Hindley & Co Architecture & Interior Design

A study nook and a reading nook make the most f a black wall in the compact living area
Mid-sized contemporary study room in Melbourne with blue walls, light hardwood floors, a built-in desk, beige floor and wood.

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.

Bell Mountain

Amity Worrel & Co.

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional home office in Austin with a library, blue walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Lakewood

Urbanology Designs

Photo of a small contemporary home office in Dallas with blue walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace and a built-in desk.

Home Office with a Murphy desk and Murphy Bed combo

Tailored Living Serving South New Jersey

This custom modern home office features a Murphy bed for overnight guests as well as a desk that neatly tucks away in a cabinet.
This is an example of a mid-sized modern home office in Philadelphia with blue walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace and a built-in desk.

Cliffs Valley Home

AR Homes by American Eagle Builders

Traditional study room in Other with medium hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and blue walls.

Outfitter's Hideaway

Angela Rasmussen

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary craft room in San Francisco with blue walls, porcelain floors, no fireplace, a built-in desk and beige floor.

Belmont

Inner Visions Interiors

Custom built-in cherry cabinetry and desk area provides workspace and storage in this multi-purpose room. The Baker Furniture couch folds out into a guest bed. The blue walls complement the handpainted ceiling mural by Arteriors.

Tropical Mid-Century Tiki Office

Just Go Home Design

A vibrant home office that is an inspiring and exciting space for an artist and creative type. Three desks function as separate work zones for art making, business and home finance. Tidy streamlined storage hides art supples, office supplies, files and other odds and ends. A picture rail above two desks allows for easily changing and adding artwork that is collected while exploring and traveling The art nook walls are lines with narrow shelves for sketch books, clip boards, notes and works in progress. The center of the room is kept clear as a yoga space with mats and props kept to the side in a basket.

Chloes Bloom New Build

BANDD DESIGN

We picked out the sleek finishes and furniture in this new build Austin home to suit the client’s brief for a modern, yet comfortable home: --- Project designed by Sara Barney’s Austin interior design studio BANDD DESIGN. They serve the entire Austin area and its surrounding towns, with an emphasis on Round Rock, Lake Travis, West Lake Hills, and Tarrytown. For more about BANDD DESIGN, click here: https://bandddesign.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://bandddesign.com/chloes-bloom-new-build/

Palisades Residence

SUBU Design Architecture

Kathryn Millet
Mid-sized contemporary study room in Los Angeles with blue walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk and grey floor.

Shingle Style New Construction

Dalia Canora Design, LLC

Small transitional study room in DC Metro with dark hardwood floors, brown floor, blue walls, no fireplace and a built-in desk.

Upper East Side Upscale Townhome

Furnishr

Design ideas for a large traditional study room in New York with blue walls, light hardwood floors and a freestanding desk.

Mission Style

Greystone Homes LLC

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

Avalon II Project Photos

Dream Finders Homes

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

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

DSDownOnTheCorner

Amy Storm & Company

Picture Perfect home
Mid-sized transitional home office in Chicago with a library, blue walls, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Ridgewood Gentleman's Home Office

JK interior living

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

Ridgewood Gentleman's Home Office

JK interior living

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

Traditional Home- Frisco, TX

Twilly and Fig

This small home office is perfect for light office work. The blue on the walls make the room feel cozy. The use of the silver leaf writing desk and crystal chandelier adds a touch of elegance. Using a pattern fabric on the chair and rug adds dimension to the room.

Home Office Design Ideas with Blue 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.