Adam Carter
This is an example of a country study room in Gloucestershire with white walls, carpet, a wood stove and a freestanding desk.

Sophisticated Ranch

Aspen Leaf Interiors

Design ideas for a large transitional home office in Other with white walls, carpet, a wood stove, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and grey floor.

Sims Hilditch Country House

Adam Carter Photo

adamcarterphoto
Design ideas for a traditional study room in Wiltshire with white walls, carpet, a wood stove and a freestanding desk.

Old Rectory

Edward McCann Architecture

This is an example of a small contemporary study room in London with brown walls, carpet, a wood stove, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and beige floor.

Harman Stoves Design Gallery

Mullarney's Garden Center

This is an example of a mid-sized country study room in New York with beige walls, carpet, a wood stove, a metal fireplace surround, a built-in desk and beige floor.

老津の家（豊橋市）書斎

Dikta Architects office 一級建築士事務所

老津の家（豊橋市）書斎
Inspiration for a mid-sized home office in Other with brown walls, carpet, a wood stove, a metal fireplace surround, a built-in desk, grey floor and exposed beam.

Country Manor House

Stephen Ryan Design and Decoration

James Balston
Design ideas for a mid-sized country craft room in London with purple walls, carpet, a wood stove, a stone fireplace surround and beige floor.

Redstone Lake Home | Family Room

Kaleidoscope Design Studio

This is an example of an expansive contemporary home office in Toronto with beige walls, carpet, a wood stove and a brick fireplace surround.

The Haven

The Leland Group

Greg Grupenhof Photography, Lifespan Design Studio
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary home office in Cincinnati with beige walls, carpet, a wood stove and a freestanding desk.

Nouveaux bureau DoMo

DoMo

Création de bureaux à partir de bungalows de chantier, isolation par l'extérieur, toiture terrasse, pompe à chaleur
Design ideas for a small industrial study room in Grenoble with white walls, carpet, a wood stove, a freestanding desk, yellow floor and recessed.

Cotswold Country House

Gasson & Phillips Interiors

Home office in Cotswold Country House
Design ideas for a large country home office in Gloucestershire with carpet, a wood stove, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

老津の家（豊橋市）書斎

Dikta Architects office 一級建築士事務所

老津の家（豊橋市）書斎
Mid-sized home office in Other with brown walls, carpet, a wood stove, a metal fireplace surround, a built-in desk, grey floor and exposed beam.

Old Rectory

Edward McCann Architecture

Design ideas for a small contemporary study room in London with brown walls, carpet, a wood stove, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and beige floor.

Old Rectory

Edward McCann Architecture

Inspiration for a small contemporary home office in London with a library, brown walls, carpet, a wood stove, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and beige floor.

Old Rectory

Edward McCann Architecture

Small contemporary study room in London with brown walls, carpet, a wood stove, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and beige floor.

Old Rectory

Edward McCann Architecture

This is an example of a small contemporary study room in London with brown walls, carpet, a wood stove, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and beige floor.

Old Rectory

Edward McCann Architecture

Design ideas for a small contemporary study room in London with brown walls, carpet, a wood stove, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and beige floor.

Old Rectory

Edward McCann Architecture

Inspiration for a small contemporary study room in London with brown walls, carpet, a wood stove, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and beige floor.

Old Rectory

Edward McCann Architecture

Design ideas for a small contemporary study room in London with brown walls, carpet, a wood stove, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and beige floor.

老津の家（豊橋市）書斎

Dikta Architects office 一級建築士事務所

老津の家（豊橋市）書斎
This is an example of a mid-sized home office in Other with brown walls, carpet, a wood stove, a metal fireplace surround, a built-in desk, grey floor and exposed beam.

Home Office Design Ideas with Carpet and a Wood Stove

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.