Design ideas for a mid-sized country home office in Burlington with concrete floors and grey floor.

Retirement, and the need for a dedicated home office, prompted this Mountain Brook couple to engage in a remodel of their detached apartment-garage. This was the couple’s second remodel with Oak Alley. Inside, the work focused on transforming and updating the old storage area into a practical office space for the homeowner and separate laundry area for the upstairs tenant. Rot was discovered and removed. New stud walls were constructed. The room was insulated with foam, and ductwork was connected to the existing HVAC unit to provide climate control. The wiring was replaced, and outlets installed. The walls and suspended ceiling system were finished in gypsum wallboard to give a clean look. To separate the laundry, HVAC system, and water heater from the office area, we installed frosted glass doors to provide access while retaining the natural light. LED lights throughout the room provide abundant brightness. The original concrete floor was stained and left visible. Outside, the rotten and aged wood siding was removed entirely. Where water had flowed for years, copious amounts of rot were cut away. The structure was wrapped using Zip System sheathing. Allura ColorMax 7.25” smooth lap siding and ColorMax trim were used on the exterior. Excluding a few newer windows at the rear, all windows were replaced with insulated, vinyl, Low-E windows with grills. Aluminum gutters and downspouts were installed. Sherwin Williams “Aurora Brown,” was found to blend with the color of the main house’s bricks and shingle siding, bringing the exterior color as close as possible to the original color. Cedar braced awnings with cedar shingles dressed each entryway, finishing the structure in style, blending it perfectly with the existing house.

Our Work at William Blake Homes

William Blake Homes

*Kids craft room *Custom cabinetry *Glass tile backsplash *Concrete flooring.
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional craft room in Calgary with concrete floors, white walls and a built-in desk.

Texas Refined Rustic in Waller County, TX

J.W. Neathery Custom Home Craftsman

Rustic sitting/office area with stone accent wall, wood ceiling and beams and built-in entertainment center. Floors are stained concrete.
Inspiration for a mid-sized country study room in Houston with concrete floors, beige walls, brown floor and exposed beam.

Post Modern Bungalo

REDinterior

This is an example of a small midcentury home office in San Diego with grey walls, concrete floors and multi-coloured floor.

Sewing Room and Basement Remodel

Design Perspective Interior Design, LLC

I designed and assisted the homeowners with the materials, and finish choices for this project while working at Corvallis Custom Kitchens and Baths. Our client (and my former professor at OSU) wanted to have her basement finished. CCKB had competed a basement guest suite a few years prior and now it was time to finish the remaining space. She wanted an organized area with lots of storage for her fabrics and sewing supplies, as well as a large area to set up a table for cutting fabric and laying out patterns. The basement also needed to house all of their camping and seasonal gear, as well as a workshop area for her husband. The basement needed to have flooring that was not going to be damaged during the winters when the basement can become moist from rainfall. Out clients chose to have the cement floor painted with an epoxy material that would be easy to clean and impervious to water. An update to the laundry area included replacing the window and re-routing the piping. Additional shelving was added for more storage. Finally a walk-in closet was created to house our homeowners incredible vintage clothing collection away from any moisture. LED lighting was installed in the ceiling and used for the scones. Our drywall team did an amazing job boxing in and finishing the ceiling which had numerous obstacles hanging from it and kept the ceiling to a height that was comfortable for all who come into the basement. Our client is thrilled with the final project and has been enjoying her new sewing area.

Upscale Home in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

Carrie Nicholson, RB, BIC, HL1 Director

If you plan to work remotely, this home has an awesome executive office with ample work spaces. Complete with corner to corner custom cabinets topped with granite counter tops and built in book shelves create an ideal home office work space.

Live-Work

Amber Scott Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized scandinavian home studio in Atlanta with white walls, concrete floors, a freestanding desk and grey floor.

Maison de ville, Paris 20

Anabel Messens Architecte

Large contemporary home office in Paris with white walls, concrete floors, a wood stove and grey floor.

Funk Rd Cabin

Houseworks llc

This small weekend cabin designed by the owner is incredibly space-efficient. Hosting 2 bedrooms and 2 baths by sharing a shower and having an office space that doubles as a second bedroom by utilizing a Murphy bed, the modest 7oo SF footprint can comfortably accommodate guests. The outdoor spaces expand the living area with a 400 SF porch and a 200 SF deck that overlooks the river below. Materials were carefully selected to provide sustainable beauty and durability. The siding and decking are Kebony, interior floors are polished concrete (with hydronic heat), the fireplace surround is board-formed concrete (no finish applied), and the built-ins and half of the interior doors are cedar. The other interior doors are painted poplar with a waxed-steel band. A reclaimed pine countertop finishes off the natural steel framework made by a local fabricator. Houseworks provided the doors, built-in cabinetry, and poured-in-place concrete for the fireplace and remote firepit.

Office

Quartex Surfaces Inc.

This is an example of a large modern study room in San Diego with white walls, concrete floors, a built-in desk and grey floor.

BDI CASCADIA Desk

Creative Furniture Galleries

Finish Options- Chocolate Stained Walnut/ Espresso Stained Oak/ Natural Walnut/ Satin White H29.25" x W54.25" x D24" 75H x 138W x 61D cm
This is an example of a large modern study room in New York with white walls, concrete floors, no fireplace and a freestanding desk.

Ausstellung R

sebastian david büscher innen-architektur & design

This is an example of a mid-sized modern study room in Other with grey walls, concrete floors, a freestanding desk and grey floor.

My Studio

k+co LIVING - Interiors by Karen B Wolf

Design ideas for a large transitional study room in New York with white walls, concrete floors, no fireplace and a freestanding desk.

Art Studio Room Addition in Dekalb

Ken Spears Construction

View of the full studio from the ceiling.
Design ideas for a large modern craft room in Chicago with multi-coloured walls, concrete floors, a freestanding desk and grey floor.

Completed Projects

The Rug Shopping

Large contemporary study room in New York with white walls, concrete floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk and grey floor.

Mia Office Desk by J&M Furniture

Creative Furniture Galleries

Gorgeously crafted in a white high gloss, the Mia modern office desk is another lovely additon to the J&M Office Collection. This office desk features a smoked grey glass leg for an eyecatching design, and 2 drawers with soft closing tracks for storage. The design of this desk allows for the drawer to be easily reversed on either side, and the length can be adjusted as well. Dimensions: W 62.9" x D 17.7" x H 29"

Split-Level Personality

Susan Yeley Homes

You need only look at the before picture of the SYI Studio space to understand the background of this project and need for a new work space. Susan lives with her husband, three kids and dog in a 1960 split-level in Bloomington, which they've updated over the years and didn't want to leave, thanks to a great location and even greater neighbors. As the SYI team grew so did the three Yeley kids, and it became clear that not only did the team need more space but so did the family. 1.5 bathrooms + 3 bedrooms + 5 people = exponentially increasing discontent. By 2016, it was time to pull the trigger. Everyone needed more room, and an offsite studio wouldn't work: Susan is not just Creative Director and Owner of SYI but Full Time Activities and Meal Coordinator at Chez Yeley. The design, conceptualized entirely by the SYI team and executed by JL Benton Contracting, reclaimed the existing 4th bedroom from SYI space, added an ensuite bath and walk-in closet, and created a studio space with its own exterior entrance and full bath—making it perfect for a mother-in-law or Airbnb suite down the road. The project added over a thousand square feet to the house—and should add many more years for the family to live and work in a home they love. Contractor: JL Benton Contracting Cabinetry: Richcraft Wood Products Photographer: Gina Rogers

Showroom

V I V A L D I Lifestyles

Vivaldi The Stone Boutiques Design Table. Exotic Natural Semi-Precious Stone. VIVALDI The Stone Boutique Granite | Quartzite | Marble | Onyx | Semi-Precious 8566 Katy Fwy #124 Houston, Texas 77024

Arlington II

Jay Baker Architects

This is an example of a large home studio in Houston with beige walls, concrete floors, no fireplace and a freestanding desk.

Home Office Design Ideas with Concrete Floors

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.