SeaThru is a new, waterfront, modern home. SeaThru was inspired by the mid-century modern homes from our area, known as the Sarasota School of Architecture. This homes designed to offer more than the standard, ubiquitous rear-yard waterfront outdoor space. A central courtyard offer the residents a respite from the heat that accompanies west sun, and creates a gorgeous intermediate view fro guest staying in the semi-attached guest suite, who can actually SEE THROUGH the main living space and enjoy the bay views. Noble materials such as stone cladding, oak floors, composite wood louver screens and generous amounts of glass lend to a relaxed, warm-contemporary feeling not typically common to these types of homes. Photos by Ryan Gamma Photography

Omaha, Nebraska Residence- Interior Design for New Build

Haven Design and Construction

This beautiful home office boasts charcoal cabinetry with loads of storage. The left doors hide a printer station, while the right doors organize clear plastic bins for scrapbooking. For interest, a marble mosaic floor tile rug was inset into the wood look floor tile. The wall opposite the desk also features lots of countertop space for crafting, as well as additional storage cabinets. File drawers and organization for wrapping paper and gift bags round out this functional home office.

Eichler - Inspired Home

Carmit Oron Interior Design

Inspiration for a large midcentury study room in San Francisco with blue walls, porcelain floors, a freestanding desk, grey floor and timber.

Angolo studio

2b Architects

Un angolo studio dai toni neutri ma con una carta da parati personalizzata per creare contrasto cromatico
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary study room in Milan with beige walls, a freestanding desk, beige floor and porcelain floors.

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Fotografa

claudia messana
Design ideas for a mid-sized scandinavian home studio in Catania-Palermo with white walls, porcelain floors and a freestanding desk.

Family Work Room/Office

Homes by Design

This Home Office/Work Room is the perfect place to pay bills, do homework, or crafting. Multiple work surfaces and ample storage make this the perfect family space for work or creativity.

3000 Williams Island Blvd #2005

MILA DESIGN

Modern home office in Miami with white walls, porcelain floors, a built-in desk and grey floor.

Tyler Lakehouse

BGI Design

This is an example of a mid-sized beach style study room in Dallas with porcelain floors, a built-in desk, brown floor and panelled walls.

Olana Drive

Hills & Grant

Photo: Lisa Petrole
Design ideas for a large modern study room in San Francisco with white walls, porcelain floors and a built-in desk.

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Rasmussen / Su Architects

Jeffrey Totaro
Inspiration for a contemporary study room in Philadelphia with white walls, bamboo floors, no fireplace and a built-in desk.

510 Manor Rd Modern Mediterranean

Daze Design Studios

This room already had cabinets lining the walls and budget wouldn't allow for removing them. We used White primer to paint the laminate cabinets and distressed them with Annie Sloan paint. Copper pipes were cut and fit to plumbing pipe connectors to fashion shelving brackets and hangers. An antique copper light was purchased from a second hand store to add a farmhouse vibe to this hobby/craft room. Photography by Malte Strauss

Sunset District Residence

Workroom C

Photo of a transitional home office in San Francisco with blue walls, a freestanding desk, porcelain floors, no fireplace and brown floor.

Deloache Ave Residence

Mohment

Home office with built in desk and storage and seating area.
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury home office in Dallas with a library, white walls, porcelain floors, a built-in desk, beige floor and no fireplace.

Armstrong

A & S Carpet

Photo of a mid-sized industrial study room in Newark with brown walls, porcelain floors and a freestanding desk.

Suprise! Dual Purposed Room

Dedham Cabinet Shop

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional study room in Boston with red walls, porcelain floors, no fireplace, a built-in desk and white floor.

Reforma Emili Juncadella

Sincro

Inspiration for a small scandinavian study room in Barcelona with white walls, porcelain floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk and grey floor.

SeaThru

Josh Wynne Construction

Guy Hill Basement

FBC Remodel

©Finished Basement Company Custom hand painted flooring
Photo of a mid-sized transitional craft room in Denver with grey walls, porcelain floors, no fireplace, a built-in desk and white floor.

Our Work

European Granite & Marble

Inspiration for an expansive contemporary home office in New York with a library, white walls, porcelain floors, no fireplace and a freestanding desk.

Wheat Ridge Mid-Century - 2nd Bedroom (Office) After

Blue Leaf Design Build - Dahlia Interiors

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury home office in Denver with multi-coloured walls, bamboo floors, a built-in desk and brown floor.

Home Office Design Ideas with Bamboo Floors and Porcelain Floors

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.