40 Best Desk Organization Ideas to Maximize Productivity
DIY storage solutions, desk organizers and minimalist ideas to inspire your home office setup, regardless of its size.
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You may not mind your piles of paper or jumble of supplies, but a disorganized workspace can interfere with your ability to get things done. Not only is a tidy desk more aesthetically pleasing, it can provide a myriad of benefits: reducing stress, cutting down on procrastination, improving focus and even inspiring creativity. Whether you've got a small setup or spacious workstation, we've rounded up the best desk organization ideas to enhance your home office design.
No matter your profession — teacher, student or full-time remote employee, you're sure to find a desktop organization idea that inspires. We've found budget-friendly DIYs (think: a chalkboard calendar and vision board), alongside simple storage solutions (ahem: drawer organizers, wicker baskets and decorative bins). You may want to consider shelving, caddies and wall hooks to clear clutter away from your desk and give your everyday essentials a designated home. Or, bring in extra storage with rollings carts, bookshelves and closets to take advantage of unused spaces.
If you're ready to turn inspiration into action, we've recommended organization products and home office desks with built-in storage. Once you're through in the home office, we've got genius organization tips for other rooms, too: clear clutter in the kitchen (even the food pantry), re-arrange your bathroom, organize your linen closet and purge your wardrobe. You'll feel a huge weight lifted off your shoulders once you've tackled every space, but remember to take it one room at a time.
Amanda Garrity is a lifestyle writer and editor with over seven years of experience, including five years on staff at Good Housekeeping, where she covered all things home and holiday, including the latest interior design trends, inspiring DIY ideas and gift guides for any (and every) occasion. She also has a soft spot for feel-good TV, so you can catch her writing about popular shows like Virgin River, Sweet Magnolias, Hallmark Channel’s When Calls the Heart and more.
Alyssa Gautieri (she/her) is the associate lifestyle editor for Good Housekeeping, where she covers all things home and interior design. Prior to joining GH in 2022, she wrote for publications including ELLE Decor, Chairish, BobVila.com, Unique Homes Magazine and LODGING Magazine, in addition to crafting product copy for home brands like BrylaneHome and VIGO Industries.
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