While office design should be functional, it doesn’t have to be utilitarian. In fact, with creative storage solutions, stylish furniture and thoughtful color schemes, an office can be one of the chicest spaces in the home. By using open shelving filled with colorful decorative items and plants, model Gigi Hadid achieves this goal.
Gigi took to Instagram to show off her stylish office idea for her brand Guest in Residence. The model’s office features a navy blue velvet window seat in front of white open shelves. Gigi’s shelves are filled with a rattan box, a baby bonsai tree, hanging pots, a stylish watering can and Pantone Solid Chips.
Gigi Hadid’s shelves serve as more than just office storage. The shelves look ultra-stylish and are approved by design experts. First, experts say, they love how these open-plan shelves make a room feel more spacious. Mohammad Ahmed, interior designer at The Home Guidance, states, “Open shelves have an uncanny ability to make a room feel open. Unlike bulky cabinets or closed bookcases, these shelves make your space feel more airy and spacious.”
Mohammad Ahmed is an interior designer. He received a bachelor’s degree in interior design from the University of Minnesota in 2013 and has since worked as an interior designer for various companies, designing functional and beautiful spaces for clients. Apart from his interior and exterior design skills, Mohammad is also a home expert with a talent for creating bespoke furniture and other accessories.
He continues, “If you’re working with a space that’s, shall we say, a little cozy, open shelving can be your best friend. By eliminating the visual weight of closed cabinets, you are essentially instantly making your room feel larger.”
Elizabeth Grace, interior designer at Dream Home Making, adds: “The avant-garde appeal of open plan shelving lies in its ability to create the illusion of spaciousness. By eliminating the visual clutter of closed cabinets, these shelves open up the room, allowing natural light to flow freely, creating an airy ambience that is simply mesmerizing.”
Elizabeth Grace is an interior designer and furniture expert. She received a degree in interior design from the University of Notre Dame. Elizabeth landed her first job as an intern at a top New York City firm, learning from the city’s top designers. She currently works as an interior designer for both residential and commercial clients.
Plus, interior designers say this type of shelving is a great way to showcase decor. Mohammad Ahmed says: “With open shelves it feels like you have your own little stage. Each shelf is an opportunity to express your individuality.”
Elizabeth Grace says: “The dynamic nature of the open plan shelving allows for seamless integration with a variety of interior styles. Whether you prefer minimalism, industrial chic or classic elegance, these shelves adapt like chameleons and provide the perfect backdrop for your design expression.”
When it comes to organizing a home office, Gigi Hadid’s chic yet practical space can serve as inspiration. These spaces, while they must include a variety of elements, can be some of the most enjoyable to decorate as you can really play with colors and layouts that inspire you and work for you.