Design ideas for a large traditional study room in New York with brown walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a built-in desk and brown floor.

Liseter Weatherstone

Mary Cook

Taylor Photography
Photo of a traditional home office in Philadelphia with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

Cozy Den/Library/Study/Office

McNally Interiors

Rich jewel tones and Dutch gold leaf ceiling complement the cherry paneling in this cozy study/library/home office/den. Sofa by Rist. Antique Heriz carpet. Pottery Barn chairs. Photo by Morgan Howarth.

阿里巴巴

Traditional home office in Other with medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk, brown floor and beige walls.

Den

Windstone Partners

Inspiration for a large traditional study room in Houston with brown walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a built-in desk and brown floor.

Dive Into Luxury

Kritsonis Lindor

This is an example of a large traditional study room in Seattle with medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk, wood and wood walls.

Custom Desk

Design Directives, LLC

Mark Boisclair Photography Interior design by Susan Hersker and Elaine Ryckman Project designed by Susie Hersker’s Scottsdale interior design firm Design Directives. Design Directives is active in Phoenix, Paradise Valley, Cave Creek, Carefree, Sedona, and beyond. For more about Design Directives, click here: https://susanherskerasid.com/

Garden Office, Heeley

Phillip Brewer Architecture Ltd

Evening view over the meeting table, feature fireplace and into the family room area.
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary home studio in Other with a stone fireplace surround.

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.

Washington D.C. - Renovation & Decor

Thomas Burger Design, Inc.

Design ideas for a large study room in DC Metro with brown walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and red floor.

Tower House

Dominic McKenzie Architects

Will Pryce
Photo of a transitional home office in London with blue walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and beige floor.

Cliffs Community Shingle Style 01

Kevin Rosser & Associates, Inc.

The Home Study is complete with stained pine paneled walls and coffered ceiling. A custom fireplace and cabinetry serve as a focal point from the Foyer entrance and double pocket French Doors offer a semi-private entrance from the Master Suite. Design & photography by: Kevin Rosser & Associates, Inc.

English style paneled study

Tina Dann-Fenwick Interiors

A Cozy study is given a makeover with new furnishings and window treatments in keeping with a relaxed English country house
Design ideas for a small traditional home office in Chicago with a library, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and wood walls.

Maple Grove

Interior Anthology

Design ideas for a traditional home office in Nashville with a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and brown walls.

Beautiful office transformation.

Regal Line Painting LLC

Beautiful office transformation. We changed the classic stained wood look to a new, upgraded and elegant Smoke Gray Satin finish from Benjamin Moore. What a difference. Client was very happy with and and we hope you enjoy it as well.

Traditional Home Office

Inspiration for a traditional home office in Other with dark hardwood floors, a stone fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

Feldt Custom Mantel & Bookshelves

WallFisch Designs

Custom fabrication of Victorian style, built in bookcases. Custom trim molding fabrication was implemented to match the original moldings in the home, which was built in 1905.

Smith Ridge I

Country Club Homes

Design ideas for a traditional home office in New York with dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

Living Spaces

Austin Homes and Remodeling

Design ideas for a large traditional study room in Austin with brown walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Lakeside Conservatory

Lowell Custom Homes

S.Photography/Shanna Wolf., LOWELL CUSTOM HOMES, Lake Geneva, WI.. Den with a nautical feel that wraps you in the warmth of Northern Pine
Design ideas for a mid-sized country home office in Milwaukee with a library, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and brown walls.

Home Office Design Ideas with 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.