Shou Sugi Cab-ban - Log Burning Stove Plate

Decorative laser cut steelwork
This is an example of a small contemporary home studio in Other with red walls, slate floors, a wood stove, a tile fireplace surround, a built-in desk, black floor, timber and planked wall panelling.

Old Rectory

Edward McCann Architecture

Design ideas for a small contemporary study room in London with brown walls, carpet, a wood stove, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and beige floor.

Yuzen Base | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Mid-Century Modern Customer Space | MI

Flooret

Clean and bright vinyl planks for a space where you can clear your mind and relax. Unique knots bring life and intrigue to this tranquil maple design. With the Modin Collection, we have raised the bar on luxury vinyl plank. The result is a new standard in resilient flooring. Modin offers true embossed in register texture, a low sheen level, a rigid SPC core, an industry-leading wear layer, and so much more.

Shou Sugi Cab-ban - Sawn Oak Linings

Studio Four Point Ten

Decorative wall recess lined with sawn oak panelling.
Small contemporary home studio in Other with red walls, slate floors, a wood stove, a tile fireplace surround, a built-in desk, black floor, timber and planked wall panelling.

Old Rectory

Edward McCann Architecture

This is an example of a small contemporary study room in London with brown walls, carpet, a wood stove, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and beige floor.

Urbanvista Millwork

Urban Vista Cabinets Inc.

As a company that takes pride in our MILLWORK, Europen standard suspension hardware. Our cabinets are personalized to suit every taste, style, and choice, resulting in an enduring expression of your personality. • Operated Since 2005 • 16,000 sq. feet factory • German WORK4.0 production line • High-end spray booth & dryer room • Service all Lower Mainland • We speak English, French, Chinese, Korean Cabinet Closet Millwork Urbanvista since 2005

Urbanvista Millwork

Urban Vista Cabinets Inc.

Shou Sugi Cab-ban - Sawn Oak Interior

Studio Four Point Ten

Rough sawn English Oak panelling used to line walls and form bunk bed furniture.
Photo of a small contemporary home studio in Other with red walls, slate floors, a wood stove, a tile fireplace surround, a built-in desk, black floor, timber and planked wall panelling.

Urbanvista Millwork

Urban Vista Cabinets Inc.

As a company that takes pride in our MILLWORK, Europen standard suspension hardware.
Inspiration for a mid-sized arts and crafts home studio in Vancouver with brown walls, plywood floors, a wood stove, a wood fireplace surround, a built-in desk and white floor.

Urbanvista Millwork

Urban Vista Cabinets Inc.

Home Office Design Ideas with a Wood Stove

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.