INTERIORS / THE LOHI OFFICE 

The TV-show The Office, both in its British original and its American incarnation, played with the idea of the office as a drab place, defined in particular by its ugly and charmless decor. 

One of the reasons that people responded so well to the show was that they recognized the dreariness of the TV set from their own office spaces.

While one’s personal home is a space where (hopefully) one can express a personal sense of style, the office needs to look professional. 

This means that it should be nondescript and easy to clean (and thus, boring). 

During the COVID-19 pandemic, many people either chose or were forced to work from home. This accelerated an already initiated shift towards more comfortable workwear. Dress shirts, ties and formalwear were replaced with T-shirts, leggings, and home-wear. 

The cubicle was replaced with a laptop in the sofa or a zoom meeting in the backyard. 

The pandemic transformed the way people think of their workspace. 

It doesn’t have to be boring or ugly but can actually be more like a home – inspiring and reflecting one’s personality. 

The pandemic put a strain on society, many people suffered and were lost to the virus. 

But some things were also gained in the process, such as a more relaxed approach to work, and the realization that we are not chained to our offices, often located in polluted downtown areas. 

With less commute and more flexible work hours, it’s easier to achieve a healthy work/life-balance. 

Decorate your home office according to your own taste and wants. 

Make it look the way you want it – if opulent Renaissance style is your thing, go for it. If you prefer a strict Bauhaus vibe, then do that. 

If you don’t like office chairs, simply don’t use one. 

At Lohi, we have found inspiration in the eccentric universe created by Fornasetti, decorating our office with their wallpaper, furniture, and artistic objects to make our workplace more enjoyable. 

Life is too short for ugliness, and office interiors should make you enjoy working, not longing for the workday to end.