Photo of an expansive midcentury home studio in Brisbane with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, brown floor, vaulted and wood walls.

Modern Farmhouse

Timber Trails Development Company

Design ideas for a country home office in Chicago with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Olde Cypress Remodel

Jinx McDonald Interior Designs

Amber Frederiksen Photography
Transitional home office in Other with a library, beige walls, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Guest House -Hartland, VT

Housewright Construction Inc.

Design ideas for a country home office in Burlington with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, brown floor, exposed beam and wood walls.

Project Barton Creek

Terravista Interior Design Group

The client wanted to create a traditional rustic design with clean lines and a feminine edge. She works from her home office, so she needed it to be functional and organized with elegant and timeless lines. In the kitchen, we removed the peninsula that separated it for the breakfast room and kitchen, to create better flow and unity throughout the space.

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This is an example of a large traditional study room in Atlanta with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Gainesville Home Office

Chinotto House Design Co.

View of custom home office casework, library, desk, and reading nook.
This is an example of a contemporary home office in Miami with green walls, dark hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Modern European Residence

Deep River Partners

The need for a productive and comfortable space was the motive for the study design. A culmination of ideas supports daily routines from the computer desk for correspondence, the worktable to review documents, or the sofa to read reports. The wood mantel creates the base for the art niche, which provides a space for one homeowner’s taste in modern art to be expressed. Horizontal wood elements are stained for layered warmth from the floor, wood tops, mantel, and ceiling beams. The walls are covered in a natural paper weave with a green tone that is pulled to the built-ins flanking the marble fireplace for a happier work environment. Connections to the outside are a welcome relief to enjoy views to the front, or pass through the doors to the private outdoor patio at the back of the home. The ceiling light fixture has linen panels as a tie to personal ship artwork displayed in the office.

Multi-Use Office-Den

Interior Enhancement Group, Inc.

The combination den-office is a cozy place to take care of business, play a game of chess, read or chat. Though the overall home is transitional, this space leans more toward the traditional, anchored by the client's ornately carved desk.

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.

Austin, TX

Stephanie Silber Photography

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Photo of a transitional home office in Austin with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, brown floor and exposed beam.

Chelsea Loft

Scordio Construction

Design ideas for a contemporary home office in New York with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Ardsley Custom

M. Lahr Homes

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional study room in Orlando with a freestanding desk, brown floor, grey walls and dark hardwood floors.

Irvine Residence

d'Arcy & Associates Architecture, Inc.

Photo of a traditional home office in Orange County with a library, white walls, dark hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Forest Grove

Joseph Aparicio Interiors

Photo of a mid-sized transitional study room in Dallas with white walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Valley Run

JLF & Associates, Inc.

History, revived. An early 19th century Dutch farmstead, nestled in the hillside of Bucks County, Pennsylvania, offered a storied canvas on which to layer replicated additions and contemporary components. Endowed with an extensive art collection, the house and barn serve as a platform for aesthetic appreciation in all forms.

Forest Circle

Duet Design Group

Asian Influenced Home Office, Photo by David Lauer
Inspiration for a mid-sized asian home office in Denver with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Angelo Residence

Boswell Construction

7" Engineered Walnut, slightly rustic with clear satin coat 4" canned recessed lighting En suite wet bar #buildboswell
This is an example of a large contemporary study room in Los Angeles with white walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Rénovation complète 360m2 Paris 16

JLC Intérieurs

Design ideas for a contemporary home office in Paris with yellow walls, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Oceanfront Oasis

Betty Wasserman Art & Interiors

Incorporating a unique blue-chip art collection, this modern Hamptons home was meticulously designed to complement the owners' cherished art collections. The thoughtful design seamlessly integrates tailored storage and entertainment solutions, all while upholding a crisp and sophisticated aesthetic. This home office boasts a serene, neutral palette that enhances focus and productivity. The thoughtfully arranged furniture layout allows for uninterrupted work while offering breathtaking waterfront views, infusing luxury into every corner. ---Project completed by New York interior design firm Betty Wasserman Art & Interiors, which serves New York City, as well as across the tri-state area and in The Hamptons. For more about Betty Wasserman, see here: https://www.bettywasserman.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://www.bettywasserman.com/spaces/westhampton-art-centered-oceanfront-home/

Home Office Design Ideas with a Freestanding Desk and Brown Floor

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.