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Elegant Library
Elegant Library
Jane Antonacci Interior DesignJane Antonacci Interior Design
Black painted shelves created a dramatic library for rare books. Rose gold sconces and chandelier add elegance. Wallpaper in a Moorish design accents the ceiling. Black shelves and white furniture make the room striking and luxurious.
Bondi Palm Springs Apartment
Bondi Palm Springs Apartment
KCreative InteriorsKCreative Interiors
Palm Springs Vibe with transitional spaces. This project required bespoke open shelving, office nook and extra seating at the existing kitchen island. This relaxed, I never want to leave home because its so fabulous vibe continues out onto the balcony where the homeowners can relax or entertain with the breathtaking Bondi Valley and Ocean view. The joinery is seamless and minimal in design to balance out the Palm Springs fabulousness. All joinery was designed by KCreative Interiors and custom made at Swadlings Timber and Hardware Timber Finish: American Oak
The Reserve on the Erie Canal--Loft Condos-Mid-size - Study/Office
The Reserve on the Erie Canal--Loft Condos-Mid-size - Study/Office
CastleView 3D RenderingsCastleView 3D Renderings
Decor, 3D model, and renderings by Kathleen Moore, CastleView 3D.
Inspiration for a small world-inspired study in New York with beige walls, no fireplace and a built-in desk.
ECO-HOUSE AWARD 2019最優秀賞作品
ECO-HOUSE AWARD 2019最優秀賞作品
フォトオフィスフォルテフォトオフィスフォルテ
設計施工：空設計工房 photo takahiro Kawanami
Design ideas for a small world-inspired home office in Fukuoka with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a built-in desk and brown floors.
Délimiter un espace bureau dans une chambre d'amis
Délimiter un espace bureau dans une chambre d'amis
Esprit RivieraEsprit Riviera
Le contraste entre le bois noir du bureau et son l'environnement végétal dans lequel il s'inscrit créé un équilibre parfait entre l'élégance et la légèreté.
BEAT HOUSE
BEAT HOUSE
ＫＡＺ建築研究室ＫＡＺ建築研究室
家族のワークスペース　photo by KAZ
Design ideas for a small world-inspired home office in Other with concrete flooring and a built-in desk.
床座の家
床座の家
UserUser
Photo of a small world-inspired home office in Other with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a built-in desk and brown floors.
アジアン ホームオフィス・書斎
アジアン ホームオフィス・書斎
Small world-inspired home office in Other with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a built-in desk and brown floors.
Paris - Tiny House Wabi-sabi sur les toits de Paris
Paris - Tiny House Wabi-sabi sur les toits de Paris
Projet Wabi-sabiProjet Wabi-sabi
Projet de Tiny House sur les toits de Paris, avec 17m² pour 4 !
Photo of a small world-inspired home studio in Paris with concrete flooring, a built-in desk, white floors, a wood ceiling and wood walls.
New Jersey Designer Showhouse-alcove
New Jersey Designer Showhouse-alcove
Robin LaMonte/Rooms RevampedRobin LaMonte/Rooms Revamped
wing wong photo This closet was part of a home office for the Mansion in May 2012 Designer Show House. Showing another way to use a space.
Small world-inspired home office in New York with beige walls, a freestanding desk and medium hardwood flooring.
仏間プロジェクト
仏間プロジェクト
野口修＋DAT／都市環境研究室野口修＋DAT／都市環境研究室
仏壇スペース斜め正面。 完成初期の状態。仏壇の前にはガラステーブルを置き、手斧がけによる凸凹の影響で仏具が不安定にならないようにした仏壇にも台座が準備されている
Small world-inspired study in Yokohama with tatami flooring, no fireplace, green floors, wallpapered walls, yellow walls and a coffered ceiling.
階段途中から入る書斎
階段途中から入る書斎
アンドウ・アトリエアンドウ・アトリエ
This is an example of a small world-inspired study in Other with brown walls, light hardwood flooring and a built-in desk.
方形の家
方形の家
環境デザイン・アトリエ／一級建築士事務所環境デザイン・アトリエ／一級建築士事務所
Photo：前嶋 正
Inspiration for a small world-inspired study in Yokohama with white walls, tatami flooring and beige floors.
Classical Asian
Classical Asian
MGLM ArchitectsMGLM Architects
Chinoiserie sitting room with murals on the ceiling and walls. Bill Meyer Photography
Inspiration for a small world-inspired home office in Chicago with dark hardwood flooring and no fireplace.
巾はぎ材（フリーボード）
巾はぎ材（フリーボード）
チャネルオリジナル株式会社チャネルオリジナル株式会社
チャネルオリジナル株式会社
Photo of a small world-inspired home office in Yokohama with brown walls, medium hardwood flooring, a built-in desk and brown floors.
2003-2016 CMI Projects
2003-2016 CMI Projects
Cristina Mullins InteriorsCristina Mullins Interiors
Photo of a small world-inspired study in DC Metro with green walls, light hardwood flooring and a freestanding desk.
Japanese Reading Room
Japanese Reading Room
MGLM ArchitectsMGLM Architects
This is an example of a small world-inspired study in Chicago with green walls, light hardwood flooring, no fireplace and a built-in desk.
アウトドア好きご家族のマンションリノベーション。
アウトドア好きご家族のマンションリノベーション。
reno-cube（リノキューブ）reno-cube（リノキューブ）
IN and OUT
Small world-inspired study in Nagoya with a built-in desk, white walls and medium hardwood flooring.
Kapalua Textures
Kapalua Textures
Rick Ryniak ArchitectsRick Ryniak Architects
Inspiration for a small world-inspired study in Hawaii with no fireplace, a built-in desk and medium hardwood flooring.
多肥上町モデルハウス
多肥上町モデルハウス
かがわの家.comかがわの家.com
Photo By. かがわの家.com
Photo of a small world-inspired home office in Other with white walls, tatami flooring, a built-in desk and green floors.

Small World-Inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired home library?

If the stuffiness of home office desks, swivel chairs and filing cabinets is too much for you, a world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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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