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10 office buys for creative minds
Spark ideas and kick-start your imagination with punchy colours, playful patterns and abstract forms
While we can all agree that there are several products everyone needs to work productively from home, there are no restrictions when it comes to how they look. In fact, we’d go so far as to say that you’re most likely to work best in an environment that reflects your style, surrounded by products that inspire you and make you feel energised. From an ultra-comfy desk chair to a brightly coloured organiser, these are the furniture essentials, nifty desktop gadgets and smart stationery finds to suit creative types.
‘Tiki’ lamp, Nao Tamura
This dynamic and playful table lamp uses futuristic forms to mimic a bird balancing on a base. It scores high for versatility, as it is both portable and the brightness can be adjusted by twisting the bird’s body – ideal for setting your work ambience. £252, establishedandsons.com
‘Seili’ desk organiser, The Masie
This desk organiser maximises space and keeps all your study necessities within hand’s reach. Made entirely of dolomite, it has a bottom section that can be used as a display tray or to keep the two separate organisers close together. £30, themasie.com
‘Todos Santos’ swivel chair, Vipp
Bring Mexican spirit into your study with a limited-edition version of Vipp’s classic office chair. The ‘Todos Santos’ is upholstered in a vivid fabric from Pierre Frey that stands out against the metal frame. £975, Vipp
‘Boomerang’ desk, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna
Designed in 2001 by Enzo Mari – the king of playful Italian design – the ‘Boomerang’ desk features a curved glass top that follows the shape of the iconic throwing stick. It perches on top of four solid and slender wooden legs. £3,625, gebruederthonetvienna.com
‘Galaxy’ shelf, Hübsch
If you’re short on desk space, having a shelving unit on the wall might be the answer for storing all your desktop accessories. Hübsch’s divided design allows you to display all your most significant items against a bold background, so you’ll never forget where you placed that note-to-self. Approx £175, hubsch-interior.com
‘Uma’ notepad, Notem
Store your thoughts, ideas and creativity in this punchy notepad which features a blank left page and a lined right page. The colourful cover will look vibrant on your desk – but we’re sure what’s inside will be just as exciting. £23, iii-designshop.com
‘Beogram 4000c Rive Droite Edition’ record player, Anthony Vaccarello for Saint Laurent x Bang & Olufsen
A revival of the 1970s beogram 4000 series turntable by Saint Laurent and Bang & Olufsen, this record player offers a contemporary take on its original form with a solid ziricote wood case and aluminium details that showcase its unique craftsmanship. Not just for music lovers, but one for design fans too. Approx £25,175, ysl.com
‘Nyhavn’ desk, Finn Juhl
Inspired by American simplicity, Finn Juhl designed this desk to stand out, with a focus on functionality and detail that adds real character to this piece. The table has a floating lightness that allows it to adapt to any space, but the strikingly coloured drawers are a pop of personality. £5,065, finnjuhl.com
‘Everybody’ clock, Areaware x Dusen Dusen
A cheeky, whimsical clock is a great way to quickly boost your mood and add colour to a workspace. This one is available in a choice of two vibrant colourways – we prefer the fiery frame in flaming yellow. Never be late for a meeting again. £99, elmshop.co.uk
‘Smiley’ armchair with 22 System plug sockets, 22 System
This prototype chair by India Mahdavi is designed to showcase 22 System’s playful plug sockets, which can be integrated into a variety of materials for a seamless charging connection. Have them inserted into your desk for a colourful energy boost From £63 for a plug socket, 22system.com
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