Inspiration for a small transitional study room in London with blue walls, carpet, a freestanding desk, beige floor and panelled walls.

Shaughnessy Heritage

Versa Homes

Traditional study room in Other with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk, brown floor and panelled walls.

Renovation of a Period Property

Rimma Monk ID

When we renovated this period English house, we wanted to pay homage to the historical significance and charm of the property while also updating it to meet modern needs and aesthetic preferences. In terms of the design aesthetic, we drew inspiration from traditional English homes, incorporating warm, natural materials like wood and stone, and emphasising comfortable, inviting spaces. I also added modern touches, such as sleek lighting fixtures and accessories to create a sense of contrast and balance.

Newtown Square Home

Sarah Hermans for Sheffield Furniture

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

Славянский бульвар

Sweet Home

Рядом с диваном встроен шкаф для одежды и библиотека с полками серо-синего цвета в тон стене за диваном. Фасады из стекла в черной металлической раме надежно защищают книги и декор от пыли.

Apartment Refurbishment, Holland Park

Studio 95 Interiors

Two lovely brass wall lights with silk lampshades have been added to two of the new wall panels either side of the fun parrot prints in the centre panel.

Oak Point Rennovation

Granger Remodel & Design

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

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.

Проект "Части целого"

CODIA

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional study room in Moscow with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, brown floor and panelled walls.

Surrey Hills Family Home

April Hamilton Interiors LLP

Photo of a large transitional study room in Surrey with blue walls, carpet, no fireplace, a freestanding desk, beige floor and panelled walls.

Study & Wine Room

Emma Tutill Ltd

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

On the fairway

Guenther Designs & Consulting LLC

The client's home office. The soft colors on the walls pulls form the pictures hanging on the wall. We choose to stain the coffered wood beams and paint the tongue and groove ceiling.

Home Office

Grayscale Homes Designs

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

Boerne Model

Olinova Design

Design ideas for an expansive transitional home office in Dallas with blue walls, dark hardwood floors and panelled walls.

Charming 1.5 Story Office

Grace Homes

Inspiration for a large modern study room in Omaha with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, brown floor and panelled walls.

Moody, Home Office - Cape Neddick Chestnut, Engineered White Oak Hardwood

Impressions Flooring Collection

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

Country Club Full Gut Rehab

Daluca Construction

The separate office has an exit to the second covered pergola porch.
Small home office in Chicago with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and panelled walls.

Urban Farmhouse

Design DCA

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional study room in Houston with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk, exposed beam and panelled walls.

Home Office in Connecticut

J.P. Franzen Associates Architects, P.C.

Custom built-ins crate a multi-functional home office space.
This is an example of a mid-sized beach style study room in New York with blue walls, carpet, no fireplace, a freestanding desk, beige floor, wood and panelled walls.

Jessica Smyth

Custom Decorating Services

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary study room in Toronto with blue walls, laminate floors, no fireplace, 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.