Above is the presentation board (also known as a mood board) that I created when designing the ‘feeling’ that I wanted in my office. Bright enough for you? Perfect for me (yeaaah!) … bec when designing my office I knew I wanted to be surrounded by vibrant energetic colors that illuminated happiness and that had a twist of sophistication (queue in the wall paper, area rug, long shiny curtains, and more!).
What’s funny is that I also LOVE the sleek look of the color black, and I wear it ooooften! Don’t believe me?
I’m just not the type of gal to be wearing pink outfits (ummm …’often’??!!). But I do LOVE walking into my office .. the colors simply makes me ‘feel happy’. And isn’t that what we all want? … days full of laughter, fun, and happiness with minimized stress! I sure do! And oooh boy, it sure can get stressful running your own biz, so … cheery freak’in colors to the rescue for ‘me’. Here’s another view of the mood board:
I make it a priority to get to know my clients’ likes and dislikes (in colors + furniture items), so I can create designs that are perfect for them, just like my office is perfect for me.
Here’s a quick tour . . . . . .
Our round table is where we have our morning meetings (psst, flowers are artificial but ooh so pretty, right?):
I grab my wall paint color swatches from this area:
Oh, the pink grandfather clock is not painted onto the door (but could be!), it’s actually a decal with an clock from Ikea placed on top:
Our tall bookshelf system called for a ladder (who needs yoga when you have a ladder at work, right?! Ok, I still love yoga!):
Did you notice the smile word above? I love seeing it every time I walk towards my desk. One other piece of ‘decor’ that I looooove within my office is a rock. Yes, a rock! (don’t judge, people!!!) This is a special rock to me because it was a ‘hello’ from my husband-to-be the day of our wedding ceremony. As I walked down the wedding aisle which was a looong walk before I approached the alter (picture an outdoor gorgeous path hugged by trees in Hawaii) …. I spotted the ‘rock message’ from the groom. So, of cooouuurrrssse I had to take the rock with me (hahaha). Into my luggage it went traveling with us to our honeymoon in Tahiti and Bora Bora, and now it is in it’s new home – my office 
Here are a few more photos:
Thank you for visiting my office! For more Behind the Scene’s peek, mosey on over here. Oh, and say hello in the comment below. What do you think of my office?
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Hi, it’s Ada here - an interior decorator {specializing in economical solutions} with clients throughout the USA, a team of wonderful assistants, accountants who keep telling me that I can’t write off Starbucks as a company expense (darn!), + contractors that help me bring my designs to life! I dabble in photography, love being married, and I am totally addicted to ice-cream - seriously a d d i c t e d!
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I love, love, love your office. Especially that great clock on the door. Fabulous idea.
Tricia
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Thanks Tricia .. glad u love it! I love walking into my office. The clock is one of my favorite decor … apart from the ‘rock’ and my smile decal .. and ok ok … I have a lot of favorite items in my office. It is very important to surround ourselves with items that make us happy (and people of course!)
Have a beautiful day!
What an amazing space!! My office definitely needs a face lift after seeing this!
Maybe an economical wall decal could jazz it up for you!
So glad you love my office … I LOVE being embraced by the happy colors
The clock was fun and simple to apply, the wall paper … that’s another story (I think my hubby may had cursed a few times … he prefers not hiring a contractors and becomes the DIYer in our home). At the end we both enjoy looking back and seeing the wonderful transformation … filled with pride that we did it ourselves.
Your office space is quite beautiful, and a reflection of your pleasant personality. It gave me a few ideas…
I have a wonderful office space in my home, but have way too much clutter. I’m trying to organize it better, get rid of what isn’t needed any longer, and make it a cheery, inspiring space just as you have. It’s taking much longer than I had planned though due to time constraints. I’d love it if you could do a blog post showing several different styles of office spaces and tips/tools to create the home office of our dreams.
P.S. Where do we re-sign up to continue getting your blog posts now you’ve moved it?
Hi Beth!!! … so nice to hear from you here. You can sign up to receive the blog posts via email by subscribing again .. follow the birdie on the top right side of my blog/website. If you have video camera on your computer (or can borrow one) I can take a peek at your room to provide you tips on how to decorate it .. it’s my new service . more info at http://www.adasinteriordesign.com/services Have a SPECTACULAR day!!
I LOVE your office!
It makes me ‘feel happy’ just looking at it
Definitely have to go out there to see it in person!!!
Awww how sweet. I love hearing that my office makes other people feel HAPPY!!!
I LOVE the clock on the back of the door. I will suggest this to others. What fun!!! You do have a room full of color and excitement and your passion shows through. Nothing like walking your talking. Keep up the good work!
Hi Kathie! … yes, I definitely walk my talk .. always encouraging people to surround themselves with love (items & people that make them feel happy). Glad u love the clock decal on the outside of the door, inside the closet door could be another decal or message board.
Hi Ada!
I LOOOVEEE your colour scheme for your office. I’m a huge fan of bright colours too
I was wondering if you could indulge me in where you purchased the wall paper? It’s so unique!
Keep up the flawless work… you inspire tons I’m sure!
Thanks
Glad to read that u love the color scheme … makes me feel happy to know that it makes other people feel happy when they see it as well
The wall paper is from ‘The Wallpaper Company’, and it’s already pre-pasted. If you plan to buy I recommend u get a sampel to see the pattern + color 1st hand – there samples are about $0.99.
It feels like forever that I have been trying to hunt down the “perfect wallpaper” for my bedroom, and I absolutely love the one in your office. Where should I be looking to find designs with that same fun energy?
^ other than The Wallpaper Company
Hi! Ok, perhaps you will like the designs at these 2 stores:
1. http://tinyurl.com/2fjqr3y
2. http://tinyurl.com/257rdu9
Have fun looking!!!!
Hi Jocelyn – glad u love the wallpaper design in my office (it does have an energetic FUN vibe), I got this pattern from The Wallpaper Company (If memory serves me, I believe they are a canadian company who distributes through Home Depot hence e c o n o m i c a l yaaay!).
Ada you are an inspiration. The colors say a lot about you. Love this site too. And yes, I can tell you love being surrounded by color! It’s wonderful when you love what you do isn’t it? Makes all the difference.
Thank you Vanessa .. what a sweet note/comment. Glad u love our site
It is very ‘electric’ when we LOVE what we do .. the power of love!
Ada , you really need to learn to embrace color a little more…. lol! Too lovely, simple and cheery. The clock is fabulous! Stencil or hand drawn? Very clever…
Hi Dee .. the clock is neither stencil or hand drawn – I went the easy way –> wall decal
Glad u like the colors in my office, what’s funny is that my wardrobe is NOT colorful at all (where my office is). I add color to my wardrobe with color in jewerly + shoes : ) But def wouldn’t wear a bright pink shirt … thankgoodness huh 
Thanks for stopping by to say hi!
Ada…Your office is amazing!
I especially love your work station. So efficient and functional! I’m curious though to learn more about your workflow. Looks like you have several hanging wall pockets. How do projects move through your office and HOW did you make those adorable wall paint color swatches???