Photo of a traditional study room in Boston with multi-coloured walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a freestanding desk, brown floor, coffered and wallpaper.

Historical Library Preservation

Star Painting & Wallcovering of Skippack, Inc.

This is an example of a traditional home office in Philadelphia with blue walls, a freestanding desk, orange floor, wallpaper and panelled walls.

Unlock Your Mind

House of L

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional home office in Cleveland with a library, blue walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a freestanding desk, brown floor, wallpaper and wood walls.

Saphire Home Office

Alexandra Naranjo Designs Inc

Saphire Home Office. featuring beautiful custom cabinetry and furniture
Large transitional home studio in Toronto with blue walls, light hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, beige floor, wallpaper and wallpaper.

Commercial Woodwork in New Jersey

WL Kitchen & Home

Custom library living room.
This is an example of a large traditional home office in New York with a library, brown walls, a wood stove, a wood fireplace surround, black floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Belterra Project- Furnishings, Light Fixtures & Interior Design

Haven Design and Construction

The sophisticated study adds a touch of moodiness to the home. Our team custom designed the 12' tall built in bookcases and wainscoting to add some much needed architectural detailing to the plain white space and 22' tall walls. A hidden pullout drawer for the printer and additional file storage drawers add function to the home office. The windows are dressed in contrasting velvet drapery panels and simple sophisticated woven window shades. The woven textural element is picked up again in the area rug, the chandelier and the caned guest chairs. The ceiling boasts patterned wallpaper with gold accents. A natural stone and iron desk and a comfortable desk chair complete the space.

Library Sitting Area

Dovetail Group LLC

Mid-sized traditional home office in Philadelphia with a library, green walls, medium hardwood floors, orange floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Copper Bay

Glas Associates

A multifunctional space serves as a den and home office with library shelving and dark wood throughout Photo by Ashley Avila Photography
Large traditional home office in Grand Rapids with a library, brown walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, brown floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Transitional Transformation

Bohannon Design Team

Design ideas for a large transitional home office in Dallas with a library, blue walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a freestanding desk, coffered and panelled walls.

Study, Bespoke Bookshelves

Studio Percale

Previously an unused fully tiled shower room we stripped back to the existing stone walls and reinuslated and plastered. Reinstalled period plaster cornice and timber skirtings. Bespoke built-in bookshelves, home bar, and recess display. Procured antique navy leather topped desk and gilt convex mirror. The room houses the owners extensive art collection and sports a high gloss ochre ceiling to reflect light on the dark saturated navy blue walls. A dark oak shutter keeps light out to make the space easy to work in for video meetings. New pure wool cream carpet for softness underfoot as well as a new cast iron antiqued pewter radiator for warmth.

Chattanooga Home Updated

The Green Room Interiors

Update of a sunroom that is used as a home office as part of the primary suite. Dark walls provide a cozy feel while updated upholstery mixes with family pieces to create a comfortable, relaxed feel

Modern Farmhouse Homestead

12/12 Architects & Planners

Design ideas for a mid-sized country study room in Chicago with grey walls, carpet, no fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a freestanding desk, beige floor, wallpaper and wallpaper.

ASC Chicago to Burbs

Amy Storm & Company

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional home office in Chicago with a library, grey walls, light hardwood floors, a built-in desk, brown floor and coffered.

Home Office Design

MS3DSTUDIO

Hi everyone: My home office design ready to work as B2B with interior designers you can see also the video for this project https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-FgX3YfMRHI

Old Campbell Lake House

Celtic Custom Homes

Inspiration for a mid-sized arts and crafts study room in Little Rock with black walls, light hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, coffered and wood walls.

Kitchen Remodel in South County

Liston Design Build

Mid-sized transitional study room in St Louis with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, brown floor and coffered.

Stonebrook

Jessica Koltun Home

Interior design by Jessica Koltun Home. This stunning home with an open floor plan features a formal dining, dedicated study, Chef's kitchen and hidden pantry. Designer amenities include white oak millwork, marble tile, and a high end lighting, plumbing, & hardware.

Window Seat In Home Office

Christopher Scott Cabinetry and Design Inc.

Nothing begs for a book like a window seat, and adding custom shelving and lighting around the cozy spot only adds to the charm and functionality of the space.

The Hearst

Robbins Contracting

Inspiration for a large country study room in Denver with grey walls, light hardwood floors and wallpaper.

Custom Library Cedar Park

Matterhorn Development Co.

Built-in bookshelves and window nook.
Photo of a mid-sized arts and crafts home office in Austin with a library, black walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a built-in desk, brown floor, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

Home Office Design Ideas with Wallpaper and Coffered

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.