Hi there! Old folks say, “You are what you put on your desk.” This is true whether you’re in a physical office or a virtual one. In Gather Town, there is a “Customize Desk” feature that gives you the freedom to a create custom desk. It’s like your desk in real life. What you place on it says a lot about who you are, what you like, and even how you work.

When you first step into Gather Town, you’ll notice that each desk in your virtual office is blank. This is where the magic of the “Customize Desk” feature comes in. Just like in a physical office, your desk can become a reflection of who you are. The way you arrange it, the items you choose to display, and even the colors you pick can all say something about you.

Creating a custom desk in Gather Town is easy and fun. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you get started.

Enter Customize Mode

Click on your avatar in Gather Town and “Walk to My Desk” or just simply hit Ctrl+D. Then, you’ll see that your desk is blank. To decorate your desk, click the option “Customize.” This will open up a panel with various items you can add to your workspace, mainly a desk, chair, computer, and rug.

Choose Your Items

You may also add additional objects to your custom desk in Gather Town via Build and Mapmaker. It’s like opening a treasure chest full of creative possibilities. Browse through the available objects—plants, photos, books, and more. Gather Town lets you add whatever you want. Got a stack of books because you’re a bookworm? Or maybe a coffee cup to show off your caffeine love? Whatever you’re into, you can find something that fits.

Add Custom Images

If the default options aren’t enough, you can take things a step further by uploading your own images. This is where you can truly make your custom desk in Gather Town one-of-a-kind. Maybe you want to display a picture of your pet, your favorite travel destination, or a piece of art that inspires you. The possibilities are endless. Simply upload the image and place it wherever you like in Gather Town.

Arrange Your Space

Once you’ve chosen your items, you can drag and drop them onto your custom desk in Gather Town. Move them around and place them exactly where you want them. This is your Gather Town space, so customize your desk as you please. Like this time, I want to showcase my hobby of gaming, so I chose a desk, chair, computer, and rug related to games, technology, and sophistication. I also picked bright colors, like light blue and shocking pink. You can see the difference from the other desks around that are still blank, right?

Save Your Setup

After decorating your desk, simply save your setup. Now, whenever someone visits your custom desk in Gather Town, they’ll see your personalized space.

Just a head’s up, KISS your desk! Not literally kissing. I mean KISS — Keep It Still Simple. Don’t put too many items on your custom desk in Gather Town. A few well-placed objects can make a stronger impression. And, just like in real life, it’s nice to change things up every once in a while. Rotate your decorations or add something new when you feel like refreshing your Gather Town space.

However, decorating your custom desk in Gather Town isn’t just about making it look good — it can also boost your motivation and productivity. When you create a space that reflects your personality and interests, it becomes a place where you actually want to spend time. Adding items that inspire you or make you smile can turn your desk into a more energizing environment. You can find 5 awesome inspirations for your desk in Gather Town here. After all, once again, “You are what you put on your desk!”