Bright kitchen with a navy island, white cabinetry, patterned backsplash, and brass pendant lights.

Video Conference Backgrounds You Can Use On Your Next Virtual Meeting

Having a work from home option is a huge advantage during this pandemic, especially since stay-at-home or shelter-in-place orders are still being enforced. This is why video conferencing and online meetings among companies are now the new norm. If you're one of those who have such a set-up but feels like your home still needs some TLC and it’s not cut out for formal meetings, we’ve come up with a collection of modern homes and scenic locations you can use on your next Zoom meeting.

These video backgrounds are perfect if you’re already tired of Zoom’s pre-set options—like the generic outer space scene and the Golden Gate Bridge—or if you just want to try something new and fun. Give these backgrounds a go and transform your home or location instantly! With all the fears and anxiety surrounding us now, a little levity could go a long way especially when we’re connecting with others!

How to Change Your Background on Zoom:

Choose your favorite background photos and save them to your desktop. Then, on Zoom, click Account Settings. Navigate to the Virtual Background option on the Meeting tab and verify that the setting is enabled. Click “Virtual Background” then press the plus sign to upload the photo of your choice. It will show up as the mirror image, but you can choose to turn it off if you'd like. These scenes look pretty realistic (just don’t move around too quickly!) and will add some fun during those virtual meet-ups.

Home Office/Workspace:

Home office with a wooden desk, record wall decor, patterned bookshelf, and leafy plants.

Styled home office with a white desk, molded chair, potted plants, and a macramé hanging chair.

Living Room:

Bright living room with a cream sofa, open shelving, and dining area beside a large window.

Modern living room with a large sectional, courtyard-facing windows, and a dark tiled fireplace.

Bedroom:

Bedroom with a bed against a deep teal wall, pale wood furniture, and indoor plants.

Modern bedroom with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking an autumn-colored city.

Kitchen:

Bright kitchen with a large granite-topped island, wooden stools, and glass doors opening to a lawn.

Kitchen with navy cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a large wood-topped island.

Mini Library:

Furnished study with a book-filled shelving unit, wooden chair, tripod lamp, and sheer-curtained window.

Dark wooden bookshelves filled with old books and a few framed pictures.

For Your Virtual Hangouts and Full-on Zoom Parties:

In this time of social distancing, work isn't the only thing we’re using Zoom for. It’s also best for your group hangouts, online parties, virtual happy hours, and more! So download these party-ready backgrounds and have fun while catching up with your loved ones and friends.

If you're dreaming of your own outdoor space someday, why not try it out now! Pretend you’re sitting on a rattan chair or relaxing in a hammock as your work day ends.

Outdoor deck with white-cushioned seating, wooden furniture, and a leafy privacy hedge.

Garden deck lounge with wicker seating, a patterned ottoman, and a hanging hammock chair.

For when you're missing the sand on your toes:

Covered terrace with wicker seating, a lit outdoor fireplace, and ocean views at dusk.

Oceanfront patio with wicker seating, striped lounge chairs, and a view of the beach.

Pretend you're sitting in one of those lounge chairs with a cocktail ready!

Outdoor pool with curved turquoise water, shaded lounge chairs, and tropical landscaping.

Backyard pool beside a shaded patio with outdoor dining furniture and tropical landscaping.

Defeat cabin fever with these rustic but cozy cabin home interiors.

Log cabin kitchen and dining area with exposed timber beams, island seating, and a staircase to the loft.

Rustic log-home great room with a towering stone fireplace, timber beams, and loft railing.

Reminisce about those weekend brunches at your favorite coffee shop, or pretend you're mixing your own drinks at an industrial-style bar.

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