Curiosity Grows at a Mint-Colored Desk

The fresh pairing of mint walls and a white desk catches the eye first. Look closer and a yellow lamp, small globe, and trailing green leaves emerge one by one. Favorite objects sit naturally among study essentials, softening the impression of an otherwise orderly arrangement.

Mint and white: balance broad surfaces with small accents

White furniture balances the broad mint wall in this study. White lines on the wall connect with the furniture, tying the background to the desk, while a gray fabric chair adds a quiet middle tone. If you are unsure how much mint to use, consider keeping the furniture's larger surfaces white.

Yellow repeats in small amounts in the lamp and right-hand organizer. Instead of concentrating a strong color on one side, it draws the eye across the desk. A mint pencil case and pens bring the wall's color closer to the desktop. Even with several colors, repeating small amounts of the same color on separate objects can connect a desk full of accessories.

Desk organization begins with leaving one area open