The best office artwork ideas are warm neutral abstracts, black and white line art, calm landscapes, vintage botanicals and one bold statement piece behind the desk. Calm, low-contrast art suits focused work, while bolder colour suits creative and collaborative spaces. Size the main piece to about two-thirds the width of the desk or credenza below it and hang it with its centre 57 to 60 inches from the floor.
Below: 8 office art ideas with real examples, ideas for home offices and for corporate offices, reception areas and conference rooms, and how to choose and hang office artwork.
Key Takeaways
Calm neutrals, landscapes and botanicals suit focused work; bold abstracts suit creative spaces.
Put your best piece on the wall you face on video calls or the wall behind your desk.
One large piece or a matching pair looks more professional than many small frames.
In shared offices, choose art that matches the brand colours and repeats across rooms.
8 Office Artwork Ideas
1. Warm neutral abstracts
Beige, brown and black abstracts look polished and calm, and they work in almost any office. They are the safest choice when several people share a space. Shown: this print.
2. Black and white line art
Simple curves and lines keep a desk wall clean and modern without pulling focus from the work. Shown: this print.
3. Calm landscapes
Soft hills, lakes and fields give the eye somewhere to rest between screens, which makes them a natural fit for long work days. Shown: this print.
4. Vintage botanicals
Muted botanical prints bring a bit of nature indoors and suit traditional or library-style offices. Shown: this print.
5. A moody statement piece
A large black and beige abstract on a dark wall gives an executive office or study a confident, finished look. Shown: this print.
6. Bold colour for creative spaces
Pink, orange and coral florals or abstracts add energy to a studio, creative agency or brainstorming corner. Shown: this print.
7. A funny print for a home office
A witty vintage-style print keeps a home office from feeling too serious, and it is a good conversation piece on video calls. Shown: this print.
8. Art that reflects your interests
A vintage race car, a city or a map print makes an office feel personal and gives clients something to ask about. Shown: this print.
Home Office Art Ideas
Dress the video-call wall first. The wall behind your chair is the one colleagues see, so put your best piece there.
Match the room, not the job. A home office shares a palette with the rest of the house, so pick colours from nearby rooms.
Keep it calm above the desk. Busy, high-contrast art right in your eyeline can feel distracting during long tasks.
Add one personal piece. A funny print, a city you love or a hobby print makes the space feel like yours.
Corporate Office, Reception and Conference Room Art Ideas
Reception: one large statement piece in the brand colours sets the tone for visitors.
Conference rooms: a pair or set of three calm prints along the long wall keeps the room focused.
Private offices: repeat the same style and frame colour across offices so the floor feels consistent.
Hallways and break rooms: lighter landscapes and botanicals soften shared spaces. Outfitting a whole office? See the guide to bulk office wall art.
How to Choose Office Artwork
Start with the purpose of the room: calm for focus, bolder for creative or social spaces.
Pull colour from the room or brand: repeat one or two tones from the furniture, walls or logo.
Size it to the furniture: about two-thirds the width of the desk or credenza below it. A 24x36" print suits most desks; 30x40" and 36x48" suit large walls on select artwork.
Choose the format: framed canvas for a finished, professional edge; stretched canvas for a clean modern look; framed fine art prints for crisp line art.
How High to Hang Art Above a Desk
Hang art above a desk so its centre sits 57 to 60 inches from the floor, or so the bottom edge is 8 to 12 inches above the desk surface, clear of a monitor. Center it on the desk rather than the wall. For more on height, see how high to hang wall art.
Frequently Asked Questions
What art should I put in my office?
The art you should put in your office depends on the work you do there: warm neutral abstracts, black and white line art, calm landscapes or vintage botanicals for focus, and bolder colour for creative spaces. One large piece behind the desk usually looks best.
What artwork is good for a home office?
Artwork that is good for a home office is calm enough to work under and personal enough to feel like yours, such as a neutral abstract, a soft landscape or a witty print. Put the main piece on the wall behind your chair so it shows on video calls.
What kind of art helps you focus in an office?
The kind of art that helps you focus in an office is low-contrast and calm: soft landscapes, nature scenes and neutral abstracts. Very busy or high-contrast pieces work better on a side wall than directly in your eyeline.
What is the best wall art for office feng shui?
The best wall art for office feng shui features calming landscapes, water or nature-inspired scenes that promote balance and focus. Abstract art in soothing blues and greens suits a calm workspace, and the art should hang where you can see it from your desk.
How do I choose wall art for my office?
To choose wall art for your office, start with the purpose of the room, pull one or two colours from the furniture or brand, and size the main piece to about two-thirds the width of the desk or credenza below it.
How high should you hang art above a desk?
You should hang art above a desk so its centre sits 57 to 60 inches from the floor, or so the bottom edge is 8 to 12 inches above the desk, clear of any monitor. Center it on the desk, not the wall.
Choosing Office Art That Works
Start with the wall people see most, either behind your desk or facing the door, and choose one piece about two-thirds the width of the furniture below it, hung with its centre at 57 to 60 inches. Then match the palette to the work: calm neutrals and nature scenes for focus, bolder abstracts for creative or collaborative spaces, and one personal piece to make the room yours.
Next steps: browse the Office Wall Art collection for pieces suited to professional spaces, or the Large Wall Art collection for a statement piece behind your desk. Every print is made to order as stretched canvas, framed canvas or framed fine art paper, with free shipping across the U.S. and Canada. Outfitting a whole office? See bulk office wall art for businesses.
