enough to make it “yours” without overwhelming. Lovely.

Via: jeremylevinedesign

11. The Kid Friendly

“When I grow up, I want to have an awesome office with as many toys as daddy’s.”

Via: tbisaacs

12. Cheery Sewing Station

This is just the sunniest little sewing station — if I had organizational skills this cute, I would spend all my time in here making sun dresses and teddy bears.

Via: apartmenttherapy.com

13. The “Woman Who Has It All”

This classy space is professional, feminine, efficient, personal, and organized… basically, the office equivalent of the woman we all wish we could be.

Via: missvu

14. The Fold-Up Desk

If you need every inch of entertaining space you have in your tiny apartment, try a folding desk like this one outfitted by Jackie Saik.

Via: simpledesks.net

15. An Illustrator’s Rainbow

Art director and illustration Erin Jang’s colorful studio was featured on Apartment Therapy along with her inspirational playlist of indie tunes.

Via: apartmenttherapy.com

16. Book Lover

I love the juxtaposition of all of these books and the completely clean white desk.

Via: simpledesks.net

17. The Future Is Now

Louish Pixel photographs himself working so hard at his high-tech workspace that he seems to have replicated himself.

Via: louish

18. An Open Window

A touch of the wild does us all good: whether it’s a big window, a collection of plants, or even just a beautiful picture of the sunrise.

Via: simpledesks.net

19. I’m OK!

This space is so darn happy! Artist/Illustrator Lisa Congdon shares this beautiful studio space with a friend and the bright colors juxtaposed with white make it feel welcoming and energizing.

Via: fromyourdesks.com

20. A Limited Palette

Swissmiss editor Tina Roth Eisenberg runs her variety of interesting design and web ventures from this beautiful, minimalist red and white desk.

Via: design-milk.com

21. The Geektastic

With bonus kitty!

Via: melmade.blogspot.com

22. Lego Workspace

Um, awesome.

Via: pmiaki

23. Simplicity At Its Prettiest

I don’t know what it is about the balance of gadgetry and this beautiful rustic table, but this space makes me feel productive just looking at it.

24. A Whimsical Space For Illustration

Children’s author and illustrator Anthony Browne’s space must put him in just the right quirky and innocent mood to create his magical books for children.

Via: guardian.co.uk

25. The Bedroom

In an ideal world, we’d all have extra rooms to devote to designing adorable offices, but this isn’t that world. Flickr user Clockspot has managed to bring his desk to his bedroom without taking away from the homey welcoming vibe of the entire place. It’s a difficult feat, but it can be done.

Via: clockspot

26. The Print Lover

The walls of your office or studio are a great place to display artwork that makes you feel inspired and happy. Artist Darren Booth did just that in this home studio.

Via: fromyourdesks.com

27. Creature Creator

If you do something extra-special, like make monsters, it makes sense for your space to be designed with that thing in mind. Surround yourself with a reminder to do what you love and what makes you special.

Via: wherewedowhatwedo.com

28. The Cubicle

Even if you’re stuck in one of these notorious little boxes, you can still get creative and personal with it. There’s wall space, isn’t there?

Via: royalsapien

29. The Thoughtful Crafter

Every inch of this room seems to be designed with two things in mind: making things, and being pretty. What more can you ask for from a craft room?

Via: onelittleword.typepad.com

30. The Man-Cave

Web designer Shane Mielke has an impressive array of monitors in the working area of his self-proclaimed “man-cave.”

Via: netmagazine.com

31. The Biggest Desk You Can Find

It must be very satisfying working at a desk where you have everything you need with acres of space to spare.

Via: wherewedowhatwedo.com

32. Just Go With It

Some people are just not born organizers and they never will be. In some cases, it might be best to simply be at peace with the chaotic nest of ideas and information. Author Marina Warner is one of those people, and this is her strangely beautiful, cluttered writing space.

Via: guardian.co.uk