Troy Thies
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional study room in Minneapolis with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, no fireplace and brown floor.

Glenview Classic

Dual Concept Design

Bright home office, located right off of the main entry, features built ins for storage and display of collected artifacts. Soft, blue walls with a pop of color in the artwork, and accents of brass metal throughout set the tone for the rest of the spaces in the home.

Herne Hill

Cassidy Hughes Interior Design

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

Walker Tower Project

JARVISSTUDIO

This is an example of a transitional study room in New York with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, a built-in desk and brown floor.

Bureaux Paris

Juliette Breton

Un salon et des bureaux au style scandinave et contemporain; canapé et pouf en velours, table basse en métal et marbre vert, tapis berbère, suspensions en laiton. Le contour du mur d'entrée peint apporte un cadre esthétique, les miroirs du rythme et de la profondeur.

Chattahoochee River Home

Leah Atkins Design, LLC

Traditional home office in Atlanta with blue walls, no fireplace, a freestanding desk and dark hardwood floors.

Espace Bureau sur mesure

Jean-Christophe Peyrieux

Espace bureau dans chambre d'amis.Mobilier sur mesure coordonné aux teintes du papier peint.
Design ideas for a large contemporary study room in Paris with blue walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk and beige floor.

Sandalwood transitional

Jamestown Estate Homes

Starlight Images Inc.
Photo of an expansive transitional study room in Houston with blue walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk and beige floor.

Tranquil Sophistication

Henderson Custom Homes & Remodeling

This is an example of a large eclectic study room in Dallas with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk, brown floor and vaulted.

Historic Charles C. Doe House

Colin Smith Architecture Inc.

Arts and crafts study room in Boston with blue walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace and a freestanding desk.

Ridgewood Gentleman's Home Office

JK interior living

Raquel Langworthy
Photo of a mid-sized eclectic study room in New York with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

His & Hers Offices

Soko Design

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

State Street

General Assembly

Joe Fletcher
Photo of a mid-sized scandinavian home office in New York with a library, blue walls, medium hardwood floors and no fireplace.

Edmond House

14+CO Design Studio

Mid-sized transitional home office in Oklahoma City with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, no fireplace and brown floor.

La Dolce Vita

Agence Véronique Cotrel

Christophe Rouffio
Mid-sized contemporary study room in Paris with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace and a freestanding desk.

Indy Craft Room

California Closets of Tennessee

A large work space and multiple storage options inspire creativity and order in this well-designed room.
Large contemporary craft room in Nashville with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace and a built-in desk.

Contemporary Home Office Built-ins

Little Wolf Cabinet Shop

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary study room in New York with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace and a built-in desk.

French-Inspired Apartment in New York

Gleicher Design - Architecture & Interiors

Linda Hall
This is an example of a small traditional study room in New York with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace and a built-in desk.

Private apartment

Design By Us Interior

Photo of a large midcentury study room in Copenhagen with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and no fireplace.

Craft Room

Bella Systems - Custom Closets

This is an example of a large contemporary craft room in Other with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace and a built-in desk.

Home Office Design Ideas with Blue Walls and No Fireplace

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.