A minimalist black steel-framed glass desk sits adjacent to a tall, arched window. The modern architecture is softened by a cascade of trailing pothos and ivy resting on floating geometric ledges.

  • How to make it: Choose a desk with ultra-thin metal legs and a light ash wood top. Mount asymmetrical floating shelves on the adjacent wall, styling them with a mix of modern tech, a small brass desk lamp, and lush cascading greenery.
  • Tips and variations: For an alternative look, use a reclaimed wood slab desktop paired with modern trestle legs. Add an ergonomic office chair upholstered in textured oatmeal bouclé fabric.
  • Needs to make that thing: Steel and ash wood writing desk, trailing indoor plants, geometric wall shelves, brass task lamp, bouclé desk chair.

5. The Modern-Rustic Transitional Living Room