Photo of a mid-sized modern home office in Vancouver with white walls, vinyl floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a built-in desk and brown floor.

Park Avenue Residence

Ronnette Riley Architect

This is an example of a transitional home office in New York with a library, blue walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and brown floor.

Studio di Artista

dodicipollici

Mirella Tassetto
This is an example of a large scandinavian home studio in Milan with white walls, marble floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and multi-coloured floor.

San Diego staging

HomeScapes Home Staging San Diego

Home office, rustic decor, reclaimed wood desk
Photo of a large mediterranean study room in San Diego with beige walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

LILYFIELD

Blue Frog Studio

Inspiration for a large contemporary home studio in Sydney with white walls, limestone floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a built-in desk and grey floor.

Victorian Country House

Emma Tutill Ltd

Mid-sized transitional study room in Essex with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, a standard fireplace and a plaster fireplace surround.

Woollahra Family Home: Heritage meets Contemporary

Anya H Interiors

Mid-sized transitional study room in Sydney with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

Custom Cabinetry

Turn Key Remodel

Custom hardwood cabinetry for an at home office.
This is an example of a large traditional study room in Orange County with grey walls, bamboo floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and orange floor.

LILYFIELD

Blue Frog Studio

Photo of a large contemporary home studio in Sydney with white walls, limestone floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a built-in desk and grey floor.

Fraser James Bespoke Study

Paul Matthews Photography

Study, library
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.

Logan Home

Executive Developers, LLC

Home office
Large contemporary study room in Other with black walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Long Island Dream

MAC Renovations LTD.

Photo of a mid-sized modern home office in Vancouver with white walls, vinyl floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a built-in desk and brown floor.

Home Office | ABITARE IN BRERA A MILANO

Paola Buccafusca Interior

L’ utilizzo ricercato dei colori e delle forme rafforzano anche ogni complemento d’arredo, così da fondersi armoniosamente negli spazi
Mid-sized modern craft room in Milan with light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a freestanding desk, beige floor, red walls and wallpaper.

115 Street Queen Mary Park Custom Home

Alair Homes Edmonton

This custom home features an open concept layout, high-end finishes, and hardwood floors throughout. Unique lighting fixtures and glass tables give the space a modern and elegant feel.

The Sandpiper

SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.

Inspiration for 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.

Master Sitting area

Weber Interior Design

A combination office and sitting room is a well used retreat for the homeowners. The gas fireplace is covered in Venetian plaster and the two large upholstered chairs and oversized ottoman invite you to sit down and read or discuss the days events. Adding office space to this room created a quiet place to catch up.

19th Century Urban Townhouse

Marsha Sewell & Associates

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional study room in San Diego with white walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

Once A Tree Furniture Designer Showcase

Dexter Dolores Interiors

This is an example of a large traditional home office in Vancouver with brown walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and brown floor.

FERRY ROAD, SAG HARBOR

Blue Ocean Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary study room in New York with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a freestanding desk, beige floor and timber.

2016 Parade Of Homes

Northern Construction Homes

This is an example of a mid-sized country home office in Orange County with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Home Office Design Ideas with a Standard Fireplace and 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.