Juliet Murphy
Design ideas for a small eclectic home office in London with black walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, brown floor and a library.

Ladies retreat

J. Waddell Interiors, LLC

Part of the ladies retreat, this bar is at the ready for friends to enjoy when hanging out with the owner. I love to repurpose antiques and this secretary was the perfect choice for setting up the bar. I added glass shelves and down lights to give it sparkle. Photo by Walt Roycraft

New Orleans Inspired on Yarrow Point

Kristi Spouse Interiors

Custom home designed with inspiration from the owner living in New Orleans. Study was design to be masculine with blue painted built in cabinetry, brick fireplace surround and wall. Custom built desk with stainless counter top, iron supports and and reclaimed wood. Bench is cowhide and stainless. Industrial lighting. Jessie Young - www.realestatephotographerseattle.com

Townhouse London

Olivier Gay Architecture & Design

Frenchie Cristogatin
Mid-sized eclectic home office in London with a library, black walls, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround and grey floor.

Portola Valley

Fannie Allen Design

Client's home office/study. Madeline Weinrib rug. Photos by David Duncan Livingston
This is an example of a large eclectic study room in San Francisco with a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a freestanding desk, beige walls, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Квартира на Новом Арбате

ARCHPOINT

This is an example of an eclectic study room in Moscow with brown walls, medium hardwood floors, a corner fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

simplement II

OVERCODE architecture urbanisme

overcode
Photo of a mid-sized eclectic study room in Nantes with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

Eclectic Home Office

Mid-sized eclectic study room in Los Angeles with grey walls, painted wood floors, a standard fireplace, a built-in desk and a plaster fireplace surround.

Eclectic

Chandos Collective

This is an example of an eclectic home studio in Houston with ceramic floors, a plaster fireplace surround and exposed beam.

Malibu Ranch Style

Joel Reis Architecture and Real Estate Photography

This is an example of an expansive eclectic home studio in Los Angeles with white walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a freestanding desk, black floor and dark hardwood floors.

Constellation Wharf, Charlestown

color theory Boston

Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic study room in Boston with green walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

Lake Angelus Remodel

Tutto Interiors

Completely remodeled Eclectic Home Office/Library with a paint and glaze finished wainscoat and soft pink and grey chairs. Photography Carlson Productions, LLC

Washington Park Exotic Escape

Atelier Interior Design

This office is modern and cultural at the same time. The shelving and mantel are used to exhibit items from their travels. The tile around the fireplace brings a sense of deco to the room along with the desk and guest bench.

Living Areas

Fry Classic Construction, llc

Inspiration for an eclectic study room in Nashville with black walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

Bureau "Comme un Appartement" à Fontainebleau (77)

Loft 75 - Design & Architecture d'Intérieur

Inspiration for an eclectic study room in Paris with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and beige floor.

Custom Home Built By Lynch

Lynch Construction

Large eclectic home office in Chicago with a library, brown walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Nob Hill Retreat

King Visual Design Inc.

A pair of matched leather club chairs with nailhead trim sin in front of a dual purpose room. This room had the wall between it and the living room removed. Sliding glass doors from the Sliding Door Company in San Francisco were installed. Drapes on the inside can be pulled closed when the doors are shut to create a private space if the room is needed for a guest bedroom. A custom mural is painted on the ceiling of an antique South American map. A desk is built in on the right side of the room facing the window. An antique persian rug sits atop the refinished original oak floors which now have a dark tobacco stain applied. The molding is a flat frieze below a small crown molding. The raised design has been hand painted to enhance the depth and character. Dupioni Silk drapes were used to soften the room and block afternoon sunlight when needed. Credit goes to Mural Pros of San Jose, California for all the hand painted molding and hand painted map applied to the ceiling.

Arts and Crafts House

Reyne Design

I worked with my client to create a home that looked and functioned beautifully whilst minimising the impact on the environment. We reused furniture where possible, sourced antiques and used sustainable products where possible, ensuring we combined deliveries and used UK based companies where possible. The result is a unique family home. An informal seating area around the fireplace with custom joinery created to display family treasures and keepsakes whilst hiding family essentials in the cupboards beneath. Beautiful antique rugs and furniture make this home really special but not so precious that the dog and young children aren't welcome.

Ladies retreat

J. Waddell Interiors, LLC

This is a special place where the lady of the house can come to relax, take care of personal business and enjoy the company of her friends. Photo by Walt Roycraft

Edwardian Seaside Home Revamp!

Holly Christian | PLUCKED + STUFF LTD

Now for the ultimate GIRL BOSS home office and reading room. My super cool client wanted to create an edgy home working environment (complete with dedicated Zoom background) that she not only a worked in, but a room that was hers to read in, exercise in and feel inspired by… and we also have another #chairgoals moment in this room too! ??Designed and Furniture Sourced by @plucked_interiors

All Fireplace Surrounds Eclectic Home Office Design Ideas

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.