The home office is used daily for this executive who works remotely. Everything was thoughtfully designed for the needs - a drink refrigerator and file drawers are built into the wall cabinetry; various lighting options, grass cloth wallpaper, swivel chairs and a wall-mounted tv

Modern Custom Home Full of Style and Function

Erica Peale Design

This modern custom home is a beautiful blend of thoughtful design and comfortable living. No detail was left untouched during the design and build process. Taking inspiration from the Pacific Northwest, this home in the Washington D.C suburbs features a black exterior with warm natural woods. The home combines natural elements with modern architecture and features clean lines, open floor plans with a focus on functional living.

Antiqued Elegance in Willowcreek Ranch

By Design Interiors, Inc.

Behind iron French Doors, is this masculine home office. It's stunning architectural features include a wood-paneled barrel ceiling, and stone accent wall. . Personal touches of art, family heirlooms, and a collection of acoustic guitars elevate the overall design.

Pottery Studio | Upper Black Eddy, PA

Fascella Construction

An old outdated barn transformed into a Pottery Barn-inspired space, blending vintage charm with modern elegance.
Design ideas for a mid-sized country home studio in Philadelphia with white walls, concrete floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk, exposed beam and planked wall panelling.

Saphire Home Office

Alexandra Naranjo Designs Inc

Saphire Home Office. featuring beautiful custom cabinetry and furniture
Inspiration for a large transitional home studio in Other with blue walls, light hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, beige floor, wallpaper and wallpaper.

Professorville Residence

KYLE CHAN ARCHITECT

Mid-sized mediterranean home office in San Francisco with a library, green walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and recessed.

Poulson Residence

B&B Builders

Home Office
Photo of a large study room in Other with yellow walls, carpet, no fireplace, a freestanding desk, beige floor and exposed beam.

Project Glenpark

Diana Bastone Designs

Design ideas for a contemporary study room in Toronto with light hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and coffered.

Arcadia Lights

AFT Construction

Photo of a large transitional home office in Phoenix with a library, black walls, light hardwood floors, a built-in desk, beige floor and panelled walls.

BLAIRWOOD

Scala Construction Inc.

This is an example of a large midcentury home office in Los Angeles with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, brown floor and vaulted.

Captivating Custom Colonial in Chatham NJ

Robinwood Kitchens

This custom farmhouse homework room is the perfect spot for kids right off of the kitchen. It was created with custom Plain & Fancy inset cabinetry in white. Space for 2 to sit and plenty of storage space for papers and office supplies.

Victoria | Bellevue

JayMarc Homes

The Victoria's Home Office is designed to inspire productivity and creativity. The centerpiece of the room is a dark wooden desk, providing a sturdy and elegant workspace. The shiplap ceiling adds character and texture to the room, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere. A gray rug adorns the floor, adding a touch of softness and comfort underfoot. The white walls provide a clean and bright backdrop, allowing for focus and concentration. Accompanying the desk are gray chairs that offer both comfort and style, allowing for comfortable seating during work hours. The office is complete with wooden 6-lite doors, adding a touch of sophistication and serving as a stylish entryway to the space. The Victoria's Home Office provides the perfect environment for work and study, combining functionality and aesthetics to enhance productivity and creativity.

Modern Farmhouse Home Office

Ever After Custom Homes

This floor to ceiling built in brings function and beauty to this office space. Light oak flooring in a herringbone pattern and the white shiplap ceiling add those special touches and tie this room nicely to other spaces throughout the home. The large windows and 8ft tall sliding doors bring the outdoors inside.

Harbor Heights

k+co LIVING - Interiors by Karen B Wolf

Contemporary home office with massive windows surrounding he room, large wood desk, with comfy chairs.
Design ideas for a large transitional home office in New York with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, brown floor and exposed beam.

Modern Farmhouse

Lauren Jacobsen Interior Design

This fabulous home office was so appreciated when everything was shut down due to the virus. To the right is an outdoor pergola patio with a fireplace and slide-back doors that open the space up and extend the room. The desk is custom designed. The mortise and tenon design allows lots of openings to hide hard drives and wiring which is always the downfall of a great home office. It was a must from us as a design firm that all technology be hidden when not in use.

Pinecrest Home Remodel Japandi Style

Janet Patterson Interior Design (JPID)

Modern neutral home office with a vaulted ceiling.
Mid-sized modern study room in Miami with beige walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk, beige floor, vaulted and panelled walls.

Grand Haven Custom Home

Chirigos Designs / Design Bar

Arcadia Lights

AFT Construction

Design ideas for a large transitional home office in Phoenix with a library, black walls, light hardwood floors, a built-in desk, beige floor and panelled walls.

Tranquil Sophistication

Henderson Custom Homes & Remodeling

This is an example of a large eclectic study room in Dallas with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk, brown floor and vaulted.

Private Waterfront Residence on the Chester River

Purple Cherry Architects

The homeowner's office, set in a moody monochromatic blue, features extensive custom millwork including glass-front cabinetry with cremone bolts.
Photo of a mid-sized traditional home office in DC Metro with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, brown floor, recessed and planked wall panelling.

All Ceiling Designs 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 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 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 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 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.