Kasia Fiszer
Design ideas for a large eclectic study room in London with purple walls, painted wood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and white floor.

Coastal Eclectic

Kathy Ann Abell Interiors

Megan Meek
Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic home office in San Diego with beige walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

Ranch remodel & addition

Architectural Design & Restoration, Inc.

Total Concepts Construction
Photo of a large eclectic home office in San Francisco with a library, white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Finca Señorial, Palma de Mallorca

Oksana Vladi

Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic study room in Palma de Mallorca with white walls, a standard fireplace, ceramic floors, a plaster fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

Design Studio Anastasia Reicher 1130 Vienna

Anastasia Reicher Interior Design & Decoration

Interior Design by Anastasia Reicher, Photo by Evgeny Gnesin
Design ideas for a small eclectic home studio in Other with white walls, laminate floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a freestanding desk, beige floor and vaulted.

NOTTING HILL APARMENT

Kate Monckton Interior Design

A home office designed for a client's London pied a terre.
Mid-sized eclectic home office in London with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

Office Upgrade

Lang's Kitchen & Bath

The upgrade of this home office included refinished wall cabinetry and used original aged barn beams to create a distinctive design. The combination of a freestanding desk, a comfortable seating area, and ample lighting both from natural light and LED ceiling lights result in an inviting space for work or relaxation.

Appartement haussmanien revisité

DOM PALATCHI

Le bureau a été intégré à la chambre et le lit réorienté Côté bureau. Entre la chambre et le salon, il permet d'être en lien avec le reste de la famille DOM PALATCHI

A COMFORTABLE HOME WORKSPACE

Studio Kaimi

This room, in an early 20th century house, had been untouched for many years and our client wanted to create a functional home office with a warm atmosphere where she could display her collection of mementos. It needed complete stripping out of existing electrics, fitted wardrobe, retro wallpapers, carpets and decorations. New wiring to suit today’s digital needs were installed, original timber floorboards were partially sanded and oiled to retain their character. An antique fireplace, decorative cornice and skirtings were fitted to recreate the original period architectural details. Dark navy on the walls creates the rich and warm atmosphere which is enhanced by the light-coloured furniture and wall mounted mementos. Occasional flashes of pink create focal points in the space.

Malibu Ranch Style

Joel Reis Architecture and Real Estate Photography

Design ideas for an expansive eclectic home studio in Los Angeles with white walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a freestanding desk, dark hardwood floors and black floor.

Belgravia Townhouse

User

Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic study room in London with grey walls, a freestanding desk, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and brown floor.

Harringay Victorian Flat

Emilie Fournet Interiors

Kasia Fiszer
Design ideas for a large eclectic study room in London with purple walls, painted wood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and white floor.

Home office/ guest room

Studio LUPO

Small eclectic study room in Sussex with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and beige floor.

Preston Hollow Classic Fresh

Kim Armstrong

Michael Hunter
Inspiration for a large eclectic study room in Dallas with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Coastal Eclectic

Kathy Ann Abell Interiors

Megan Meek
Photo of a mid-sized eclectic home office in San Diego with beige walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

Cambridge Place, W8

User

Chestertone
Inspiration for an eclectic home office in London with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Saint Marks House

Tiffani Baumgart Interiors

This is an example of a large eclectic home office in San Diego with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a freestanding desk and wallpaper.

Yardley Street

Marsh & Parsons

Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic home office in London with grey walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and brown floor.

Winnetka Tudor

Steffanie Danby Interiors

Larry Malvin
Inspiration for an eclectic home office in Chicago with dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and brown walls.

Olivia Emery Work

Olivia Emery

Large eclectic home office in London with a library, grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Eclectic 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 eclectic 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 eclectic 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 eclectic 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 eclectic 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.