Inspiration for a large country home office in Other with green walls, terra-cotta floors, a corner fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.

Keller Sophisticated Office

BRNS Design

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional study room in Dallas with green walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk, brown floor, vaulted and panelled walls.

European Modern Home

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Anita Lang - IMI Design - Scottsdale, AZ
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern home office in Orange County with a library, green walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and brown floor.

Painted Bookcase Carmarthenshire

Dominic Wright Kitchens and Furniture

Painted bookshelves with cabinets beneath. Gallery space and storage. Bespoke, fitted furniture painted in Farrow and Ball Studio Green.
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional study room in Other with green walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.

Green Lane Residence

Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd.

Tom Crane Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional study room in Philadelphia with green walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a freestanding desk and a stone fireplace surround.

A Reading Corner

Balance Interior Design

A relaxing reading corner in the second study in this house.
Inspiration for a large contemporary home office in Wiltshire with green walls, a standard fireplace, medium hardwood floors, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and wallpaper.

Como by Design Interiors Showhouse

Camilla Molders Design

Camilla Molders Design was invited to participate in Como By Design - the first Interior Showhouse in Australia in 18 years. Como by Design saw 24 interior designers temporarily reimagined the interior of the historic Como House in South Yarra for 3 days in October. As a national trust house, the original fabric of the house was to remain intact and returned to the original state after the exhibition. Our design worked along side exisiting some antique pieces such as a mirror, bookshelf, chandelier and the original pink carpet. Add some colour to the walls and furnishings in the room that were all custom designed by Camilla Molders Design including the chairs, rug, screen and desk - made for a cosy and welcoming sitting room. it is a little to sad to think this lovely cosy room only existed for 1 week!

Claybourne Project

Studio McGee

Photo by Lindsay Salazar
Photo of a traditional study room in Salt Lake City with green walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

Keller Sophisticated Office

BRNS Design

Master Suite, Custom Woodwork

Videre Decor

Elegant columns and a gentle curve give way to the master suite with a home office to envy with rolling library ladder.
This is an example of a large arts and crafts home office in Denver with a library, green walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a built-in desk and grey floor.

Listed Victorian Terrace in Kensington

Russell Taylor Architects

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional home office in London with a library, green walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Polo Club Residence

MANDIL INC

Large study room in Denver with green walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

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Laurence Dassonville - Création d'intérieurs

Mid-sized scandinavian study room in Marseille with green walls, light hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and beige floor.

Formal Library/Study

George Loch

George Loch
This is an example of a large traditional home office in Other with a library, dark hardwood floors, a stone fireplace surround, brown floor, green walls and a standard fireplace.

Capitol Hill 2

Aquarian Renovations

Aquarian Renovations
Inspiration for a large transitional craft room in Edmonton with green walls, painted wood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

Maison : voyage tonique

Bleu cerise - Claire Leroy

Un univers moderne, personnalisé, connecté et fonctionnel, à l’image de mes clients. Rénovation, agencement et décoration complète d’une maison du sous-sol aux combles. Projet de A à Z ! Étude complète de l’agencement, de la lumière, des couleurs.

Beverly Hills Residence

lauri morrison studio

Photo of a large transitional home office in Los Angeles with a library, green walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and beige floor.

Love Remodel

Distinctive Contracting Services

chad smith
Photo of a small traditional study room in Baltimore with medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and green walls.

Aledo Residence

Paxton Place Design

Gary Logan
Large country study room in Dallas with green walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

Une chartreuse dans le Bordelais - Ambiance ethnique chic

"Reflet Intérieur" : votre espace vous ressemble.

Bureau masculin chaud aux allures de club Anglais.
Mid-sized eclectic study room in Bordeaux with green walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and wallpaper.

Home Office Design Ideas with Green Walls and a Stone 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.