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Home Office with a Freestanding Desk Ideas and Designs

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Warrick Residence
Warrick Residence
Clark and Clark InteriorsClark and Clark Interiors
Photography by Dustin Peck Photography
Design ideas for a home office in Charlotte with beige walls, a freestanding desk and dark hardwood flooring.
Baltimore Condo Loft
Baltimore Condo Loft
Mclean & Tircuit DesignsMclean & Tircuit Designs
Contemporary Condominium Loft Photographer, D. Randolph Foulds
Design ideas for a small industrial study in DC Metro with grey walls, light hardwood flooring, a freestanding desk, no fireplace and brown floors.
My home
My home
Apartment ApothecaryApartment Apothecary
Photograph by KatharinePeachey.co.uk
Photo of a scandi craft room in London with white walls, painted wood flooring and a freestanding desk.
Modern Farmhouse
Modern Farmhouse
Karen Kempf InteriorsKaren Kempf Interiors
A farmhouse style was achieved in this new construction home by keeping the details clean and simple. Shaker style cabinets and square stair parts moldings set the backdrop for incorporating our clients’ love of Asian antiques. We had fun re-purposing the different pieces she already had: two were made into bathroom vanities; and the turquoise console became the star of the house, welcoming visitors as they walk through the front door.
A Map for Sharon's Pink Office
A Map for Sharon's Pink Office
Laqfoil Ltd.Laqfoil Ltd.
We installed this printed stretched ceiling for Sharon in summer 2013, featuring a map drawn in 1689 by Gerard van Schagen, an Amsterdam cartographer. Even within the context of 15th century cartography, van Shagen’s work is considered outstanding to this day, this particular map having been widely reproduced.
Transitional Home Office
Transitional Home Office
This is an example of a traditional home office in San Francisco with grey walls, dark hardwood flooring and a freestanding 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
Potomac Estate Traditional Design & Build
Potomac Estate Traditional Design & Build
Haleh Design Inc.Haleh Design Inc.
The library was handcrafted in Italy. Photo: Gordon Beall
Photo of a large classic home office in DC Metro with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.
Sitting Rooms
Sitting Rooms
Chéz Beau DesignsChéz Beau Designs
Traditional White Re-purpose Desk. Medium Tone Hardwood Flooring. Gold Tone Whimsical Lighting. Walls- Wiliow Tree - Sherwin Williams. Photograher-Jason Jones
Southlake Transitional
Southlake Transitional
Simmons Estate HomesSimmons Estate Homes
Traditional home office in Dallas with dark hardwood flooring and a freestanding desk.
Contemporary Home
Contemporary Home
Patrick Widing Custom HomesPatrick Widing Custom Homes
This is an example of a large contemporary home office in Detroit with a reading nook, black walls, light hardwood flooring, no fireplace and a freestanding desk.
TriBeCa Loft
TriBeCa Loft
Nexus DesignsNexus Designs
Jonny Valiant
This is an example of a large contemporary study in New York with white walls, medium hardwood flooring and a freestanding desk.
A Junk Room Turned Craft Room
A Junk Room Turned Craft Room
House NerdHouse Nerd
With the advice of my interior designer friend Nelly Reffet of Twinkle and Whistle, I turned this space into a much nicer and more organised room to work. One of the first things Nelly advised me to do was paint the Antique White walls Vivid White and change the cedar blinds for linen curtains. I could not believe the difference this made in making the room seem brighter and lighter. As I was on a very tight budget for this room, Nelly suggested utilising a piece of furniture I already had in the house - the IKEA Expedit - for storage. Having one large piece of furniture for storage rather than several smaller ones has freed up the space enormously. It also provides loads of storage with its deep shelves. The containers in it are all thrifted, found on the side of the road or from secondhand markets. I used a mix of cane baskets, wooden boxes and an unused draw to hide more unsightly odds and ends and make it overall look much more neat and tidy. Photo Heather Robbins of Red Images Fine Photography
Henderson Road Farmhouse
Henderson Road Farmhouse
Ty Evans, Windermere Real Estate/BI, Inc.Ty Evans, Windermere Real Estate/BI, Inc.
Vista Estate Imaging
Photo of a farmhouse study in Seattle with medium hardwood flooring and a freestanding desk.
Reclaimed Oak Wide Plank & Chevron Pattern
Reclaimed Oak Wide Plank & Chevron Pattern
KB's Hardwood FloorsKB's Hardwood Floors
Photo of a small rustic study in Orange County with grey walls, medium hardwood flooring, no fireplace and a freestanding desk.
P+P Home
P+P Home
Spry ArchitectureSpry Architecture
Home Office in the P+P Home
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary home office in Phoenix with white walls, concrete flooring and a freestanding desk.
Our Homes - Interiors
Our Homes - Interiors
The Berman Building Co.The Berman Building Co.
Design ideas for a classic home office in Other with carpet, a corner fireplace, a freestanding desk and a reading nook.
Fulshear Traditional Home Office
Fulshear Traditional Home Office
Marker Girl HomeMarker Girl Home
This home office is traditional intended for him and has old family photos to add that personal touch. The cabinetry was white and built-in with a marble top. Benjamin Moore Color from their Classic Colors Collection 244 Strathmore Manor wall color
Custom Home
Custom Home
Smarthaus + Wexler/Kollman P.C., Ltd.Smarthaus + Wexler/Kollman P.C., Ltd.
Reminiscent of a villa in south of France, this Old World yet still sophisticated home are what the client had dreamed of. The home was newly built to the client’s specifications. The wood tone kitchen cabinets are made of butternut wood, instantly warming the atmosphere. The perimeter and island cabinets are painted and captivating against the limestone counter tops. A custom steel hammered hood and Apex wood flooring (Downers Grove, IL) bring this room to an artful balance.
Home Office with Hidden Guest Bed
Home Office with Hidden Guest Bed
Eye 4 DetailEye 4 Detail
Design ideas for a contemporary home office in Ottawa with beige walls, medium hardwood flooring and a freestanding desk.

Home Office with a Freestanding Desk 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.
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