Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional study room in Dallas with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Traditional Library - Converted Office, Hungerford

Fowler Architecture & Planning

Photo of a mid-sized traditional home office in Berkshire with a library, green walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and beige floor.

Fraser James Bespoke Study

Paul Matthews Photography

Study, library
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional study room in West Midlands with grey walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a built-in desk, beige floor, wallpaper and wallpaper.

Whitefish Modern

Liv4 Architecture

Scott Amundson
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern study room in Minneapolis with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Ambler Modern Rooms

Stimmel Consulting Group

Photo of a large modern study room in Philadelphia with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a corner fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

Home Office

Blanc & Noir Interiors

Home office with a access to the balcony and elegant outdoor seating. This richly colored space is equipped with ample built in storage, comfortable seating, and multiple levels of lighting. The fireplace and wall-mounted television marries the business with pleasure.

Richmond Hill

Maxwell + Pinborough Bespoke Furniture

Walnut bookshelves with sliding library ladders and archive storage drawers.
Inspiration for a large traditional home office in London with a library, beige walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace and a plaster fireplace surround.

Beverley Photographer's garden studio

SAMUEL KENDALL ASSOCIATES LIMITED

Jon Brown
Small home studio in Other with multi-coloured walls, a wood stove, a plaster fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and light hardwood floors.

Classic House Kent

Michael Nicholas Design

The refurbishment and interior design of a 1000 sq.mt Victorian House in Kent. Work included the panelling of walls in Study, hand-painted wallpaper in the Dining Room and full redecoration and furnishing throughout this 3 storey house.

Vivienda en Barcelona

GCA Architects

Jordi Miralles
Photo of a mid-sized industrial study room in Barcelona with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

The Sandpiper

SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.

This is an example of a large transitional study room in Vancouver with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a freestanding desk, brown floor and coffered.

Custom Library Cedar Park

Matterhorn Development Co.

Hidden door!
Inspiration for a mid-sized arts and crafts home office in Austin with a library, black walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a built-in desk, brown floor, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

Bowers & Wilkins

Audio Video Synergy

Photo of a large traditional home office in New York with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a plaster fireplace surround.

Home Offices

Portfolio Kitchens

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional home office in DC Metro with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a built-in desk and beige floor.

South Perth chararcter home

Trager Kitchens and Interiors

Photo of a mid-sized traditional study room in Perth with dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and a built-in desk.

Studio di Artista

dodicipollici

Mirella Tassetto
Photo of a large scandinavian home office in Milan with a library, white walls, marble floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and multi-coloured floor.

Snug & Home Office

Coulby Interiors

A cosy home office and snug in a classic style with new wood burner and exposed brick fireplace, solid oak flooring and made to measure, built-in cabinetry.

Carol Poet, Poet Design Company

Peter Christiansen Valli

Peter Christiansen Valli
Photo of a mid-sized traditional study room in Los Angeles with blue walls, carpet, a standard fireplace and a plaster fireplace surround.

Denver Home Office- Photo by Emily Minton Redfield

Griffin Design Source

Mid-sized traditional home office in Denver with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Studio

smbstudio

Eigenes Foto
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary home studio in Other with white walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and white floor.

All Fireplaces Home Office Design Ideas with a Plaster 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.