Brit + Co. sponsored a "Pimp My Desk" contest for its employees. Winner Dzuy Linh created a diner-themed desk using 1950s-themed objcts as accessories and vinyl decals to create a red and checkerboard base.
STORY HIGHLIGHTS
- Some startups are trading up scrappy, bland decor for customized work spaces
- A few DIY tricks can create a work space that reflects a company's values
- Brit + Co. gave their employees $50 each for "Pimp Your Desk" contest
- Office of wedding site'sLover.ly's is decorated with paper hearts that match logo
Tech startups are notoriously known for being scrappy and bland when it comes to office decor. IKEA desks and chairs can be the height of style in these work spaces, and many don't build in a budget for much decor beyond that.
Yet a new era is emerging that encourages a higher level of attention to design and do-it-yourself decor. The philosophy: Startup employees are working a minimum of 10 hours each day, so why shouldn't they enjoy their surroundings?
Sprucing up doesn't have to break the budget, either. With a few DIY tricks, you can transform any plain Jane space into something conversation-worthy. Being a startup founder myself, I've been lucky enough to get exposed to some of the most creative and tech-savvy spaces ever, many of which reflect the personalities and business models of the companies themselves.
Take a peek at some of the creative decor ideas I've found. I hope they encourage you to spend some time to personalize your work space.
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