A relaxing reading corner in the second study in this house.
Inspiration for a large contemporary home office in Wiltshire with green walls, a standard fireplace, medium hardwood floors, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and wallpaper.

Como by Design Interiors Showhouse

Camilla Molders Design

Camilla Molders Design was invited to participate in Como By Design - the first Interior Showhouse in Australia in 18 years. Como by Design saw 24 interior designers temporarily reimagined the interior of the historic Como House in South Yarra for 3 days in October. As a national trust house, the original fabric of the house was to remain intact and returned to the original state after the exhibition. Our design worked along side exisiting some antique pieces such as a mirror, bookshelf, chandelier and the original pink carpet. Add some colour to the walls and furnishings in the room that were all custom designed by Camilla Molders Design including the chairs, rug, screen and desk - made for a cosy and welcoming sitting room. it is a little to sad to think this lovely cosy room only existed for 1 week!

Tivoli Office Collection

ITALIA FURNITURE

Design ideas for a large contemporary study room in Atlanta with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and black floor.

VIRGINIA BEACH RESIDENCE

grade

With this 10,000 sq. ft. private residence, located in Virginia's stunning coastline, GRADE's objective was to tailor spaces to suit the client family's daily activities and contemporary lifestyle. Completed in 2009, the house's broad elevation and beautiful natural surroundings complement its bright, classic exterior. Indoors, spaces are equally airy, with the house's cross-axial layout giving way to distinct spaces that are also visually accessible to each other - allowing the family to engage in separate activities while simultaneously providing a sense of connectivity and togetherness. The interiors mark a departure in style due to formal elements presented by the architectural layout, classic molding and regal exposed framework.

Création d'un bureau à domicile pour télétravail

PK intérieur

Création d'un espace bureau à domicile pour télétravail avec rangements et bibliothèque.
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary study room in Lyon with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, beige floor and a freestanding desk.

Modern Shoreline Colonial

Wadia Associates

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary study room in New York with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and brown floor.

Walsh Project

Pacific Peninsula Group

Designed and built by Pacific Peninsula Group. Handsome Home Office with fireplace and hillside views. Photography by Dave Edwards.
This is an example of a contemporary home office in San Francisco with medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a freestanding desk.

Designer Special

James Patrick Walters

The home office is defined by an oversized desk custom fabricated in macassar ebony and two Eames aluminum executive chairs.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary study room in San Diego with green walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a freestanding desk.

Tivoli Office Collection

ITALIA FURNITURE

Medium sized desk with return and small cabinet with drawers.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary home office in Atlanta with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, grey floor, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.

Custom Luxury Home Office Design

Carino Design Group

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary home office in Toronto with a library, white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Hermitage Final Collection

Brooke Kelly Design Studio

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary home office in Other with dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk, brown floor and brown walls.

Whiteacres House

Create Perfect

This large victorian home office is great for relaxing as well as working. With leather furniture and wooden side tables, this room is perfect for meetings with a wall-mounted TV. The bookcase is full wall - floor to ceiling and painted the same colour as the walls. Brass elements throughout give a warm touch to the cooler colour scheme.

Penthouse with a View

Wiedemann Architects LLC

A modern oak-paneled library accommodates their extensive book collection. Anice Hoachlander, Hoachlander Davis Photography, LLC
Large contemporary study room in DC Metro with dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a freestanding desk, brown walls, a metal fireplace surround and brown floor.

Cherry Hills Country Club

Pruett & Co.

Design ideas for a large contemporary home office in Denver with a library, white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a built-in desk, grey floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Spoleto Project

Houck Construction Inc.

Photo of a large contemporary study room in Los Angeles with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a freestanding desk, a tile fireplace surround and brown floor.

Vail River house

Judge + Associates

This is an example of a contemporary home office in Denver with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a freestanding desk.

Grogans Mill Contemporary

Brickmoon Design

Photo of a contemporary study room in Houston with a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and exposed beam.

Fireplaces

Pen Woodworking

Photo of a large contemporary study room in Toronto with dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and beige walls.

A Bespoke Bedroom With Home Office Furniture By Burlanes

burlanes interiors

Our brief was to design, create and install bespoke, handmade bedroom storage solutions and home office furniture, in two children's bedrooms in a Sevenoaks family home. As parents, the homeowners wanted to create a calm and serene space in which their sons could do their studies, and provide a quiet place to concentrate away from the distractions and disruptions of family life.

Sustainable Cliffside Living

JAQUE

built in shelves, built in storage, faux finish, glass doors, leather chairs, recliner chairs, round rug, sliding doors, sloped ceiling, tv above fireplace, wall mount tv, yellow reclining chairs, © PURE Design Environments Inc.

Contemporary Home Office Design Ideas with a Standard Fireplace

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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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.