Photo of a country home office in Other with brown walls, light hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, beige floor and wood walls.

Home Office Under Stairs

Christine Lakas, The Designer, LLC

Inspiration for a small eclectic home office in Other with a library, brown walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, a built-in desk, brown floor and wood walls.

Mid Century Modern Townhouse

Alexander Gorlin Architects

This rare 1950’s glass-fronted townhouse on Manhattan’s Upper East Side underwent a modern renovation to create plentiful space for a family. An additional floor was added to the two-story building, extending the façade vertically while respecting the vocabulary of the original structure. A large, open living area on the first floor leads through to a kitchen overlooking the rear garden. Cantilevered stairs lead to the master bedroom and two children’s rooms on the second floor and continue to a media room and offices above. A large skylight floods the atrium with daylight, illuminating the main level through translucent glass-block floors.

Wainscott Residence

SKOLNICK Architecture & Design Partnership

Artist's studio
Design ideas for a contemporary home studio in New York with brown walls, concrete floors, a freestanding desk, grey floor, vaulted and wood walls.

Barn Office

PhiBa Architecture

Renovation of an old barn into a personal office space. This project, located on a 37-acre family farm in Pennsylvania, arose from the need for a personal workspace away from the hustle and bustle of the main house. An old barn used for gardening storage provided the ideal opportunity to convert it into a personal workspace. The small 1250 s.f. building consists of a main work and meeting area as well as the addition of a kitchen and a bathroom with sauna. The architects decided to preserve and restore the original stone construction and highlight it both inside and out in order to gain approval from the local authorities under a strict code for the reuse of historic structures. The poor state of preservation of the original timber structure presented the design team with the opportunity to reconstruct the roof using three large timber frames, produced by craftsmen from the Amish community. Following local craft techniques, the truss joints were achieved using wood dowels without adhesives and the stone walls were laid without the use of apparent mortar. The new roof, covered with cedar shingles, projects beyond the original footprint of the building to create two porches. One frames the main entrance and the other protects a generous outdoor living space on the south side. New wood trusses are left exposed and emphasized with indirect lighting design. The walls of the short facades were opened up to create large windows and bring the expansive views of the forest and neighboring creek into the space. The palette of interior finishes is simple and forceful, limited to the use of wood, stone and glass. The furniture design, including the suspended fireplace, integrates with the architecture and complements it through the judicious use of natural fibers and textiles. The result is a contemporary and timeless architectural work that will coexist harmoniously with the traditional buildings in its surroundings, protected in perpetuity for their historical heritage value.

Рабочий кабинет

Александр Казаченко | Do Buro

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional study room in Moscow with brown walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk, brown floor, wood and wood walls.

1419 Broadmoor Drive East

KCD Staging Inc.

Inspiration for a traditional home office in Seattle with brown walls, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, brown floor, panelled walls and wood walls.

The Novella Signature Shed: Chickadee 206 Office Studio - Working Detail

Novell Design Build & Novella Outdoors

Expand your home with a personal office, study space or creative studio -- without the hassle of a major renovation. This is your modern workspace. ------------ Available for installations across Metro Vancouver. View the full collection of Signature Sheds here: https://www.novellaoutdoors.com/the-novella-signature-sheds ------------ View this model at our contactless open house: https://calendly.com/novelldb/novella-outdoors-contactless-open-house?month=2021-03

The Holly Home Plan

Core Homes

Photography: Holt Webb Photography
Inspiration for a traditional study room in Other with brown walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, brown floor, vaulted and wood walls.

Westbourne

Pfeffer Torode Architecture

Custom steel doors by Metal Werks LLC lead to the office, distinguished by hand-troweled plasterwork on the walls and ceiling. A Terra chandelier by Laura Lee Designs from Bennett Galleries suspends overhead.

Custom Home Remodel

Captivating Construction Group

Custom Home Remodel in New Jersey.
This is an example of a large traditional home office in New York with a library, brown walls, medium hardwood floors, a hanging fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, multi-coloured floor, coffered and wood walls.

Poplar Hill

ID Studio Interiors

Transitional study room in Other with brown walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, brown floor, wood, panelled walls and wood walls.

Certified Luxury Builders - 41 West - Veracruz Condo Remodel

Dream Coast Builders

This is an example of a large traditional home office in Tampa with carpet, a built-in desk, a library, brown walls, no fireplace, multi-coloured floor, coffered and wood walls.

Westbourne

Pfeffer Torode Architecture

The home office/library is wrapped in oak millwork with a hand-troweled plaster ceiling. A Terra chandelier by Laura Lee Designs from Bennett Galleries suspends overhead, and an Eames lounge chair by Herman Miller complements the Saddlemans cowhide.

Big House on the Prairie

Rodwin Architecture & Skycastle Homes

Rodwin Architecture & Skycastle Homes Location: Boulder, Colorado, USA Interior design, space planning and architectural details converge thoughtfully in this transformative project. A 15-year old, 9,000 sf. home with generic interior finishes and odd layout needed bold, modern, fun and highly functional transformation for a large bustling family. To redefine the soul of this home, texture and light were given primary consideration. Elegant contemporary finishes, a warm color palette and dramatic lighting defined modern style throughout. A cascading chandelier by Stone Lighting in the entry makes a strong entry statement. Walls were removed to allow the kitchen/great/dining room to become a vibrant social center. A minimalist design approach is the perfect backdrop for the diverse art collection. Yet, the home is still highly functional for the entire family. We added windows, fireplaces, water features, and extended the home out to an expansive patio and yard. The cavernous beige basement became an entertaining mecca, with a glowing modern wine-room, full bar, media room, arcade, billiards room and professional gym. Bathrooms were all designed with personality and craftsmanship, featuring unique tiles, floating wood vanities and striking lighting. This project was a 50/50 collaboration between Rodwin Architecture and Kimball Modern

Silvertop

Jamie Bush & Co.

This is an example of a midcentury study room with brown walls, carpet, a built-in desk, grey floor, no fireplace, wood and wood walls.

Study

Catlin Design

Pecky and clear cypress wood walls, moldings, and arched beam ceiling is the feature of the study. Custom designed cypress cabinetry was built to complement the interior architectural details

The Novella Signature Shed: Chickadee 206 Office Studio - Exterior

Novell Design Build & Novella Outdoors

Mountaintop Retreat

Scott Wilson Architect, LLC

Design ideas for a large contemporary home office in Nashville with a library, brown walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk, brown floor, wood and wood walls.

Home Library

Diane Hasso Studios

Our home library project has the appeal of a 1920's smoking room minus the smoking. With it's rich walnut stained panels, low coffer ceiling with an original specialty treatment by our own Diane Hasso, to custom built-in bookshelves, and a warm fireplace addition by Benchmark Wood Studio and Mike Schaap Builders.

Home Office Design Ideas with Brown Walls and Wood 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.