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Stone Waterfront in Greenwich, CT
Stone Waterfront in Greenwich, CT
JBMP Architecture and Interior DesignJBMP Architecture and Interior Design
Design ideas for a classic study in New York with green walls, dark hardwood flooring and a freestanding desk.
High-End Home Office
High-End Home Office
MasterWorks Custom Cabinets, LLCMasterWorks Custom Cabinets, LLC
Study/Library in beautiful Sepele Mahogany, raised panel doors, true raised panel wall treatment, coffered ceiling.
Photo of a medium sized classic home office in Raleigh with medium hardwood flooring, no fireplace, a freestanding desk, a reading nook and brown walls.
Russian River Studio
Russian River Studio
Cathy Schwabe ArchitectureCathy Schwabe Architecture
South east end of studio space with doors to work spaces open. Cathy Schwabe Architecture. Photograph by David Wakely.
Inspiration for a contemporary home office in San Francisco with concrete flooring and grey floors.
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Maison Noir
Maison Noir
CM Natural DesignsCM Natural Designs
This builder-house was purchased by a young couple with high taste and style. In order to personalize and elevate it, each room was given special attention down to the smallest details. Inspiration was gathered from multiple European influences, especially French style. The outcome was a home that makes you never want to leave.
South End Condominium
South End Condominium
LDa Architecture & InteriorsLDa Architecture & Interiors
Interiors: LDa Architecture & Interiors Contractor: Dave Cohen of Hampden Design Photography: Sean Litchfield
Photo of a classic study in Boston with beige walls, carpet and a freestanding desk.
Sea Cliff SF
Sea Cliff SF
Tamalpais Construction CompanyTamalpais Construction Company
Design ideas for a contemporary home office in San Francisco with beige walls, medium hardwood flooring and a freestanding desk.
UPPER EAST SIDE - Totally Tailored Urban Oasis
UPPER EAST SIDE - Totally Tailored Urban Oasis
Celia Berliner Design, LLCCelia Berliner Design, LLC
Photo by: Becket Logan
This is an example of a contemporary home office in New York with a built-in desk and beige floors.
7th Avenue Parkway Contemporary Remodel
7th Avenue Parkway Contemporary Remodel
GRUBER HOME REMODELINGGRUBER HOME REMODELING
A comfortable study with sliding doors leading into adjacent living room
Photo of a contemporary home office in Denver with blue walls, dark hardwood flooring and a freestanding desk.
Desk
Desk
Emerick ArchitectsEmerick Architects
A pair of large windows are framed by a built-in wood desk flanked by open shelves. The desk area is conveniently located off the kitchen and provides a lovely view to the garden.
Parkview
Parkview
Warmington & NorthWarmington & North
Custom cabinetry by Warmington & North Architect: Hoedemaker Pfeiffer Photography: Haris Kenjar
Classic home office in Seattle with a reading nook, a standard fireplace and a freestanding desk.
Doheny Penthouse Renovation
Doheny Penthouse Renovation
Tim Barber ArchitectsTim Barber Architects
Photography by Laura Hull.
Photo of a small classic home office in Los Angeles with blue walls, dark hardwood flooring and a freestanding desk.
Mill Valley Cottage to Home Transformation
Mill Valley Cottage to Home Transformation
Jetton Construction, Inc.Jetton Construction, Inc.
This property was transformed from an 1870s YMCA summer camp into an eclectic family home, built to last for generations. Space was made for a growing family by excavating the slope beneath and raising the ceilings above. Every new detail was made to look vintage, retaining the core essence of the site, while state of the art whole house systems ensure that it functions like 21st century home. This home was featured on the cover of ELLE Décor Magazine in April 2016. G.P. Schafer, Architect Rita Konig, Interior Designer Chambers & Chambers, Local Architect Frederika Moller, Landscape Architect Eric Piasecki, Photographer
Филлиповский
Филлиповский
Наташа ТкачукНаташа Ткачук
Design ideas for a contemporary study in Moscow with blue walls, light hardwood flooring and a freestanding desk.
Elizabeth Kitchen
Elizabeth Kitchen
Paragon KitchensParagon Kitchens
Inspiration for a traditional study in Toronto with grey walls, medium hardwood flooring and a built-in desk.
Exeter Village Renovation
Exeter Village Renovation
Timothy M. Giguere, AIA - TMS ArchitectsTimothy M. Giguere, AIA - TMS Architects
Architecture by TMS Architects Photo Credit: Rob Karosis
Design ideas for a traditional study in Boston with beige walls, light hardwood flooring and a built-in desk.
Des Peres Study Room
Des Peres Study Room
Gateway Interior Design, Inc.Gateway Interior Design, Inc.
Design ideas for a traditional home office in St Louis with grey walls, carpet and a built-in desk.
LAKE SHORE DRIVE RESIDENCE
LAKE SHORE DRIVE RESIDENCE
Gibbons, Fortman & Associates, Ltd.Gibbons, Fortman & Associates, Ltd.
A rich look is played out in lush fabrics in the inviting library which has built in bookcases on either side and an Agra rug from the early 20th Century. Photography by Tony Soluri
Heath Cottage office space
Heath Cottage office space
UserUser
Bespoke office in Scandinavian inspired cottage renovation in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. White painted timber lining and floor. Copyright Nigel Rigden
Design ideas for a scandinavian home office in Other with white walls, a built-in desk and white floors.
Platte Park 2101
Platte Park 2101
Duet Design GroupDuet Design Group
Inspiration for a classic home office in Denver with medium hardwood flooring and a built-in desk.

Home Office Ideas and Designs

Whether you work from home or need a study space to get things done out of hours, finding room in the house for a home office makes for a valuable addition to many homes. Having a home office can seem like the best of both worlds, but it’s important to keep in mind that this should be a productive space that keeps out the many distractions of home. You may not have the luxury of a dedicated room to turn into your office room or home library, so choose your space wisely to ensure privacy and adequate storage. A carefully designed corner in your living room or an alcove can be made into a productive and stylish study space. Your home office furniture with the desk in the centre of your design, needs to include both work surface space and storage ideas – never underestimate how quickly a computer desk can become cluttered with stationery and box files.

How do I find home office ideas?

For any basic home office or study set up there are just two essential office furniture items: desks and seating. If you will be a frequent home worker then you will also want to invest in nice desk lighting, filing cabinets or bookcases. Desks need to be large enough to accommodate all the tools of your trade. The material your desk is made from will set the tone for your home office design, whether you opt for glass, traditional teak, luxurious mahogany or affordable pine. Investing in a good quality task chair is imperative for the office – there are some great ergonomic chairs at every price level that will help to compensate for our modern, computer-bound lifestyles. If you have room for an office chair other than your computer chair, choose something comfortable but still supportive for when you need a break from your desk. Ideas that include a nice bookcase design and wall shelves mean your study can double as a home library. For a truly luxurious home office you could consider fitted office furniture which will maximise the space you have and create a permanent space in your home dedicated to work.

How to find ideas for my home office decor?

The right ambience will make your home office a place you enjoy spending time without taking away your focus. Choose a colour scheme that encourages productivity for you – that may be a palette that is calming and restful, or you might feel more inspired by bright invigorating colours and graphic prints. When decorating the walls, look out for items that create the right studious vibe for the room. Wall maps, pinboards that can serve as mood or inspiration boards, and world clocks can all be great options when considering office design ideas. Practical necessities like desk lamps needn’t be unattractive – there a range of stunning designer lamps available. After all your hard work to make this a productive space, clutter can be very distracting so limit the items on your home office desk to a couple of your favourite photographs and perhaps a trinket or two to stimulate the mind. Papers and office supplies should be tucked away, so keep the space tidy and maintain your office as a calm work space that promotes focus – all the better to see your lovely decor with.

How do I setup a home office in a small room?

A home office doesn’t have to mean a separate room – the nature of working from home involves compartmentalisation, so apply this concept practically to your space. Even a small space, if sectioned off properly, can be transformed into a great workstation or study area. Unused nooks are the perfect places to fit your study in a small room – place a desk and chair under some floating shelves. Even under-utilised fitted wardrobes can make an innovative makeshift home office desk space with built-in storage. If the room you have can’t accommodate a full set of office furniture, opt for versatile options such as home office desks with built-in drawers or storage benches. If you use a laptop instead of a desktop PC, you may even consider a folding table that can be simply tidied away when you’re done working or studying. Alternatively, you may want to leave the house altogether – garden offices, either purpose-built or converted from sheds, are increasingly popular as a tranquil space away from the chaos of home life. If it was good enough for Roald Dahl, it’s certainly good enough for us.

How do I create a home library?

If the stuffiness of home office desks, swivel chairs and filing cabinets is too much for you, a library space may be more your thing when it comes to study, work or even relaxation. Libraries are peaceful and quiet places, and with careful consideration you can recreate this in an area of your home. Books are obviously going to feature heavily in your home library design, and you’ll need a place to store them. A bookcase or nice shelving can create room dividers if you don’t have a whole room to dedicate to a home library, and the benefit of bookcases is that they are movable – you don’t have to stick with one layout it it’s not working. If you don’t want to take up space, shelves hung on the walls will work just as well, and if you really want that authentic library feel then you’ll have to go with built in bookshelves that stretch from floor to ceiling. Next all you need is a comfy chair in amongst the books or a desk if you plan to do work or study from your library. Remember that library areas can be slotted in all around the home – under the stairs, in a corner of your living room or kitchen, as a mezzanine or in a small spare room.
British Chic
British Chic
Soucie Horner, Ltd.Soucie Horner, Ltd.
Photos by Tony Murray
Design ideas for a traditional study in London with a built-in desk and carpet.
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