Mid-sized arts and crafts study room in Other with blue walls, carpet and a built-in desk.

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional study room in Jacksonville with blue walls, carpet, no fireplace and a built-in desk.

Truckee Retreat

Antonio Martins Interior Design

Drew Kelly
Large industrial study room in Sacramento with multi-coloured walls, carpet, no fireplace and a built-in desk.

Custom Contemporary

Ludington Construction Inc.

This is an example of a contemporary study room in Los Angeles with carpet, a freestanding desk and blue walls.

Ninos Residence

SC Homes

Design ideas for a traditional study room in Orange County with blue walls, light hardwood floors and a freestanding desk.

The His and Her's Home Office

Motiani Design

Tessa Neustadt
Inspiration for a contemporary home office in New York with blue walls and a freestanding desk.

Baltimore City Townhouse Refresh

Folding Chair Design

Katie Merkle
Photo of a mid-sized transitional home office in Baltimore with blue walls, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Midway House

Studio McGee

Shea McGee
This is an example of a beach style study room in Salt Lake City with blue walls, medium hardwood floors and a freestanding desk.

Tealwood house

Gonzalez Architects

This is an example of a small traditional home office in Houston with blue walls, medium hardwood floors and a built-in desk.

Parade of Homes 2014

Look Through My Window

Large eclectic study room in Kansas City with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and no fireplace.

Condo Update

Margaret Norris Design

After! - Margaret Norris Design
Inspiration for an eclectic home office in Austin with blue walls and a freestanding desk.

Great Neighborhood Homes

Photography by VHT
Contemporary home office in Minneapolis with a built-in desk and blue walls.

Hollywood Residence

Elizabeth Gordon

Photo of a mid-sized transitional study room in Los Angeles with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace and a freestanding desk.

Harlem Apartment - Home Office

Scheer & Co. Interior Design

Photo of an eclectic home office in New York with multi-coloured walls and medium hardwood floors.

Updated English Manor

K Two Designs, Inc.

No English manor would be complete without a library, or a man cave today. Blue - grey walls envelope a library with bookshelves in the same color. Accents of red and black give the room its manly feel. This room, little more than a closet, was totally gutted to take out a non-functioning desk and make this a place to read and relax.

Close-up 2

Kehoe Wilson Design LLC

Antique pair of ebonized & gilded marble-top end tables flank a period Directoire sofa upholstered en tableau in Kathryn Ireland, with regal Brunswig et Fils-covered accent pillows, accompanied by LXVI armchair and exquisite ottoman topped by Chinoiserie tray

Mid-Century Coastal - Whole Home Remodel

2 Navy Lane, LLC

Our client loves deep jewel tones and this first floor home office delivers. Her in-person meeting attendees are made quite comfortable in the luxurious, emerald velvet guest chairs. The desk was painted and color matched to the chairs for an undeniably elegant look and feel. The light fixture above her desk belonged to a family member and was important to our client so we included it in the design to give a sense of personalization and bring in a sense of closeness to her loved ones. For this office space, we did floor-to-ceiling custom built-ins. These are not your typical built-ins. With wide shelving that allowed for intrigue with house art and large scale accessories. Zoom background envy, anyone?

Atomic Ranch MCM Main House

Breathe Design Studio

Our Austin studio decided to go bold with this project by ensuring that each space had a unique identity in the Mid-Century Modern style bathroom, butler's pantry, and mudroom. We covered the bathroom walls and flooring with stylish beige and yellow tile that was cleverly installed to look like two different patterns. The mint cabinet and pink vanity reflect the mid-century color palette. The stylish knobs and fittings add an extra splash of fun to the bathroom. The butler's pantry is located right behind the kitchen and serves multiple functions like storage, a study area, and a bar. We went with a moody blue color for the cabinets and included a raw wood open shelf to give depth and warmth to the space. We went with some gorgeous artistic tiles that create a bold, intriguing look in the space. In the mudroom, we used siding materials to create a shiplap effect to create warmth and texture – a homage to the classic Mid-Century Modern design. We used the same blue from the butler's pantry to create a cohesive effect. The large mint cabinets add a lighter touch to the space. --- Project designed by the Atomic Ranch featured modern designers at Breathe Design Studio. From their Austin design studio, they serve an eclectic and accomplished nationwide clientele including in Palm Springs, LA, and the San Francisco Bay Area. For more about Breathe Design Studio, see here: https://www.breathedesignstudio.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://www.breathedesignstudio.com/atomic-ranch

Modern California Casual

Kimberley Kay Interiors

THis home office/Guest room is a small but mighty space....being able to get in a trundle bed for those visitors all while you have a home office space for the other days those guests aren't here....is premier!

Conserver et accentuer le charme de son appartement parisien - Projet Chalon

Mon Concept Habitation

Notre cliente venait de faire l’acquisition d’un appartement au charme parisien. On y retrouve de belles moulures, un parquet à l’anglaise et ce sublime poêle en céramique. Néanmoins, le bien avait besoin d’un coup de frais et une adaptation aux goûts de notre cliente ! Dans l’ensemble, nous avons travaillé sur des couleurs douces. L’exemple le plus probant : la cuisine. Elle vient se décliner en plusieurs bleus clairs. Notre cliente souhaitant limiter la propagation des odeurs, nous l’avons fermée avec une porte vitrée. Son style vient faire écho à la verrière du bureau afin de souligner le caractère de l’appartement. Le bureau est une création sur-mesure. A mi-chemin entre le bureau et la bibliothèque, il est un coin idéal pour travailler sans pour autant s’isoler. Ouvert et avec sa verrière, il profite de la lumière du séjour où la luminosité est maximisée grâce aux murs blancs.

Home Office Design Ideas with Blue 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.