There’s something about boho that makes a space feel like it’s giving you a warm hug. Not in the suffocating “there’s too much going on” way. But more like your creative brain can finally unclench and breathe.
A boho office doesn’t try too hard. It just is. Layers, textures, plants, vibes it’s all there, but never too polished. That’s the whole point.
So, if your workspace currently feels like a waiting room with a printer… Let’s fix that. Here’s a big ol’ list of 22 boho office ideas to turn your 9-to-5 into a little paradise of rattan, plants, and you energy.
1. The Rug That Started It All
Don’t sleep on the power of a good rug. Vintage, faded, maybe slightly frayed at the edges. That’s exactly the look you want. It tells stories your keyboard never will.
Stick it under your desk or throw it in the middle of the room like you didn’t even think twice. It ties the room together without making a fuss about it.
2. Woven Storage Baskets For Days
Forget ugly plastic drawer things. Boho storage is all about big, soft, woven baskets. Ones that maybe look like you bought them from a quiet market somewhere coastal. Maybe you did. Maybe you didn’t. That’s the magic.
Shove your paperwork in ’em. Or wires. Or the snacks you don’t want people to know you keep at work.
3. Rattan, Baby
If your chair’s all corporate-black and squeaky, it’s got to go. Rattan chairs say, “yes, I work hard, but I’m chill about it.” They’re light. They breathe. They squeak less. And they just look cooler. Period.
Throw a chunky blanket on it. Or a sheepskin, if you’re fancy like that.
4. Layered Lighting Is Your Best Friend
The overhead lights that came with your office? Turn ’em off. Immediately.
Think soft, glowy lamps. String lights in places they probably shouldn’t be. Candles (if HR allows). Your space should feel more like a cafe that accidentally has a spreadsheet open.
5. Macramé Wall Art, Because Duh
Every boho office needs a lil’ macramé action. Big or small. Creamy ropes, knots you could stare at during long Zoom calls. It’s like your wall learned how to whisper “you’re doing fine, sweetie.”
Or try a DIY one if you’re feeling particularly Pinterest that day. But no pressure.
6. Plants That Don’t Judge You
A jungle of plants is basically boho law. Start with something impossible to kill. Pothos, snake plants, ZZ plants they’re like chill coworkers that ask for nothing but light and vibes.
Let them dangle from the ceiling or crowd your window like green gossiping aunties. Plants make any space feel alive and on your side.
7. A Vintage Desk That’s a Bit Scratched
Your desk shouldn’t look like it was born in a factory yesterday. Look for one with soul. Maybe it creaks a bit. Maybe the drawers stick. That’s charm, babe.
Thrift stores are your best bet. Bonus points if it smells faintly of cedar and nostalgia.
8. Cushions on the Floor, Because Why Not
Sometimes sitting on the floor just hits different. Toss a few oversized, boho-patterned cushions around. Think Moroccan poufs, mandala prints, or just weird old ones you find and love.
Great for breaks. Or impromptu idea storms.
9. Beaded Curtains for Absolutely No Reason
Beaded door curtains make no sense and that’s why they’re perfect. They serve no actual function. They’re just… vibey. That’s all you need to know.
You walk through them, and suddenly you’re not at work anymore. You’re somewhere else. Somewhere cooler.
10. An Alt Space for Dreaming
If you can carve out a corner make a lil’ daydreaming nook. A floor pillow. A small side table with a candle that smells like cinnamon or ambition.
It’s not for work. It’s for staring out the window when you’re cooked.
11. Eclectic Art, As Weird As You Want
No generic city skyline posters, please. Fill your wall with stuff that makes you blink twice. Abstracts. A llama wearing sunglasses. Vintage photos of strangers.
Boho doesn’t care if it matches. It only cares if it makes your soul go “oooh, yes.”
12. Tapestries That Make Walls Look Less Sad
A big ol’ tapestry can completely hijack the mood in the best way. Go for mandala styles, celestial patterns, or something you bought on vacation and forgot about.
Drape it, tack it, pin it, even hang it from the ceiling like you’re building a blanket fort of professionalism.
13. Crystals Even If You’re Not Into That
You don’t have to believe in the vibes. But a chunk of amethyst or a piece of rose quartz just looks nice on a desk. Like little sculptures the Earth made without trying.
And if they do bring good energy? Even better.
14. Mixy-Matchy Throw Blankets
Cold offices are the enemy. Have two or three cozy throws nearby. None of them should match. One should look like it came from your grandma. The other from a market in Bali (even if it didn’t).
Drape them messily. Neatness is overrated in boho land.
15. Incense or Oil Diffuser (No Stinky Cubes Allowed)
Boho office air shouldn’t smell like printer toner. Go for sandalwood, patchouli, or citrusy blends that smell like a creative epiphany.
Just don’t overdo it. You want people to wander in and say, “wow, what is that smell?” not “why does it smell like a forest exploded?”
16. Books You’ll Never Read But Look Gorgeous
Line your shelves with old books. The kind with gold-leafed spines and dramatic titles. Maybe you read them. Maybe you don’t. They still bring vibes.
Stack them. Lean them. Let them fall over slightly. That’s the look.
17. Dreamcatchers That Don’t Catch Emails
Hang a dreamcatcher above your monitor and pretend it helps filter out annoying emails. It won’t. But it looks cool.
And in boho land, looking cool while pretending is basically a superpower.
18. Hand-Painted Mugs That Don’t Match
Throw out the boring office mugs. Replace them with chipped, hand-painted treasures. One should be way too big. One should be oddly shaped. One should make people say “where’d you even get that?”
It’s not just about drinking coffee. It’s about feeling the coffee.
19. Desk Accessories That Have No Job
Little wooden bowls. Brass figurines. A carved elephant. Tiny trinkets with zero purpose other than looking interesting.
Clutter? No. That’s curated chaos. It’s different.
20. A Mirror That’s a Bit Extra
Mirrors aren’t just for checking if you’ve got spinach in your teeth. A beautiful, arched mirror with a bit of flair makes the whole space feel bigger, lighter.
Bonus points if it has a crack. Not dangerous. Just… character.
21. Color, but Make It Dusty
Boho color palettes love the “faded but fabulous” look. Think terracotta, olive green, muted mustard, burnt orange. Colors that feel like they were strong once but got mellow with age.
Paint one wall. Or all of them. Or just add pops with textiles and prints. Doesn’t need to be perfect. In fact—please don’t let it be.
22. Something Totally You
Maybe it’s a framed photo of your dog wearing sunglasses. Maybe it’s a handwritten quote from your grandma. Maybe it’s a polaroid of your friends making dumb faces.
That’s the soul of boho. Personal, imperfect, and probably a little odd.
Let’s be real—boho isn’t a style, it’s a feeling. It’s walking into your workspace and breathing a little deeper. Smiling for no reason. Feeling like maybe, just maybe, your ideas will come easier today.
You don’t have to spend a ton. Thrift, repurpose, DIY it. It’s not about buying the right things, it’s about making the space feel like you. On your best, most barefoot, breezy, creative day.
