Inspiration for a transitional home office in Atlanta with black walls, medium hardwood floors, a built-in desk, brown floor and panelled walls.

Home Office

Rose & Lily Interiors

This is an example of a mid-sized modern study room in Atlanta with black walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, a built-in desk, black floor, wood and wallpaper.

Willowsford New Construction

Interior Style by Marisa Moore

Worked with this client from the ground up. Helped select all finishes , colors, furnishings, lighting, etc. in a modern industrial style. Used various shades of blues and grays and neutral furniture creating a clean and cozy space.

Property Brothers At Home: Drew's Honeymoon House

Breeze Giannasio Interiors

Gilles Mingassan
Design ideas for an eclectic study room in Los Angeles with black walls, dark hardwood floors and a freestanding desk.

Urban Modern Scandi

Traci Connell Interiors

Contemporary home office in Dallas with black walls, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Daffodil - Mid Century

Berghuis Construction LLC

Mid-sized contemporary study room in Grand Rapids with black walls, light hardwood floors, a built-in desk, no fireplace and beige floor.

Urban Elegance

Laura Manchee Designs

The client desired a fun black and white office that highlighted her various photography projects. A reading nook was designed at the bench seat to offer a special retreat for reading and relaxation.

Vallejo Street Highrise

Design Line Construction, Inc.

Photo of a traditional home office in San Francisco with black walls and beige floor.

Old Campbell Lake House

Celtic Custom Homes

Inspiration for a mid-sized arts and crafts study room in Little Rock with black walls, light hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, coffered and wood walls.

Equestrian Office

Haus of Rowe Interiors

We transformed this barely used Sunroom into a fully functional home office because ...well, Covid. We opted for a dark and dramatic wall and ceiling color, BM Black Beauty, after learning about the homeowners love for all things equestrian. This moody color envelopes the space and we added texture with wood elements and brushed brass accents to shine against the black backdrop.

Tudor Noir

Colossus Mfg.

The dark black shelving of the office wall contracts strikingly with the light flooring and furniture, creating a sense of depth.
This is an example of a small transitional home studio in Sacramento with black walls, vinyl floors, a built-in desk and beige floor.

Contemporary Home Office

Inspiration for a small contemporary study room in San Diego with black walls, light hardwood floors, a built-in desk and beige floor.

Hawthorn Home

MR.MITCHELL

The Victorian heritage of this landmark property in Hawthorn provides inspiration for the classic modern interior scheme. A palette of black and white is complemented by the use of Calacutta Marble, mirrored surfaces and dark stained timbers. Classic furnishings and light fittings are given a modern twist.

Projet Leclerc

CP Design Interieur

Le bureau se voulait être un espace reposant. Il sera amené à être également une chambre d'amis aussi l'ambiance devait se prêter aux 2 fonctions. Le parquet a été entièrement refait/ Coup de coeur pour ce beau panoramique qui nous emmène au loin!

Arcadia Lights

AFT Construction

Design ideas for a large transitional home office in Phoenix with a library, black walls, light hardwood floors, a built-in desk, beige floor and panelled walls.

Luxury Modern Farmhouse in Town & Country, MO

Hibbs Homes

The main floor home office features rich custom cabinetry and a modern light fixture to give this room drama and coziness.
Large country study room in St Louis with black walls, light hardwood floors, a built-in desk and brown floor.

Délimiter un espace bureau dans une chambre d'amis

Esprit Riviera

Le contraste entre le bois noir du bureau et son l'environnement végétal dans lequel il s'inscrit créé un équilibre parfait entre l'élégance et la légèreté.

Lakeside Retreat

Tielens Construction Inc.

Design ideas for a large modern home office in Other with black walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk and beige floor.

English Countryside Manor

Patrick Dyke Collaborative l.l.c.

Dayna Flory Interiors Martin Vecchio Photography
Inspiration for a large transitional home office in Detroit with a built-in desk, black walls, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Classic Traditional Exterior

Timber Trails Development Company

Design ideas for a transitional home office in Chicago with black walls, dark hardwood floors, a built-in desk and brown floor.

Home Office Design Ideas with Black 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.