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3 5 April/May 2024 | maconmagazine.com 65 Shivani Vyas operates Studio Vyas, a boutique interior design studio in Macon. She is a residential interior designer, design writer, and home advocate who believes a home should always lift and comfort the spirit. Follow her on Instagram with @studiovyas. Contact her at hello@studiovyas.com. Today's office elements are just as good- looking as they are functional. Think mirrors, clocks, lamps, and desktop organizers. For example, pencil holders can be sculptural and fun. An area rug can add a soft texture underfoot while improving acoustics. And sometimes, the best accessories are the ones you already have! Display family photos in frames with your favorite colors and motifs. Arrange your joyful momentos on shelves or tabletops to help you personalize your space and spark positivity. Also, outfit your spaces by sprinkling in a few coffee table books, which double as chic decor and serve an educational purpose. When you bring in what you love, your work zone will inspire you throughout the day and keep you connected to who you are. TA P I N T O A F E W N O N - O F F I C E E L E M E N T S 4 P L AY W I T H A F R E S H C O AT O F PA I N T 5 Dabble with new colors that set the perfect backdrop for your work zone. When choosing a paint color, scout a hue that will create a grounding environment for you — whether that's a warm tangerine, zen blue, soothing sage, cheery yellow, or daring jet-black (nothing's off limits if it brings you joy)! Benjamin Moore's Color of the Year 2024 — Blue Nova 825 Sherwin- Williams' Color of the Year 2024 — Upward SW 6239 Renewed Comfort, as selected by HGTV Home by Sherwin- Williams While a Louis ghost or Eiffel chair may elevate your space, style doesn't always translate to comfort. Whenever possible, prioritize ergonomics. Scout for sit/stand desks, office chairs with ample back support, or footrests. As you research options, you'll find sleek iterations of each ergonomic category, so opting for comfort doesn't mean foregoing your personal style. A D D C O M F O R T 3 Ginger jar A Touch of Glover $80 Vintage rugs and furniture Historic Macon Flea Market APRIL 12-14