Home office ideas for Malta and Gozo

A desk, a good chair and a few clever storage pieces can turn any corner into a proper place to work. Here is how to build a home office with IKEA's furniture and accessories, from compact setups to colourful creative corners.

Home office ideas for Malta and Gozo

It does the job, without the salary

A home office does not need to be a separate room. A LAGKAPTEN desk, paired with a LOBERGET swivel chair, gives you a proper place to sit down and work without taking over the house, and BERGSHULT and SIBBHULT shelves make use of the wall space above it.

For papers, chargers and odds and ends, EKET wall-mounted shelving keeps things visible and tidy, while a FJÄDERHARV mini chest with two drawers holds what you would rather keep out of sight.

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A space that does more than one job

Your desk rarely works alone. A GULLABERG desk with an add-on unit stretches to fit a second screen or extra paperwork, and a BRYTNING swivel chair keeps you comfortable through long stretches at the keyboard. GÄRDESGÅRD magazine files and FJÄDERHARV storage boxes with lids keep documents contained rather than spread across the desk.

Small touches make the space feel like part of the home rather than an afterthought. A FLÖNSA memo board with pins keeps notes and reminders in view, a BONDIS wall clock keeps you on schedule, and a PELARBJÖRK or BLODBJÖRK vase brings in a bit of life.

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How much space does a home office need

Probably less than you think. A compact desk is often all it takes to carve out a proper place to work, whatever the size or style of the room around it.

An ALEX desk with a matching drawer unit suits those who want storage built in from the start, while a MICKE desk works well in a tighter corner. Pair either with a LÅNGFJÄLL conference chair or a SMÖRKULL office chair with armrests for proper back support, and keep cables and odds and ends contained with a KUGGIS storage box or HORNFELS extension cord.

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A workspace that fits around daily life

The secret to a stress-free home office is a desk that feels at home in the living room rather than fighting it for space. The MULLSJÖ oak veneer desk works well here, paired with a SMÖRKULL office chair with armrests for proper support through the working day, and an IDÅSEN cabinet with doors and drawers to keep papers and supplies out of view.

Small additions make the difference between a tidy desk and a cluttered one. A BJÖRKÅSEN laptop stand lifts your screen to a better angle, a KUGGIS box corrals small items, and a BONDIS wall clock keeps the day on track without a glance at your phone.

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A traditional office that turns into a gaming room

A room that earns its keep every day of the year works best when it can change character. Built around a traditional desk setup, it can turn into a gaming space with the right mix of lighting and materials, then just as easily host a film night or a spare bed for guests.

An ALEX drawer unit on castors keeps gear close at hand, and an IDÅSEN drawer unit on castors does the same for paperwork and accessories. An ISNÅLEN LED work lamp and an AFTONSPARV LED table lamp give you light for both tasks and atmosphere, while an IVAR cabinet holds everything else that needs a home.

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Bring colour and personality to your workspace

A small, oddly shaped space can still become a proper corner for working, studying or pursuing a hobby. The trick is to lean into colour rather than fight the layout, building a spot that feels entirely your own.

A DOMSTEN stool slots into tight spaces, while an EKENABBEN open shelving unit keeps books and supplies on show. A FLOTTILJ desk lamp adds focused light, a LOMVIKEN frame or EKFÄNN table mirror with integrated lighting adds personality to the wall, and KUGGIS boxes with lids keep the smaller things contained.

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A modern, creative corner in industrial style

If you have been wanting an extra room for your projects, think about fitting a creative corner into the living room instead. All you need is a desk, a few organising solutions and lighting that suits the rest of the space.

An ALEX desk with a drawer unit gives you a sturdy base to work from, while a KUGGIS insert with eight compartments keeps small supplies sorted. A HÖGVIND table lamp or NYMÅNE work lamp with wireless charging adds practical light, and a LOMVIKEN frame or BERÄKNA vase finishes the look without overcrowding it.

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New arrivals for the home office

A TROTTEN desk with a matching cabinet with doors brings a flexible, grown-up base to any home office, and a BETESHÄST or ENKROKEN desk offers a simpler alternative for smaller spaces. A SKÅDIS pegboard keeps tools and accessories within reach, while a HELMER drawer unit on castors rolls wherever you need it most.

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