Warm and inviting this new construction home, by New Orleans Architect Al Jones, and interior design by Bradshaw Designs, lives as if it's been there for decades. Charming details provide a rich patina. The old Chicago brick walls, the white slurried brick walls, old ceiling beams, and deep green paint colors, all add up to a house filled with comfort and charm for this dear family. Lead Designer: Crystal Romero; Designer: Morgan McCabe; Photographer: Stephen Karlisch; Photo Stylist: Melanie McKinley.

LIBRARY-LOWER LEVEL LIVING

Princeton Design Collaborative

This is a basement renovation transforms the space into a Library for a client's personal book collection . Space includes all LED lighting , cork floorings , Reading area (pictured) and fireplace nook .

Of Architecture | Newquay Residence

Of Architecture

Photo of a large contemporary home office in Cornwall with a library, linoleum floors, a built-in desk, green floor, exposed beam and brick walls.

An eclectic contemporary home

Kaiko Design Interiors

Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic home office in Sydney with a library, white walls, carpet, a built-in desk, grey floor and brick walls.

Clareville home

Northern Beaches Kitchens and Bathrooms

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern home office in Sydney with a library, grey walls, porcelain floors, no fireplace, grey floor, recessed and brick walls.

Contemporary Furniture Showroom at Baoneng 1st Space Shenzhen

Better Bona Furniture

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary home office in Other with a library, grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, grey floor and brick walls.

Restauración Casa Nevado, EXTREMADURA

THE VELVET UNDERGROUND

Casa Nevado, en una pequeña localidad de Extremadura: La restauración del tejado y la incorporación de cocina y baño a las estancias de la casa, fueron aprovechadas para un cambio radical en el uso y los espacios de la vivienda. El bajo techo se ha restaurado con el fin de activar toda su superficie, que estaba en estado ruinoso, y usado como almacén de material de ganadería, para la introducción de un baño en planta alta, habitaciones, zona de recreo y despacho. Generando un espacio abierto tipo Loft abierto. La cubierta de estilo de teja árabe se ha restaurado, aprovechando todo el material antiguo, donde en el bajo techo se ha dispuesto de una combinación de materiales, metálicos y madera. En planta baja, se ha dispuesto una cocina y un baño, sin modificar la estructura de la casa original solo mediante la apertura y cierre de sus accesos. Cocina con ambas entradas a comedor y salón, haciendo de ella un lugar de tránsito y funcionalmente acorde a ambas estancias. Fachada restaurada donde se ha podido devolver las figuras geométricas que antaño se habían dispuesto en la pared de adobe. El patio revitalizado, se le han realizado pequeñas intervenciones tácticas para descargarlo, así como remates en pintura para que aparente de mayores dimensiones. También en el se ha restaurado el baño exterior, el cual era el original de la casa.

Aménagement intérieur d'une magnifique villa en pleine nature

Maitrise et Concept

Bureau/petit salon de style industriel avec de grands carreaux de carrelage au sol 60*60
Photo of a mid-sized modern home office in Clermont-Ferrand with a library, white walls, ceramic floors, a freestanding desk, grey floor and brick walls.

Vulcan Terrace

ATELIER BAULIER

Inspiration for a contemporary home office in London with a library, white walls, light hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, beige floor and brick walls.

Подвал частного дома

ID_dezign

Photo of a large home office in Saint Petersburg with a library, porcelain floors, a wood fireplace surround and brick walls.

Реконструкция дома на шарташе

Цюрка Наталья

кабинет в старом доме с кирпичной стеной и деревянным потолком , красный диван и современные светильники дополняют современный интерьер в стиле лофт
Inspiration for a small industrial home office in Yekaterinburg with a library, grey walls, porcelain floors, a freestanding desk, grey floor, timber and brick walls.

Office

GreenHalo Builds

This is an example of a mid-sized home office in Minneapolis with a library, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk, brown floor, coffered and brick walls.

High Style in San Antonio

BRADSHAW DESIGNS LLC

High Style in San Antonio

BRADSHAW DESIGNS LLC

High Style in San Antonio

BRADSHAW DESIGNS LLC

High Style in San Antonio

BRADSHAW DESIGNS LLC

Clareville home

Northern Beaches Kitchens and Bathrooms

Mid-sized modern home office in Sydney with a library, grey walls, porcelain floors, no fireplace, grey floor, recessed and brick walls.

Contemporary Furniture Showroom at Baoneng 1st Space Shenzhen

Better Bona Furniture

Design ideas for a large contemporary home office in Other with a library, grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, grey floor and brick walls.

Clareville home

Northern Beaches Kitchens and Bathrooms

Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style home office in Sydney with a library, grey walls, porcelain floors, no fireplace, grey floor, recessed and brick walls.

Clareville home

Northern Beaches Kitchens and Bathrooms

Photo of a mid-sized modern home office in Sydney with a library, grey walls, porcelain floors, no fireplace, grey floor, recessed and brick walls.

Home Office Design Ideas with a Library and Brick Walls

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.