Large contemporary home office in Other with a library, beige walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and beige floor.

One Sunset Residence, Camano Island WA.

Dan Nelson, Designs Northwest Architects

Home Office / Library
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary home office in Seattle with a library, grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a built-in desk, brown floor, wood and panelled walls.

Modern Home Office

Inspiration for an expansive modern home office in Other with a library, grey walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

Hummingbird Haus

K2 Signature Homes

Study
Photo of a mid-sized modern study room in Phoenix with light hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

Dark, moody office and concrete fireplace

Michelle Kohl Interiors

A set of custom steel doors lead to a dark and moody office.
This is an example of a contemporary study room with black walls, medium hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

Back in Black

23bassi | Studio di architettura

dettaglio della zona studio è stato inserito un divano trasformabile della Roche Bobois la scrivania e il porta Samovar sono su misura foto marco Curatolo

Woodland Residence | Chadds Ford, PA

Period Architecture Ltd.

Angle Eye Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional study room in Philadelphia with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and beige floor.

H. Residence

Crown Jewell Entertainment Systems, Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional study room in Orange County with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Luxury Living In An Exquisite West Coast Contemporary Home

Interior Solutions Design Group Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary home office in Vancouver with a library, brown walls, medium hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and orange floor.

Natural-Contemporary Master Suite

mercer INTERIOR

While we all try not to bring our work into the bedroom, some of our most creative thoughts occur when we are relaxed. Having a dedicated place to doodle, journal, write or, let’s face it, tap out a quick email, is a bonus if you’ve got the space. The industrial elements of the desk relate to the nightstands while remaining a somewhat separate space. A leather and hemp blotter protects both the aluminum-framed laptop and the glass tabletop.

Library

Trilogy Cabinets & Design

Design ideas for a large contemporary home office in Other with a library, beige walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, beige floor and a freestanding desk.

One Sunset Residence, Camano Island WA.

Dan Nelson, Designs Northwest Architects

Home Office / Library
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary home office in Seattle with a library, grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a built-in desk, brown floor, wood and panelled walls.

Back in Black

23bassi | Studio di architettura

dettaglio della zona destinata al Samovar (stanza del thè) interamente disegnata e realizzata su misura foto marco Curatolo
Design ideas for an expansive eclectic craft room in Milan with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and grey floor.

H. Residence

Crown Jewell Entertainment Systems, Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional study room in Orange County with a two-sided fireplace, beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a concrete fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Luxury Living In An Exquisite West Coast Contemporary Home

Interior Solutions Design Group Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary home office in Vancouver with a library, brown walls, medium hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and orange floor.

Home Office Design Ideas with a Two-sided Fireplace and a Concrete Fireplace Surround

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.