In another part of the house, a seldom used study was given a new lease of life with graphic wallpaper and a gold frame around a favourite print. Smart dark green painted cabinetry with polished desktop contrast nicely with textured wool carpet on the floor. Now given the No Chintz treatment, this is now a well used and enjoyed work space.

Victorian property in East London

JLV Design Ltd

The beautiful wallpaper creates an amazing background for any Zoom meeting
Design ideas for a small contemporary study room in London with purple walls, carpet, a freestanding desk, grey floor and wallpaper.

Memorial Transitional

Frankel Design Build

Inspiration for an expansive contemporary study room in Houston with blue walls, brick floors, a built-in desk and wallpaper.

New York City Combination-Renovatin

Lauren Rubin Architecture

A custom built office is bright and welcoming. Beautiful maple wood cabinetry with floating shelves. An inset blue linoleum writing surface is a perfect surface for working. Just incredible wallpaper brightens the room. Blue accents throughout.

Boca Bridges new home interiors

Rooms by Eve

This is an example of a contemporary study room in Miami with white walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, a built-in desk, beige floor and wallpaper.

Bold Sophisticated Chic

Lina Norell Designs LLC

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary study room in Atlanta with purple walls, dark hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, brown floor, vaulted and wallpaper.

Belsize Park Penthouse

Kia Designs

Small contemporary study room in London with carpet, a built-in desk, beige floor and wallpaper.

1970's Townhouse

Bo Fentum Design

Fun and fabulous home office
This is an example of a contemporary home office in London with multi-coloured walls, carpet, no fireplace, a built-in desk, beige floor and wallpaper.

Ansley Office

Indigo Road Design Group

Design ideas for a small contemporary study room in Atlanta with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, yellow floor and wallpaper.

PORT CREDIT PENTHOUSE

HARRISON FAE DESIGN

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary study room in Toronto with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a built-in desk, brown floor and wallpaper.

Hampton Place Home Office

Octagon Developments

Design ideas for a contemporary home office in Surrey with grey walls, a freestanding desk, grey floor and wallpaper.

San Francisco Moody Study

Atelier Oleana

We created this stunning moody library lounge inspired by the client's love of British Cigar Rooms. We used pattern, texture and moody hues to bring out the feel of the library and used the gorgeous Tom Dixon lamp, Restoration Hardware contemporary writing desk, client's gorgeous folk indian painting, and custom cabinetry to give the library/study a very modern yet classical feel!

A colourful London flat - All For Romeo projectra

Mon Concept Habitation - London

The owner also wanted a home office. In order to make this space feel comfortable and warm, we painted the walls with Lick's lovely shade "Pink 02".
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary study room in London with multi-coloured walls, no fireplace, a freestanding desk, wallpaper and wallpaper.

Interior Remodel - Westwood, CA

DYM Builders Group, Inc.

Our new construction boasts a spacious office room with white cabinetry, giving it a clean and professional look. Accompanied by a beautiful hardwood table, you'll have the perfect space to work on any project at home. The light hardwood flooring adds a touch of elegance to this modern design. And let's not forget about the stunning bathroom. With white textured walls and a niche, the shower is a statement piece that complements the white cabinetry.

Aménagement et décoration d'une maison neuve de constructeur

ADC l'atelier d'à côté

Inspiration for a large contemporary study room in Paris with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a built-in desk and wallpaper.

San Diego Kitchen & Office

Cathie Hong Interiors

We were asked to help transform a cluttered, half-finished common area to an organized, multi-functional homework/play/lounge space for this family of six. They were so pleased with the desk setup for the kids, that we created a similar workspace for their office. In the midst of designing these living areas, they had a leak in their kitchen, so we jumped at the opportunity to give them a brand new one. This project was a true collaboration between owner and designer, as it was done completely remotely.

Auteuil

Filigrane Design

This is an example of a small contemporary home studio in Paris with medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, a built-in desk, brown floor and wallpaper.

Anthony Carrino's Firehouse

Miele USA

Inspiration for a contemporary home office in Philadelphia with black walls, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, brown floor and wallpaper.

Espace télétravail

LP Concept

Large contemporary home office in Lyon with a built-in desk and wallpaper.

Mozart Street

Phillip Harrison Interiors

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary home office in Chicago with a library, green walls, light hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and wallpaper.

Contemporary Home Office Design Ideas with Wallpaper

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.