In another part of the house, a seldom used study was given a new lease of life with graphic wallpaper and a gold frame around a favourite print. Smart dark green painted cabinetry with polished desktop contrast nicely with textured wool carpet on the floor. Now given the No Chintz treatment, this is now a well used and enjoyed work space.

Arts & Crafts House, Malvern

Brownlow Interior Design

Traditional home office in Melbourne with multi-coloured walls, a freestanding desk, grey floor and wallpaper.

Modern European Residence

Deep River Partners

The need for a productive and comfortable space was the motive for the study design. A culmination of ideas supports daily routines from the computer desk for correspondence, the worktable to review documents, or the sofa to read reports. The wood mantel creates the base for the art niche, which provides a space for one homeowner’s taste in modern art to be expressed. Horizontal wood elements are stained for layered warmth from the floor, wood tops, mantel, and ceiling beams. The walls are covered in a natural paper weave with a green tone that is pulled to the built-ins flanking the marble fireplace for a happier work environment. Connections to the outside are a welcome relief to enjoy views to the front, or pass through the doors to the private outdoor patio at the back of the home. The ceiling light fixture has linen panels as a tie to personal ship artwork displayed in the office.

The House In Arnold

Katie Carlin Interiors

Inspiration for a traditional home office in Baltimore with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a built-in desk, brown floor and wallpaper.

Showroom: 70 Mark Drive, Delmont, PA 15626

Inspired Closets by Tom

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional study room in Other with beige walls, porcelain floors, no fireplace, a built-in desk and brown floor.

Oldfield Custom Home

Coastal Signature Homes

This sitting room, with built in desk, is in the master bedroom, with pocket doors to close off. Perfect private spot all of your own. .
Design ideas for a mid-sized arts and crafts study room in Atlanta with medium hardwood floors, beige walls, no fireplace, a built-in desk and brown floor.

Boston Commonwealth

Ana Donohue Interiors

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional study room in Boston with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace and a freestanding desk.

Ashton Woods Home Offices

Ashton Woods

Contrast your white built in desk with dark wooden floors while connecting the two with beige walls. Seen in Bluffview, a Dallas community.
Mid-sized contemporary study room in Dallas with beige walls, dark hardwood floors and a built-in desk.

Lake Josephine Home

Muska Lighting Center

Transitional home office in Minneapolis with beige walls, carpet, a freestanding desk and beige floor.

Canyon Creek Cabinetry

Capital Cabinets & Floor

Photo of a transitional craft room in Sacramento with multi-coloured walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace and a built-in desk.

Family Room with Built in Work Space

Distinctive Interiors

We created a built in work space on the back end of the new family room. The blue gray color scheme, with pops of orange was carried through to add some interest. Ada Chairs from Mitchell Gold were selected to add a luxurious, yet comfortable desk seat. Kayla Lynne Photography

Sarto QUADRO - Natural Wood Veneer - Contemporary Interior Door

User

Photo of a small modern study room in New York with multi-coloured walls.

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

EGR Classic

Scott Christopher Homes

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional home office in Grand Rapids with beige walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, a built-in desk and brown floor.

Bradley House

FineCraft Contractors, Inc.

Location: Bethesda, MD, USA We demolished an existing house that was built in the mid-1900s and built this house in its place. Everything about this new house is top-notch - from the materials used to the craftsmanship. The existing house was about 1600 sf. This new house is over 5000 sf. We made great use of space throughout, including the livable attic with a guest bedroom and bath. Finecraft Contractors, Inc. GTM Architects Photographed by: Ken Wyner

Harbor View

Albert, Righter & Tittmann Architects, Inc.

Harbor View is a modern-day interpretation of the shingled vacation houses of its seaside community. The gambrel roof, horizontal, ground-hugging emphasis, and feeling of simplicity, are all part of the character of the place. While fitting in with local traditions, Harbor View is meant for modern living. The kitchen is a central gathering spot, open to the main combined living/dining room and to the waterside porch. One easily moves between indoors and outdoors. The house is designed for an active family, a couple with three grown children and a growing number of grandchildren. It is zoned so that the whole family can be there together but retain privacy. Living, dining, kitchen, library, and porch occupy the center of the main floor. One-story wings on each side house two bedrooms and bathrooms apiece, and two more bedrooms and bathrooms and a study occupy the second floor of the central block. The house is mostly one room deep, allowing cross breezes and light from both sides. The porch, a third of which is screened, is a main dining and living space, with a stone fireplace offering a cozy place to gather on summer evenings. A barn with a loft provides storage for a car or boat off-season and serves as a big space for projects or parties in summer.

Intracoastal Residence

b+g design inc.

Inspiration for a contemporary study room in Miami with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and beige floor.

Old World Elegance

Ivanka's

Large traditional home office in New York with a library, beige walls, porcelain floors, a freestanding desk and black floor.

Maison Noir

CM Natural Designs

This builder-house was purchased by a young couple with high taste and style. In order to personalize and elevate it, each room was given special attention down to the smallest details. Inspiration was gathered from multiple European influences, especially French style. The outcome was a home that makes you never want to leave.

South End Condominium

LDa Architecture & Interiors

Interiors: LDa Architecture & Interiors Contractor: Dave Cohen of Hampden Design Photography: Sean Litchfield
Photo of a transitional study room in Boston with beige walls, carpet and a freestanding desk.

Home Office Design Ideas with Beige Walls and Multi-coloured Walls

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.