This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary study room in Dublin with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and panelled walls.

Country Club Full Gut Rehab

Daluca Construction

The separate office has an exit to the second covered pergola porch.
This is an example of a small home office in Chicago with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and panelled walls.

Luxury Family House in Ascot

Ensoul Ltd

A great home office with lots of interest and functionality from bespoke, built in shelving and cabinetry. Accent chair for visitors and reading. Freestanding desk lightens the room and blends with herringbone, timber flooring.

Manchester, MA - Grothouse for This Old House® Cape Ann Project

Grothouse Wood Countertops

Countertop Wood: Walnut Category: Desktop Construction Style: Flat Grain Countertop Thickness: 1-3/4" thick Size: 26-3/4" x 93-3/4" Countertop Edge Profile: 1/8” Roundover on top and bottom edges on three sides, 1/8” radius on two vertical corners Wood Countertop Finish: Durata® Waterproof Permanent Finish in Matte Sheen Wood Stain: N/A Designer: Venegas and Company, Boston for This Old House® Cape Ann Project Job: 23933

Franklin Park Residence

Purple Cherry Architects

These pocket doors were handcrafted with authentic stile and rail construction.
Small study room in DC Metro with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, brown floor, timber and panelled walls.

The OWO Residences by Raffles

Angel O'Donnell

This statement study means business with a striking wire brushed oak desk with elegant, splayed legs and weighty pedestal. The gentle curve of the desk, coupled with the leather inlaid writing surface, speaks of craftsmanship and quiet luxury. The desk chair was designed in-house to blend comfort and style, the chair’s been upholstered in dual tone leather, mixing pale and dark greys for a confident, sharp-lined look. The visitor's chair, also designed in-house, is inspired by Art Deco’s love of Eastern embellishment, the geometrically structured, mocha-stained oakwood frame is another statement piece in a room filled with eye-catching furniture. The pendant light comprises adjustable antique brass arms and swivel shades that branch out in different directions. The abstract wool rug contrasts with the harder, more ‘power-statement’ pieces in the room.

Enchanted Retreat

Ethnic Chic - Home Couture

This is an example of a large contemporary home office in Other with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk, brown floor and panelled walls.

Artistry Palm Beach - Michelangelo Model Home Office

Masterpiece Design Group

For the love of wine we designed a beautiful wine room to include modern stainless shelves, and a beautiful Onyx feature wall. The office custom cabinetry has wood veneer walls to include shelving, and granite countertops..

Greenleaf- Luxury Staging in Darien

BA Staging & Interiors

"Greenleaf" is a luxury, new construction home in Darien, CT. Sophisticated furniture, artisan accessories and a combination of bold and neutral tones were used to create a lifestyle experience. Our staging highlights the beautiful architectural interior design done by Stephanie Rapp Interiors.

Newtown Square Home

Sarah Hermans for Sheffield Furniture

Elegant cozy updated traditional home office. With paneling on the walls, bar area, and seating area.
Photo of a mid-sized transitional study room in Philadelphia with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and panelled walls.

Home Office / Den / Library

Francois Tenenbaum - Design by Francois, LLC

Bergeres Chairs
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional home office in New York with a library, blue walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk, red floor and panelled walls.

Apartment Refurbishment, Holland Park

Studio 95 Interiors

A complete redesign of what was the guest bedroom to make this into a cosy and stylish home office retreat. The brief was to still use it as a guest bedroom as required and a plush velvet chesterfield style sofabed was included in the design. h

Ravenswood loft conversion

Studio Fabbri

Contemporary home office in loft conversion. This space is designed to be multi-functional as an office space and guest room. The finishes are have been considered for their sustainability and where possible waste or left over materials have been re-used in the design. The flooring is cork and the wall panelling and shelves are made from re-purposed floor boards left over from the ground floor refurbishment.

Modern Coastal Style Home Office

ITECTDESIGN LLC.

A modern coastal style home office featuring bold wall color and fluted paneling for a unique bold look. For this office design, the furniture selection consisted of a sophisticated high-end pieces for a timeless luxurious look than offers all the elements needed for a comfortable yet professional space.

Private Waterfront Residence on the Chester River

Purple Cherry Architects

Photo of a large traditional study room in Baltimore with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, brown floor, recessed and panelled walls.

White Transitional Kitchen Makeover: Italian-Inspired with Brass Accents & Stain

Boss Design Center

Photo of an expansive home office in DC Metro with a library, blue walls, light hardwood floors, a corner fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk, beige floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Study & Wine Room

Emma Tutill Ltd

Inspiration for a large transitional study room in London with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and panelled walls.

Oak Point Rennovation

Granger Remodel & Design

Photo of a large traditional study room in Dallas with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, a built-in desk, brown floor and panelled walls.

Built-Ins With A Reading Nook

Christopher Scott Cabinetry and Design Inc.

Studying, crafts, homework, and more happen at this three-person desk. Each space has a drawer and ledge, perfect for each person to store their belongings while sharing this collaborative space.

Home Office

Grayscale Homes Designs

Inspiration for a small eclectic study room in New York with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, brown floor and panelled walls.

Home Office Design Ideas with Blue Walls and Panelled 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.