Mid-sized modern study room in San Francisco with white walls, light hardwood floors, a built-in desk and beige floor.

Jeri Koegel Photography
Inspiration for a small traditional home office in Orange County with a library, beige walls, carpet, no fireplace and beige floor.

Main Residence - Elevator Addition

Rebecca Mitchell Interiors

Laura Garner
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional craft room in Montreal with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a built-in desk and beige floor.

Our Work

Sage Design Group, Inc.

Inspiration for a large transitional study room in San Diego with carpet, no fireplace, a built-in desk, beige floor and grey walls.

MODERN NEW CONSTRUCTION

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A masterpiece of light and design, this gorgeous Beverly Hills contemporary is filled with incredible moments, offering the perfect balance of intimate corners and open spaces. A large driveway with space for ten cars is complete with a contemporary fountain wall that beckons guests inside. An amazing pivot door opens to an airy foyer and light-filled corridor with sliding walls of glass and high ceilings enhancing the space and scale of every room. An elegant study features a tranquil outdoor garden and faces an open living area with fireplace. A formal dining room spills into the incredible gourmet Italian kitchen with butler’s pantry—complete with Miele appliances, eat-in island and Carrara marble countertops—and an additional open living area is roomy and bright. Two well-appointed powder rooms on either end of the main floor offer luxury and convenience. Surrounded by large windows and skylights, the stairway to the second floor overlooks incredible views of the home and its natural surroundings. A gallery space awaits an owner’s art collection at the top of the landing and an elevator, accessible from every floor in the home, opens just outside the master suite. Three en-suite guest rooms are spacious and bright, all featuring walk-in closets, gorgeous bathrooms and balconies that open to exquisite canyon views. A striking master suite features a sitting area, fireplace, stunning walk-in closet with cedar wood shelving, and marble bathroom with stand-alone tub. A spacious balcony extends the entire length of the room and floor-to-ceiling windows create a feeling of openness and connection to nature. A large grassy area accessible from the second level is ideal for relaxing and entertaining with family and friends, and features a fire pit with ample lounge seating and tall hedges for privacy and seclusion. Downstairs, an infinity pool with deck and canyon views feels like a natural extension of the home, seamlessly integrated with the indoor living areas through sliding pocket doors. Amenities and features including a glassed-in wine room and tasting area, additional en-suite bedroom ideal for staff quarters, designer fixtures and appliances and ample parking complete this superb hillside retreat.

Murphy Wall Beds

Inspired Closets Anchorage

Photo of a large traditional home studio in Other with beige walls, carpet, a freestanding desk, no fireplace and beige floor.

18005 Quarterhorse Lane

SCHROLL CABINETS

Design ideas for a mid-sized country home office in Denver with beige walls, carpet, no fireplace, a built-in desk and beige floor.

Highgrove Basement

Greg Love Homes

This client chose to finish the basement of their home to create a home office. The glass doors offer privacy while still allowing the small basement to have an open feeling.

Ocean House Office

Flagg Coastal Homes

Inspiration for a beach style study room in San Diego with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and beige floor.

Private Home in Chiswick, London

Found Associates

Hufton & Crow
This is an example of a transitional home office in London with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and beige floor.

Living Space, Kitchen & Entry

Ernesto Santalla PLLC

Ernesto Santalla PLLC is located in historic Georgetown, Washington, DC. Ernesto Santalla was born in Cuba and received a degree in Architecture from Cornell University in 1984, following which he moved to Washington, DC, and became a registered architect. Since then, he has contributed to the changing skyline of DC and worked on projects in the United States, Puerto Rico, and Europe. His work has been widely published and received numerous awards. Ernesto Santalla PLLC offers professional services in Architecture, Interior Design, and Graphic Design. This website creates a window to Ernesto's projects, ideas and process–just enough to whet the appetite. We invite you to visit our office to learn more about us and our work. Photography by Geoffrey Hodgdon

Fall 2013 Parade of Homes-Platinum Award Winner

June DeLugas Interiors

A built-in desk with storage can be hidden by pocket doors when not in use. Custom-built with wood desk top and fabric backing. Photo by J. Sinclair

Rustic Modern Home

Custom One Homes

Inspiration for a transitional study room in Minneapolis with carpet, no fireplace, a freestanding desk, beige floor and grey walls.

Mashpee Shingle Style

ArchiPlicity, LLC

Katherine Jackson Architectural Photography
Design ideas for a large transitional study room in Boston with blue walls, light hardwood floors, a built-in desk and beige floor.

Home Office

J.G.& L. Cabinetry and Design Inc.

Fun and Functional space for the kids to study, do homework or surf the web.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary study room in Miami with beige walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, a built-in desk and beige floor.

Dumbo Loft

Benjamin Andres Architekt

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury study room in New York with multi-coloured walls, light hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and beige floor.

Day at the Upper Beach

Eurodale Developments Inc

Converted the former third floor primary suite into a two bedroom suite with built ins to provide bedroom independence to the whole family! This is the new kids bedroom homework and closet area - all custom millwork

Serene and Bright White and Blue Home Office

My Bespoke Room

Design ideas for a large scandinavian home office in London with white walls, light hardwood floors, a built-in desk and beige floor.

Travis Heights Bungalow

MB Sullivan Design LLC

This is an example of a transitional home office in Austin with white walls, light hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, beige floor and vaulted.

Library Retreat

Hermitage Kitchen Gallery LLC

Photo of a traditional home office in Nashville with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, beige floor, exposed beam and vaulted.

Home Office Design Ideas with Beige Floor and Yellow Floor

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.