Photo of a mid-sized transitional study room in London with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Fairview Home

Notting Hill Interiors Inc.

Inspiration for a large transitional study room in Dallas with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

Spring Meadow Residence

Cornerstone Design

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary home office in Boise with a library, white walls, ceramic floors, a two-sided fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and grey floor.

Traditional Home Office

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional study room in New York with blue walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and beige floor.

A Bespoke Bedroom With Home Office Furniture By Burlanes

burlanes interiors

Our brief was to design, create and install bespoke, handmade bedroom storage solutions and home office furniture, in two children's bedrooms in a Sevenoaks family home. As parents, the homeowners wanted to create a calm and serene space in which their sons could do their studies, and provide a quiet place to concentrate away from the distractions and disruptions of family life.

Posthaste in a Shirtwaist: Home Office

Tamara Day Design

Study room in Kansas City with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a freestanding desk, brown floor and decorative wall panelling.

Contemporary Home Office

Shepel Homes - Kitchen and Bath

This contemporary home office with a view of the lush green outdoors makes working from home more relaxing and bearable.
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary home office in Seattle with a library, grey walls, light hardwood floors, a wood stove, a metal fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Walford Road

Untitled Practice

Small contemporary home studio in London with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and white floor.

Estate Home

Guest Interiors, LLC

Photo of a mid-sized traditional home office in Charlotte with a library, brown walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and a built-in desk.

Квартира на Новом Арбате

ARCHPOINT

This is an example of an eclectic study room in Moscow with brown walls, medium hardwood floors, a corner fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

Artist Studio

OPRCH

Photo Credit: Warren Patterson
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary home studio in Boston with white walls, a wood stove, a metal fireplace surround, a freestanding desk, grey floor and concrete floors.

Rice University - New Home Construction

Edwards Interiors and Design, LLC

Inspiration for a transitional study room in Houston with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, brown floor and a freestanding desk.

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.

Carpenter Project

Siegfried Porth Architect

This is an example of a traditional study room in Boston with a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

Library | Asian Contemporary

The Color Whisperer

Charles Metivier Photography
Photo of a mid-sized arts and crafts home office in Los Angeles with a library, brown walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor, a standard fireplace and a tile fireplace surround.

Ownby Design

Design ideas for a contemporary home office in Phoenix with green walls, a corner fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

2011 Showcase - Hillside Retreat

Witt Construction

A European-California influenced Custom Home sits on a hill side with an incredible sunset view of Saratoga Lake. This exterior is finished with reclaimed Cypress, Stucco and Stone. While inside, the gourmet kitchen, dining and living areas, custom office/lounge and Witt designed and built yoga studio create a perfect space for entertaining and relaxation. Nestle in the sun soaked veranda or unwind in the spa-like master bath; this home has it all. Photos by Randall Perry Photography.

Epic Modern Guesthouse (ADU)

Texture Living Inc

Mid-sized contemporary home studio in Los Angeles with multi-coloured walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Barton Creek French Country Estate

Wilde Custom Homes

Photo of a traditional study room in Austin with brown walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Rookwood - Traditional Estate

Visbeen Architects

Builder: J. Peterson Homes Interior Designer: Francesca Owens Photographers: Ashley Avila Photography, Bill Hebert, & FulView Capped by a picturesque double chimney and distinguished by its distinctive roof lines and patterned brick, stone and siding, Rookwood draws inspiration from Tudor and Shingle styles, two of the world’s most enduring architectural forms. Popular from about 1890 through 1940, Tudor is characterized by steeply pitched roofs, massive chimneys, tall narrow casement windows and decorative half-timbering. Shingle’s hallmarks include shingled walls, an asymmetrical façade, intersecting cross gables and extensive porches. A masterpiece of wood and stone, there is nothing ordinary about Rookwood, which combines the best of both worlds. Once inside the foyer, the 3,500-square foot main level opens with a 27-foot central living room with natural fireplace. Nearby is a large kitchen featuring an extended island, hearth room and butler’s pantry with an adjacent formal dining space near the front of the house. Also featured is a sun room and spacious study, both perfect for relaxing, as well as two nearby garages that add up to almost 1,500 square foot of space. A large master suite with bath and walk-in closet which dominates the 2,700-square foot second level which also includes three additional family bedrooms, a convenient laundry and a flexible 580-square-foot bonus space. Downstairs, the lower level boasts approximately 1,000 more square feet of finished space, including a recreation room, guest suite and additional storage.

Home Office Design Ideas with a Tile Fireplace Surround and a Metal 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.