First impression count as you enter this custom-built Horizon Homes property at Kellyville. The home opens into a stylish entryway, with soaring double height ceilings. It’s often said that the kitchen is the heart of the home. And that’s literally true with this home. With the kitchen in the centre of the ground floor, this home provides ample formal and informal living spaces on the ground floor. At the rear of the house, a rumpus room, living room and dining room overlooking a large alfresco kitchen and dining area make this house the perfect entertainer. It’s functional, too, with a butler’s pantry, and laundry (with outdoor access) leading off the kitchen. There’s also a mudroom – with bespoke joinery – next to the garage. Upstairs is a mezzanine office area and four bedrooms, including a luxurious main suite with dressing room, ensuite and private balcony. Outdoor areas were important to the owners of this knockdown rebuild. While the house is large at almost 454m2, it fills only half the block. That means there’s a generous backyard. A central courtyard provides further outdoor space. Of course, this courtyard – as well as being a gorgeous focal point – has the added advantage of bringing light into the centre of the house.

Hindley & Co - Study and reading nook

Hindley & Co Architecture & Interior Design

A study nook and a reading nook make the most f a black wall in the compact living area
Mid-sized contemporary study room in Melbourne with blue walls, light hardwood floors, a built-in desk, beige floor and wood.

Wheelers Hill home

Jasmine McClelland Design

Working from home looks perfect.
Design ideas for a small contemporary home office in Melbourne with light hardwood floors, a built-in desk and beige floor.

Valia

Daniela Fulford Photography

Photo of a contemporary home office in Melbourne with white walls, light hardwood floors, a built-in desk and beige floor.

Rénovation d'une Maison Parisienne

Lagom architectes

This is an example of a large contemporary home office in Paris with a library, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, a built-in desk and beige floor.

Clean Contemporary Custom Home

Charleston Building and Development

Photo by Stoffer Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary home office in Chicago with grey walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk and beige floor.

Built-In Study Nook

Woodways

This Woodways designed study nook includes a custom built desk area with built in storage and counter top. Photo Credit: Gabe Fahlen with Birch Tree Designs

Кабинет

Екатерина и Андрей Санниковы | Scandinavi

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary study room in Other with beige walls, vinyl floors, no fireplace, a built-in desk, beige floor, wallpaper and wallpaper.

Апартаменты в "Москва-Сити"

Maxim Maximov

Кабинет со стеллажом благородного винного цвета и встроенным письменным столом
Mid-sized contemporary study room in Saint Petersburg with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a built-in desk and beige floor.

Wooded Home Renovation Overlooking Lake in Salisbury, CT | Twin Lakes Renovation

UCE Fine Builders

Large contemporary study room in Bridgeport with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and beige floor.

Home Office with a Murphy Bed

Artisan Custom Closets

A Lawrenceville, Georgia client living in a 2-bedroom townhome wanted to create a space for friends and family to stay on occasion but needed a home office as well. Our very own Registered Storage Designer, Nicola Anderson was able to create an outstanding home office design containing a Murphy bed. The space includes raised panel doors & drawers in London Grey with a High Rise-colored laminate countertop and a queen size Murphy bed.

Newport Beach Residence | Whole House Remodel

The Bespoke Interior, Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary home office in Orange County with white walls, light hardwood floors, a corner fireplace, a freestanding desk and beige floor.

Triplex Paris 16

CECILE KOKOCINSKI STUDIO

Suite à une nouvelle acquisition cette ancien duplex a été transformé en triplex. Un étage pièce de vie, un étage pour les enfants pré ado et un étage pour les parents. Nous avons travaillé les volumes, la clarté, un look à la fois chaleureux et épuré Ici nous avons crée un salon pour les enfants dédié à la fois aux devoirs et à la détente

Interior Design

Loft Interiors

This is an example of a contemporary home office in Melbourne with black walls, carpet, a built-in desk and beige floor.

Интерьер квартиры в зефирных тонах

Архитектурное бюро Тор-Ард

Photo of a contemporary home office in Moscow with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and beige floor.

Palo Alto Home Renovation

Suzette Sherman Design

Kitchen Organization Station Photography: Kevin Guzman
Design ideas for a large contemporary home office in San Francisco with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a built-in desk and beige floor.

Built in Furniture fit out in open plan room

Built in Solutions

Dresser type contemporary furniture with a secret pullout desk, with the integrated lighting turned on
This is an example of a small contemporary study room in Buckinghamshire with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a built-in desk and beige floor.

Spacious Loft Home Office

Neville Johnson Ltd

This spacious loft home office provides a light, airy and comfortable place to work. The loft space boasts two desk areas with a range of drawers, cupboards and shelving, providing ample space for two people to work in complete comfort. Bespoke shelving creates storage that’s perfect for office equipment, designed entirely around the requirements of the client. Bespoke fitted furniture fits perfectly into the vaulted ceiling, creating space for elegant storage that can’t be achieved with standard shelving.

Ling Residence

Designs Australia

Wall to wall storage and shelving unit with rolling library ladder. Thick top with large recess below as a simple design feature. Adjustable shelves throughout. Ladder with hanging hooks for upright storage. Size: 4.1m wide x 2.7m high x 0.4m deep Materials: Crown cut American Oak veneer stained to walnut colour with 30% clear satin lacquer finish. Back panel above bench top in American Oak veneer painted Dulux Luck. Back panel behind shelves painted to match wall colour with 30% gloss finish. Ladder Material: Ladder, fascia and rail in solid Victorian Ash stained to match cabinet walnut colour. Metal fittings powder coated black.

Little Venice, London W9

Originate Architects

This is an example of a large contemporary study room in London with light hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and beige floor.

Contemporary Home Office Design Ideas with Beige Floor

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.