Modern office with built in shelves, hardwood floors and wood beams.
Arts and crafts home office in Chicago with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, brown floor and exposed beam.

Seattle Custom Home 1

Shuler Architecture

Completed in 2019, this is a home we completed for client who initially engaged us to remodeled their 100 year old classic craftsman bungalow on Seattle’s Queen Anne Hill. During our initial conversation, it became readily apparent that their program was much larger than a remodel could accomplish and the conversation quickly turned toward the design of a new structure that could accommodate a growing family, a live-in Nanny, a variety of entertainment options and an enclosed garage – all squeezed onto a compact urban corner lot. Project entitlement took almost a year as the house size dictated that we take advantage of several exceptions in Seattle’s complex zoning code. After several meetings with city planning officials, we finally prevailed in our arguments and ultimately designed a 4 story, 3800 sf house on a 2700 sf lot. The finished product is light and airy with a large, open plan and exposed beams on the main level, 5 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, 2 powder rooms, 2 fireplaces, 4 climate zones, a huge basement with a home theatre, guest suite, climbing gym, and an underground tavern/wine cellar/man cave. The kitchen has a large island, a walk-in pantry, a small breakfast area and access to a large deck. All of this program is capped by a rooftop deck with expansive views of Seattle’s urban landscape and Lake Union. Unfortunately for our clients, a job relocation to Southern California forced a sale of their dream home a little more than a year after they settled in after a year project. The good news is that in Seattle’s tight housing market, in less than a week they received several full price offers with escalator clauses which allowed them to turn a nice profit on the deal.

High Ridge, NH (5624)

Timberpeg

Inspiration for a large arts and crafts home office in Other with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and exposed beam.

リビング脇の書斎スペース

株式会社モスハウス田端

リビングの一角に設けたファミリーライブラリー。袖壁と垂れ壁で緩く仕切られた空間は、視線を遮られるだけで思った以上に籠れます。玄関からリビングに入ったときに視線に入らないので、雑然と見えてしまいがちなパソコン、書籍関係をまとめて置くのにもぴったりです。
This is an example of an arts and crafts study room in Other with white walls, light hardwood floors, a built-in desk and exposed beam.

Garden room designed for RHS Chelsea Flower Show

Sarah J Hatherill

Bespoke wallpaper designed for the garden room.
This is an example of a mid-sized arts and crafts study room in London with beige walls, bamboo floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk, blue floor, exposed beam and wallpaper.

Misc Renovations

cedar street builders

This is an example of an arts and crafts home office in Indianapolis with white walls, concrete floors, grey floor and exposed beam.

スタデイースペース

家づくり工房

リビングの先にあるスタデイールーム。子供たちのスペースです。
This is an example of an arts and crafts study room in Other with medium hardwood floors, a wood stove, a brick fireplace surround, a built-in desk and exposed beam.

High Ridge, NH (5624)

Timberpeg

Large arts and crafts home office in Burlington with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and exposed beam.

リビング脇の書斎スペース

株式会社モスハウス田端

リビングの一角に設えた書斎コーナー。書棚の下には奥行きのあるカウンターを造り付け。カウンター下にはパソコンプリンターやルンバの充電基地も設置しました。緩く空間をしきるたれかべには丸みをもたせ優しく可愛らしい雰囲気を醸し出しています。
Mid-sized arts and crafts home office in Other with a library, white walls, a built-in desk and exposed beam.

Arts and Crafts Home Office Design Ideas with Exposed Beam

A home office has many uses and isn’t a mere luxury anymore. You might work from home, or bring work home, or you might just need a place to go through bills, mail or store important paperwork. Kids can use a home office to do their homework, or quietly play a game online. Browse the photos on Houzz for arts and crafts home office ideas and inspiration, and strike up a conversation with the architect or designer or your favourite picks. For more home office ideas, check out the Stories section.

How much office storage do I need?

To ensure your arts and crafts home office or study room isn’t buried under a deluge of paperwork, books and supplies, incorporate plenty of shelves, cabinets and drawers. Floating or built-in shelves with cubbies can stock books and magazine holders; or for a more traditional look, make room for a large bookcase that fits in with the decor of your home. Invest in a filing cabinet to store paperwork, and opt for a lockable filing cabinet if you have sensitive documents. A tray organiser can store incoming mail and will help prioritise bills. The type of desk you choose is also key to keeping things organised. Look for desks with deep drawers and plenty of surface space, and add tray organisers to the drawers to keep track of staples like pens, pencils, highlighters and sticky tape. If you want a streamlined look, find a way to conceal any computer cables or wires, too. One solution is to install a false back on your desk, if it doesn’t already have one.

How do I choose an office desk and chair?

If you spend long hours hunched over your work desk at home, invest in ergonomic office chairs with wheels for better back health and comfort. Consider optimal lumbar support with flexibility in adjusting handles and back angle. Most rolling office chairs come upholstered, typically in leather, but that’s no reason why you can’t have one custom-made to suit your arts and crafts home decor. When picking out your work desk, be sure to consider its overall function. If you work from home and hold meetings, pick an oversized, sturdy desk that is double-sided (can be accessed from both sides). You’ll want it to look professional, so opt for dark timbers over high-shine finishes. It’s also a good idea to create a separate study desk for the kids, so homework doesn’t go missing among your files. If your home office is for the whole family a two-person desk or built-in long work bench are more suitable. Where space is tight, look for a retractable computer desk, or utilise an awkward corner with a corner desk.

What arts and crafts home office decor will encourage productivity?

Use your walls for to-do lists: hang a pegboard and paint it in your favourite colour or be adventurous with chalkboard paint and whiteboard panels. Bulletin boards that keep the whole family in order are an extra feature that always come in handy. Use your stationery and office accessories – think pencil cups, paper trays and magazine holders – to add colour and pattern, and desk lamps, clocks, maps and calendars to personalise the space. Above all else, aim for ease of use.