How to Decorate A Cubicle

Decorate your cubicle with small family photos.

An office cubicle provides little in the motivation department if it offers nothing but a drab atmosphere. Decorating a cubicle involves placing pieces of stimulation around the space without overwhelming the area. Decorations should also not distract you from your workload or clutter a desk. With the right embellishments, you can create an environment that energizes the mind without detracting from the surroundings.

Instructions

1. Place framed family photos on your office desk. Two to three small framed photos provide enough decoration without overcrowding your desk. Large framed pictures overpower and cause distraction.

2. Set a small plant such as an African violet on your desk to offer a splash of color to the area. Place a potted plant in the corner of larger cubicles. Use plastic plants if real ones become too much of a hassle to maintain.

3. Pin amusing cartoons or sayings to your cubicle wall. Change them once a month to keep it fresh. Displaying thought-provoking images offers a playful distraction when your brain needs a break. Keep the images or cartoons in a professional vein.

4. Use brightly colored jars to hold items such as pens, paperclips and rubber bands. The jars add spots of color while keeping your desk organized and free of clutter.

Tips & Warnings

• Ask your supervisor what decorations you can use in your cubicle. Certain agencies prefer no personal items or embellishments in the work area.

References

• 360 Office Furniture: Cubicle Decorating 101: How To Personalize Your Office Cubicle
• The Professional Assistant; Want To Decorate Your Cubicle/Office; January 2008