One thing that my very first styling boss impressed upon me was the need to wrap up the day with a tidy desk and working space. (It was part of this post a couple weeks ago, too.) No matter how crazy the day or how many clothes were strewn about in the closet at noon, come closing time everything was in it's right place. She said it was the only way to start a new day fresh and she was right. When we were touring Margaret's West Austin abode, we couldn't get over this organized office nook that she created in her kitchen. It feels like the epicenter of family life, housing everything from cookbooks and important papers to stamps and stationary. It's also the perfect tucked away corner from which she can correspond with clients and, now in 2020, work from home. Keep reading as she shares her tips for carving out your own work space, even when you don't have a home office, and how to keep it all organized, of course.
Photography by Katie Jameson
JENNY B says
What shelving system did you use and how large is this space. I have a little desk area but it is 48' across and I would love to do this but not sure if the shelves would need more support for that length
Jennifer says
This little office nook is perfect!
Jennifer
Effortlessly Sophisticated
Jen Pinkston says
Isn't it?! I love the way it blends in seamlessly in her kitchen too!
Christy says
The baskets are a great Idea to keep those odds and ends out of sight. I have to say though, i cannot wait to take mY Desk out of the kitchen. It's not as tucked away as margaret's and the kids use it as a dumpibg ground every time they walk by. Even tackling it at the end of every day is an undertaking. I like that her desk sits apart in its own space.
Jen Pinkston says
I can totally see how that could happen. Maybe there is a way to create a basket or a drawer that is just for the kids to put their stuff? Then all of their things can go in there and you can have a designated day or two for sorting it?
Jonel says
My husband and i did a 30 day declutter at the beginning of the year and I ended up switching desks with him and set up a little nook. I love it. It just feels so much better to have an organized space to go to.
Jen Pinkston says
I'm so into this idea! Was there a certain format that you followed or did you just pick a different space to tackle every day?
Amanda @ Anchored to Sunshine says
I'm loving the little baskets above the desk! They are such a great way to keep organized, yet they look super fun and stylish. My desk needs a serious overhaul.
Jen Pinkston says
Until we get into our new house, our dining room table is our desk and we are sharing a closet for supplies in the nursery with the new babe on the way... I feel your pain!