One of my readers, Rose, recently hired me to do a consultation, including an Inspiration Board for her home office. Since she works at home and is in this space all the time, she was tired of not loving it and wanted to move in a new direction. She liked the wall color OK, but was definitely open for a change. She did have a great looking Pottery Barn white desk and chair, as well as some functional and neutral white bookcases, so the room is basically a blank slate. 
This is the door coming into the office. 
And this is the corner to the left of her desk, which I thought needed better utilizing. 
And she has plenty of storage space with these 3 bookcases.
I got to work and came up with some ideas, after Rose told me she loves blues and greens. She was also open for some pretty seating in this space and that corner above to the left of the window would be the perfect spot for that. I gave her a detailed plan on paper and also a pretty Inspiration board and I think Rose is ready to rock n’ roll in this room now. She said she’s already scheduled the painters.
For additional wall storage, I suggested she get some Ballard Designs shelves (pictured on the board), since they are great for adding storage on the wall.
Here’s the board I came up with, pretty shades of aqua blue, a little green thrown in and red as the accent. Click on the board to see all the details of each item at Polyvore:
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Rhoda, that space you created is lovely ! I am smitten with your color choices, ALL of them. That blue is so serene, and I’m just crazy about the chair and pillow. I know you will get plenty of stylish people looking for your input, because you have impeccable taste !
i love the design. especially the curtains!!! love it.
and love you and Harry!!! too cute.
It is too bad Rose does not like the splashes of color I think it looks amazing and fun and would be the perfect spot to work in. Love it!! Kathysue
Love it, Rhoda! I love the way the white shelves, desk and bookcases will pop off the blue you chose for the walls.
I’ve been thrilled to help my e-consultation clients and sometimes they might not like something I’ve chosen either. My last one didn’t care for a patterned drape either, but asked for an alternative in a solid. She is just about done with the one room we did and has told me she is looking for my help on a sun porch next.
I love the inspiration board. The hints of blues and greens make it really relaxing! Can’t wait to see what she comes up with.
Great inspiration board. I think I would love the black and white too. Hugs, Marty
Rhonda, I love the freshness you brought into the room. I personally LOVED the red chair. I enjoy viewing and using your ideas.
I’m always a sucker for a red chair. This is a beautiful layout. I really like the white work station.
You had some great ideas. Love your color choices.
I’m totally diggin’ the red chair and the curtains are great. You did a fab job…let us know how it ends up.
I think you did a wonderful job! I love the color choices as well. Thank you for sharing your ideas; you are such an inspiration!
I love what you put together for her…what a WORLD of difference!!
What a great space she has,,, and I love the board you made for her.. the Zebra print sounds really great,, and the creamy curtains too…
Hugs;
Alaura
I love the red chair!
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Julie M.
Oh this look wonderful! Well done. I adore those drapery panels and wish I could find a place to use them.
Hi Rhoda,
I love the inspiration board choices–so fresh and stylish. I can just see that red chair in plush (100 % mohair) mmm…mmm…mmm!
This plan seems so versatile for Rose and I can see how easy it would be to change out the window panels or chair from time to time to get a different vibe. Great job Rhoda!
Sindy
Love the aqua paint ; will it be on one wall and the others
remain the original color? Also, what source are you getting
the bamboo blinds – I have a 96″ wide window in my loft
I am lookin to spiffy up. You are the best.
Love the chair and paint. Going to have to run over to Ikea and look at the curtains .
Thank you for all the great posts from last year! I look forward to reading your blog, because they are always full of information that I can put to use. Thank you again, and God bless you in 2010.
Love those IKEA panels! Question: how do you find house decor items on Polyvore? I only ever seem to be able to find clothes, shoes, etc. :/
Never mind, I figured it out! But how did you get the paint swatch on there??
Rhoda, you came up with a beautiful design. Love it.