From Seasoned to Sophisticated Home Renovation

Our busy young homeowners were looking to move back to Indianapolis and considered building new, but they fell in love with the great bones of this Coppergate home. The home reflected different times and different lifestyles and had become poorly suited to contemporary living. We worked with Stacy Thompson of Compass Design for the design and finishing touches on this renovation. The makeover included improving the awkwardness of the front entrance into the dining room, lightening up the staircase with new spindles, treads and a brighter color scheme in the hall. New carpet and hardwoods throughout brought an enhanced consistency through the first floor. We were able to take two separate rooms and create one large sunroom with walls of windows and beautiful natural light to abound, with a custom designed fireplace. The downstairs powder received a much-needed makeover incorporating elegant transitional plumbing and lighting fixtures. In addition, we did a complete top-to-bottom makeover of the kitchen, including custom cabinetry, new appliances and plumbing and lighting fixtures. Soft gray tile and modern quartz countertops bring a clean, bright space for this family to enjoy. This delightful home, with its clean spaces and durable surfaces is a textbook example of how to take a solid but dull abode and turn it into a dream home for a young family.

Our work

C.A. Nelson Architecture Group, LLC

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Waterfront Shingle Style in Old Greenwich

Thompson Raissis Architects

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Sheffield Construction Company, Inc

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J Mozeley interiors

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Arlington Bungalow

Alison Giese Interiors

A masculine home office was created for the man of the house, featuring classic shaker-style built-ins for plenty of organized storage.
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Benjamin Moore

(Accent Wall): Wenge AF-180, Aura Interior Eggshell (Trim): Ice Mist OC-67, Advance Interior Semi-Gloss (Ceiling): Ice Mist OC-67, Waterborne Ceiling Paint Ultra Flat

Stepping Stones

RR Builders, LLC

Library: • Mahogany raised paneling; stained with custom hand rubbed glaze finish • Wet bar including Sub Zero integrated refrigerator, satin nickel Rohl faucet, hammered stainless steel round sink, 1 1/4”marble- honed absolute black countertop, upper glass cabinets with low voltage lighting and under cabinet lighting • Coffered ceiling with mahogany mouldings and ceiling panels, window and door casing 2 piece, plynth blocks on door and cased openings • Masonry fireplace with marble-honed absolute black surround & hearth; wood burning and piped for gas logs • Select and better red oak flooring (3 1/2”) • Electrical outlets, located in baseboard; floor outlets data/com/electrical • Wired for whole house sound and wired for plasma TV location • French door to covered bluestone porch • Recessed lighting installed

Modern Gas Insert Fireplace

Dovetail Group LLC

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JAM Architecture

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Masa Studio Architects

JR Woody
Large country study room in Houston with red walls, medium hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Woman's Glam Home Office

Michael Molesky Interior Design

This home's formal living room was repurposed as the wife's home office. A new mirror wall of custom cabinetry was added to provide much needed storage. Two lounge chairs provide additional seating for family members. The blue and coral color scheme is a homeowner favorite.

Cove Property

C.E.I.

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Petrucci Johnson Homes

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William T Baker Houses

William T Baker

James Lockheart
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Waterford Gardens

Sage Realty Partners

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Lakeside Renaissance

AOME Architects

The warm, cozy office, adjacent to the formal entrance, resides in what had originally been an indoor swim spa with a rock grotto waterfall.
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Round Hill Stone Estate, Greenwich, CT

Roughan Interior Design

Photography John Gruen
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Creber Construction, Inc.

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Small antique style gas fireplace

DK Martin Construction

Design ideas for a traditional home office in Seattle with medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a wood fireplace surround.

Home Office Design Ideas with Medium Hardwood Floors and a Wood 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.