On the couch

The must-have piece for a home office these days is a sofa – a place to ‘sit soft’ while on calls or in contemplative mode. Remember also that creative juices flow when bright colours are used. ‘Our client requested a colour that reminded them of a warm orchid, and we found just the one,’ says Mary Patton, founder, Mary Patton Design. By taking it up over the ceiling, and contrasting with jewel tones, this office means business.

GET THE LOOK Joinery, walls and ceiling in Brinjal by Farrow & Ball. Window treatment by Pierre Frey