Instead of being just a place of study and work, the study space in your home can become a truly inspiring environment where you can fully develop your potentials and creativity. The study atmosphere needs to tilt towards relaxed and forthcoming, even playful. In short, a study should include a supple desk space paired with comfortable chair, computer desk, drawer unit, open storage and functional lighting solutions. 

Desk Area

The big desk should be the centerpiece of every study. The best position is against the wall so that the occupant is having the window on the opposite side of the hand they use. If the desk lacks in-built drawers, invest a movable drawer unit. They are convenient as their top surface can dub as a small table, or they can be anchored under the desk if their wheels are removed. The computer desk is best positioned in L shape to the work desk, so you can use the same chair to look something up before continuing your project. 

Open Storage

Open storage is important as it provides easy access to materials, notes and books that are often used. Wall mounted honeycomb shelves can hold many items that will add a bit of personality to your study. A supple amount of storage means less of a mess and clutter.

• If you are making a study for two people you can make a “mirror arrangement”, in which two desk areas will be separated with a cork board on both sides. These are immensely useful for posting up photos, timetables, notes and reminders.
• This vertical surface can be complemented with a white peg board for hanging heavier items like a pair of pliers, scissors, plywood saw and a small hammer, whatever is needed for small DIY projects. 

Lighting

A recent study has revealed the connection between lighting and creativity. Apparently, keeping the lighting low can help us generate creative ideas, while when we are concentrated on a particular problem, the lighting needs to be adjusted to keep us focused on the spot. Moreover, dim lit spaces make us feel free of constraints and trigger our explorative side. This means that your study has to have adaptable and adjustable lighting solutions, which means ceiling lights and a good task light. Browse online lighting shops to spark some ideas about what kind of table lamps and wall lights can be implemented in your overall study décor. 

Colors

The study room should be inviting and charged with positive energy to begin with. This should be reflected in the color scheme you will use. Combinations of colors like yellow and white, pink and blue, orange and light green, leave virtually no space for work-related stress to settle in. The good mood of the inspiring morning will linger around through the good part of the day. 

Accessories

A complete and functional study can be further upgraded with color-accenting drapes, a natural fiber rug and even a comfortable sofa, for those situations when inspiration is best achieved in prone or supine position.

The point is to avoid the formal and compulsory office look, while investing in designs and furnishings that will motivate your creative side and make the long hours studying come as natural as breathing or listening to music.