Combination home office and sitting area next to the very contemporary open gas fireplace
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary study room in Brisbane with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace and a freestanding desk.

Hollywood Glamour Meets Modern

Lori Gentile Interior Design

Lori Gentile Interior Design .
Inspiration for a contemporary home office in San Diego with carpet, a ribbon fireplace and a freestanding desk.

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© David Bader Photography, Wade Weissmann Architecture, Barenz Builders, i4design
Photo of a country study room in Milwaukee with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a wood fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and a ribbon fireplace.

Hendricks Park Design + Build

Jordan Iverson Signature Homes

KuDa Photography
Mid-sized modern study room in Other with black walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and beige floor.

Louisiana Estate

Linda Fritschy Interior Design

Charles Davis Smith
Contemporary home office in Dallas with a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

California Coastal Contemporary

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Photography by: Grey Crawford
Inspiration for a contemporary home office in Los Angeles with beige walls, a ribbon fireplace and a freestanding desk.

Lake House

Homecorp - Sandy Tabacinic

This is an example of a large transitional study room in Dallas with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

Transitional Home Office

Transitional study room in San Francisco with light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a freestanding desk, beige floor and grey walls.

Modern Farmhouse Custom Home | Williams Creek

Steven Sears Building Company

The Home Aesthetic
Design ideas for a country study room in Indianapolis with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a metal fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

Contemporary Elegance | Atherton, CA

Sullivan Design Studio

Transitional home office in San Francisco with black walls, medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a freestanding desk, brown floor and panelled walls.

Des Moines, IA - Remodel

Catherine Renae Thomas Design Co.

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional study room in Other with black walls, travertine floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk, beige floor and panelled walls.

Certified Luxury Builders - Veritas Fine Homes Inc - Durango, CO - Carlton Home

Dream Coast Builders

This is an example of a mid-sized country home office in Other with dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk, brown floor and exposed beam.

Modern Contemporary

MHK Architecture & Planning

Inspiration for a contemporary home office in Miami with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Beverly Hills Post and Beam Mid-Century

Joel Reis Architecture and Real Estate Photography

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury home office in Los Angeles with light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a freestanding desk, white walls and beige floor.

Photography for Vastu Interiors and Kingshall Estates

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Adelina Iliev
Contemporary study room in London with a freestanding desk, grey walls, light hardwood floors and a ribbon fireplace.

Mountaintop Retreat

Scott Wilson Architect, LLC

Design ideas for a large contemporary home office in Nashville with a library, brown walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk, brown floor, wood and wood walls.

Royal

L. Lumpkins Architect, Inc.

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Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary study room in Dallas with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Contemporary Vail Home

RA Nelson LLC

A home office with mountains views.
Photo of an expansive contemporary home office in Denver with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

3350 Serra Road

Burdge & Associates Architects

Modern Home Office by Burdge Architects and Associates in Malibu, CA. Berlyn Photography
Mid-sized contemporary study room in Los Angeles with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a freestanding desk, a concrete fireplace surround and brown floor.

Carlsbad, California, Modern

dRichards Interiors

This project combines high end earthy elements with elegant, modern furnishings. We wanted to re invent the beach house concept and create an home which is not your typical coastal retreat. By combining stronger colors and textures, we gave the spaces a bolder and more permanent feel. Yet, as you travel through each room, you can't help but feel invited and at home.

Home Office Design Ideas with a Ribbon Fireplace and a Freestanding Desk

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.