Custom home realized by Silverpoint Fine Homes. Interior Design by Natalie Mirabelli, NM INTERIORS
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional study room in Toronto with brown walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Hochwertiger Schreibtisch POET DESK von Nordic Tales

HolzDesignPur

Stilvoller Bürotisch des skandinavischen Labels Nordic Tales. Sehr hochwertig verarbeitet, ein originelles Möbelstück für jedes Arbeitszimmer. Bildnachweis: Nordic Tales

Clean and Minimal Mediterranean in Houston, Texas

Purser Architectural

Purser Architectural Custom Home Design built by CAM Builders LLC
This is an example of a mid-sized mediterranean study room in Houston with brown walls, medium hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Commercial Business

User

Contemporary home office in Toronto with brown walls and a tile fireplace surround.

Interior Doors

Wholesale Hardwood Interiors, Inc

This is an example of a large arts and crafts home office in Louisville with brown walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

Peaceful Serenity

Professional Painted Finishes

Large beach style study room in Vancouver with brown walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

The Study

RSU Contractors

This study was completed in Nolensville, Tennessee after an in-depth discussion with the RSU Design Team. A private room of this magnitude and functionality have everything you need to help you concentrate on the most pressing of tasks at hand. As you enter the room through the french doors your eyes are immediately drawn to the hardwood flooring which is accentuated by the wainscot panelling. The detailed craftsmanship of the custom molded mantel, showcasing the cambria hearth/ fireplace, provide this room with a formal yet cozy setting to encourage intimate discussions. The focal point of this room is the intricately designed shelving and cabinetry located directly behind the desk.

Country Estate - Northbrook, IL

Scott Simpson Design + Build

Window nook with storage.
Design ideas for a large traditional study room in Chicago with brown walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

Fireplaces

Pen Woodworking

Photo of a large contemporary study room in Toronto with brown walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

Great Rooms & Family Rooms

Payne & Payne Builders

Large traditional study room in Cleveland with brown walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

Grove Street Study

Saltonstall Architects

Photograph by Neil Alexander
Design ideas for a traditional home office in Boston with brown walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a tile fireplace surround.

Interior Doors

Wholesale Hardwood Interiors, Inc

Design ideas for a large arts and crafts home office in Louisville with brown walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

Hotel Luxe

Natalie Fuglestveit Interior Design

A Hotel Luxe Modern Transitional Home by Natalie Fuglestveit Interior Design, Calgary Interior Design Firm. Photos by Lindsay Nichols Photography. Interior design includes modern fireplace with 24"x24" calacutta marble tile face, 18 karat vase with tree, black and white geometric prints, modern Gus white Delano armchairs, natural walnut hardwood floors, medium brown wall color, ET2 Lighting linear pendant fixture over dining table with tear drop glass, acrylic coffee table, carmel shag wool area rug, champagne gold Delta Trinsic faucet, charcoal flat panel cabinets, tray ceiling with chandelier in master bedroom, pink floral drapery in girls room with teal linear border.

Fireplace Xtrordinair

User

Inspiration for a traditional home office in Other with brown walls, dark hardwood floors, a tile fireplace surround and brown floor.

Study Before

Payton Place Designs

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional study room in Houston with brown walls, carpet, no fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and beige floor.

Home Office

Decorating Den Interiors - Jackson Design Group

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary study room in Other with brown walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and multi-coloured floor.

Cullinane

Lamar Design Group, LLC

Office Fireplace with Fluted Pilasters, Raised Panels, and Elliptical Transom Room Entry
Design ideas for a large traditional home office in DC Metro with a library, brown walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and brown floor.

Contemporary Bel Air

Joel Reis Architecture and Real Estate Photography

Mid-sized transitional study room in Los Angeles with brown walls, carpet, a standard fireplace and a tile fireplace surround.

GG House

ReDesigning Life

Design ideas for an expansive traditional home office in Other with a library, brown walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and grey floor.

Briarwood Lane

J Wilson Fuqua & Associates Architects

This is an example of a large traditional study room in Dallas with brown walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Home Office Design Ideas with Brown Walls and a Tile Fireplace Surround

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.