I think a lot of us bloggers can relate to being nomads when it comes to our work space. I for one love going from my kitchen table to the living room couch to even the patio in my backyard. In a lot of ways the change of scenery sparks inspiration. Over the course of the year, my goal was to create a space of my own – a blogging office if you will. And like many home projects, it took a while to get to a place where I could even work in here. And honestly, it’s not quite finished. I still want to purchase a proper reading chair. But having a space where I can work & brainstorm in peace is a total game changer. I feel like all writers & bloggers deserve their own creative space to venture off to.
Let’s Take a Tour Of My Blogging Office…
I’m lucky enough to have the opportunity to claim this spare bedroom all to myself. When I moved in during quarantine, I took over the closet in this room to store my dresses & dress coats because the other closet I share with my fiance couldn’t hold all my belongings [ well, it could, but i liked the idea of having my own closet for my dresses like the movie, 27 Dresses]. I treated it as a dressing room in a sense & a place there I could go to watch television, do my makeup or read. But as I became more serious with blogging, I decided to make this space into my own personal office. My fiance made an office for himself in the basement & I felt I wanted to do the same upstairs. Plus, I have a lot of personal trinkets & things from my room at my parent’s house I wanted to display. Here are a few photos & an Instagram Reel of my blogging office:




Why Blogging Offices Are Worth It…
It’s Calming & Away From Distraction
I’ve never felt so productive when it comes to my writing. I didn’t realize how distracting doing work in the common areas of a home can be. Especially if other people are wandering the house & constantly wanting your attention, it’s hard to get anything done. Now, that I have my own proper space, if I need to I can close the door & type away.
You Need To Differentiate Work vs. Play
When you have a designated workspace instead of using a common area like a living room, it trains the brain to know when it’s time to work vs when it’s time to put the laptop away. I can’t tell you how many times I’d just continue to work on the blog or answer tweets way into the evening. When I have a designated work station, I know to leave those tasks in that specific area & give myself the deserving break I need.
You Can Show Off Your Personality
Having my own blogging office allowed me to showcase my “brand” or interests in a space. Since I live more minimal, I wanted my office to be simple & calm. I leave the center of the room open so it feels more inviting & I have space to walk around. I added wall shelves to add height as well as have a place to display my favorite possessions – like my F.R.I.E.N.D.S. dvd set. Especially when you live with someone else, you can’t always decorate the entire home to your liking but it’s nice to have one area I can do whatever I want.
It Sparks Inspiration
The worst feeling is being in a creative rut & suffering from writers block. I’ve found having my own place to write actually sparked inspiration. I can think more calmly & productively without distraction. I swear the ideas keep flowing now that I can work in peace. It isn’t to say changing scenery doesn’t do the trick too, but I’ve found I benefit more from quiet spaces.
It Keeps You Productive
In other parts of my home, I was too distracted to write or get anything done. Some weeks I wouldn’t write at all – which is ok some, but I was slowly getting in this rut. Now that I have a proper place to work, my to-do list gets complete & I’ve been writing more than ever.
Overall I find having a blogging office to be extremely beneficial. Having your own sanctuary creates a sense of peace & productivity. I think all content creators should consider creating their own offices whether you are a full time blogger or do this as a side hustle. I feel more official now that I made this change.
Do you have a blogging office? Where do you go to write?
-B
That sounds like a amazing idea💡 I love your space —it is minimalist and calming at the same time. I live in a flat and I am always struggling with space but you are right having a space on your own to do your work get rids of the distraction.
Thank you for this —it got me all inspired x
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Thank you 💕
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You’re lucky. I yearn for a room of my own… 😶
You did a beautiful job. I love the minimalist approach as well.
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Thank you! Very on brand 😊👌🏻
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Trying to write with others in your space is so chaotic! Having a place where you can shut the door and concentrate sounds so nice.
Having a place specifically for blogging could also help with developing and displaying your blog brand, which is something I had not thought about until I read your post. Thank you for sharing more about your new office.
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Agreed! Thanks for reading 😊
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I couldn’t agree more. I used to blog at the kitchen counter but had difficulty focusing. Now I have my own office I’m much more productive.
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Awesome!
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I love your office space ♥ I saw it on Instagram and I wish it was mine lol
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Aww thank you 😊💕 everything is pretty much from Target 🎯
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I agree. My sofa currently is my blog space but I must change that.
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That was me during quarantine
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Love this minimal setup. Beautiful
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thank you so much!!
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This is lovely definitely helps to get the creative juices flowing and train your mind to know that’s the place for where you do work
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it really does! thanks for reading!
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I don’t have my own space right now but loving blogging from my patio in these warm days! I am hoping to create some space though soon. Thanks for sharing your ideas!
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That sounds lovely! I love working outside in the summer 😍 thanks for reading
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I love that idea! I don’t have an office space but have a little nook I’d like to make for myself. It is hard trying to blog while my toddler needs my attention 😆 I love your office space ❤️
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Thanks!! That’s a wonderful idea. Oh gosh, 😂 I’m sure it is.
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😂
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Wow this minimal setup is so beautiful. Love it
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thank you!! 🙂
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Love your minimal workspace❤ After seeing this I think I definitely need to create a space for me. Thanks for sharing your ideas!
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😊 thank you! You should totally make a space for yourself. Thanks for reading
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Love this! I agree. I love separating work and play which is why I don’t use a laptop anymore. I invested in a desktop and just keep that in my office! When I’m away from my desk, I’m off or on a break! I loved decorating my office so much! So glad you liked yours. Thanks for sharing, b xx
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Looks beautiful Brittany! I love the minimalist style and neutral color palette!
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Gotta stay on brand 😉
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Your office looks stunning! It’s such a good idea to have a separate space, I like to blog where-ever I can haha xx
Hannah | https://luxuryblush.co.uk/
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Thank you 💕
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I agree that having a dedicated workspace is essential. I have a desk in my room that I use for work and blogging. I find it helpful for me when I write because it’s quiet and it’s also got a window view which also helps me relax and also gets my creative juices flowing.
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That’s great, a view by the window sounds nice 🙂
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This sounds like a great idea! I am constantly moving from one room to the next in my house 😂 your office looks amazing and calming.
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😂 I’ve been there! Thank you 💕
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A super fruitful blog that has a potential to explore and get tons of shares!
I agreed with that every new as well as experienced blogger or writer needs a seprate work space to do work productively. Thanks for your tips too.
Have a good day.
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Thanks for reading
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I am soon getting my blogging space😊🤗
Thanks alot
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Do it!! 😊✨
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I love your blogging office! Your desk is so organized and my favorite part of your room would have to be the Minion plush 😉
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thanks! the minion is an old gift from my bf (now fiance) from when we were dating awhile back 🙂
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Love this! I don’t currently have my own blogging space but I feel like it would really increase my productivity and I love yours! Thanks for sharing x
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thank you!! you should totally go for it! thank you and thanks for reading 🙂
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This is such a great idea I wish I could implement (hope I do as soon as it’s possible). The thing you said about differentiating between work and play really hit me because I think I don’t have any boundaries with my space. Enjoyed this post x
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i had the same problem before. i never knew when to stop working especially now that i work from home. thanks for reading!
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I don’t have a blogging office & my apartment is too small to have a designated office space, but I’m hoping to get a bigger apartment soon so I can have an office/beauty room haha
Also, I LOVE your office!
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love that for you! and thank you!! 🙂
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I cannot wait to have a separate office for working as I work on a laptop table in my bedroom. I will be excited to style my office too. You have a great space. Thank you for sharing.
Lauren -bournemouthgirl.com
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thank you! it’s a definite game changer for sure!
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You are oh so right! We share the flat we live in so we can’t really create a designated space, but it would be so great! I love yours, it makes me feel calm and relaxed and ready to start working! Will keep your tips in mind for when eventually I get my own space x
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thanks for reading!! 🙂
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I absolutely love that mirror! It’s the perfect size, and I love how it matches your desk too. Such a cute space!
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thank you!! it’s from Target if you are interested. 🙂
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Having a space dedicated to writing is amazing! It is something that I totally feel like I need also. Since I live in a rented apartment with limited space this means I have to move in order to do so. But it definitely is the dream! So glad for you that you made a space to please you and inspire you! 🙂
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maybe you can have a designated corner of a room for a desk? thanks for reading!
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Great post, I found it really interesting to read your thoughts! Also, your blogging office is really pretty!
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thank you!! 🙂
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You’re welcome!
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I agree with the fact that bloggers need their own work space. There are so many benefits of a workspace from limiting distractions to increasing productivity. Your workspace looks so simple and cute. Thank you for sharing!
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thanks for reading!! 🙂
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Your work space looks lovely. Agree completely with the idea that you need to differentiate between work and play – I never work in my bedroom as I would never get anything done. Thanks for sharing!
Tash – A Girl with a View
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thank you! and thanks for reading
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Definitely agree. I’m a full-time blogger and didn’t have my own workspace until this year. It’s been a game changer!
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yess!
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We’ve converted a spare bedroom into our office as my husband and I both work from home. Although I’m downstairs in the kitchen at the moment because the office is too hot and I’m nowhere near as productive!
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that’s a great solution! i love sitting at our kitchen table as well sometimes. thanks for reading
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Really cool space and setup!
I’ve never thought of having a blogging space, but I definitely did have one for studying and exam revision😅
Also, I can testify that having a change of scenery/environment definitely helps with writer’s block
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thanks! yes, agreed change of scenery does work wonders in finding inspiration
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Aww! Your space is so simple and clean and pretty. I love that you have a rug down and a mirror on the side to catch some light. I have a desk, but it is not nearly as attractive as this space so I am inspired to make some changes.
Thanks for sharing. 🙂
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thank you! very minimalistic and on brand. thanks for reading!
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I’ve just been writing in bed or on the couch, but I’ve actually always been like that, even as a teenager doing homework lol. I would love to have an actual writing office one day, but I’d need a comfy chair and not a desk!
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if i worked in my bed, i’d fall asleep hahaha
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I totally want my own room for blogging. I just currently use my old desk for my blogging space. I try to make it work space but I would love to have my own room for blogging.
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it has really changed the game with blogging. but at least you have a desk space. 🙂 thanks for reading.
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I really relate- and your space is looking lovely 😊
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thanks!!
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I completely agree with you, it’s do important to be able to separate the two. My plan has always been to purchase a desk when I start making money from my blog. I’ve got a little way to go but I’ll get there. Great blog post.
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yes, you will def get there! thanks for reading
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I love the idea of having my own workspace. Right now, I just stay in the living room and move around when I get bored lol. Thanks for giving us a tour — it’s lovely! Super clean and distraction-free. I believe it really does keep you productive. Great post!
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thanks! the living room is always a nice spot. i did that during quarantine. thanks for reading
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Your setup looks so clean, mine is a chaos of books and post-its, not to mention my husband sits right by me doing his dev work xD Though I do love having him there. I always wonder why it is that I can’t stand people in my writing space, but my husband is the exception o.O
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haha! oh my gosh…thank you! believe me it’s not always this neat but i had to make it nice for the photos lol. that’s really sweet you work next to each other. 🙂
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What a perfect space for writing! Thank you for sharing this room inspo! 🙂
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thanks for reading 🙂
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I actually love seeing other people’s offices so this was so fun! We have similar rugs and I agree that its important to have a place for blogging!
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Awesome! Mine is from Target. Thanks for reading
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Very nice office and well decorated😊🙏
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Thanks!
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I love the idea of this post and I love all of the wonderfully made points! I also believe it’s so important to have your own space for these very same reasons but my favorite reason is because you need a space for work and a space for play. It cannot be more true! My favorite thing about my space is bringing my personality into the design, that’s always so much fun.
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Thank you for the office tour!
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thanks for reading!
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Planning to set one as soon as possible. Just started with blogging.
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Welcome to the blogging community!
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Thank you so much
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Thanks for sharing this with me. I didn’t think of this, but if your space is tidier, the writing will be more efficient.
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You’re welcome
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Love your blogging space.
I currently do not have a specific place to blog, I write everywhere in my home. But I eventually want to create a space for me to blog and also read.
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thank you!!
i’m def still this way – blogging at my kitchen table or couch. but i’ve noticed it’s nice to have a specific place for less distraction.
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