Photo of a large contemporary study room in Brisbane with white walls, light hardwood floors, a built-in desk, brown floor, vaulted and decorative wall panelling.

Copper Ridge Home

Celtic Custom Homes

This study also boasts a secret door :)
This is an example of a large traditional study room in Other with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk, brown floor, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

Stony Pointe

Glas Associates

An executive office with uniquely vaulted ceilings mixing shiplap and wood, and much custom cabinetry
Large study room in Grand Rapids with white walls, carpet, a built-in desk, beige floor, timber and decorative wall panelling.

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.

Jewel Bay

Bigfork Builders, Inc.

Photo of a traditional study room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, brown floor, coffered, wood and decorative wall panelling.

Custom Library Cedar Park

Matterhorn Development Co.

Built in bookshelves with LED and dry bar
This is an example 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.

Classic & Inviting Custom Home: Naperville, IL

Charleston Building and Development

Large transitional study room in Chicago with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

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.

Tyrod Taylor Home Renovation

Infinite Home

Photo of a large modern home office in Atlanta with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a freestanding desk, beige floor, coffered, panelled walls and decorative wall panelling.

Custom homes

Fischer Homes, Ltd.

Home library or office
This is an example of a traditional home office in Chicago with a library, light hardwood floors, a wood fireplace surround, a standard fireplace, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

Home Remodel | Family & Living Room Designs & Builds - Laguna Beach

The Happy Go-Lucky | Luxury Residential Group

Inspiration for a mid-sized home office in Orange County with a library, white walls, light hardwood floors, a corner fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a freestanding desk, white floor, wood and decorative wall panelling.

Shady Lane

The Sitting Room

Inspiration for a beach style home office in Minneapolis with a library, beige walls, dark hardwood floors, coffered, decorative wall panelling and wallpaper.

Bibliothèque BD

Sophie Proust Architecte d'intérieur

création sur mesure pour cette bibliothèque contemporaine, esprit années 50, colorée mais minimaliste... en contraste avec les boiseries anciennes de cette maison de famille, d'un blanc immaculé.

PCH Cape Cod

Burdge & Associates Architects

Burdge Architects- Traditional Cape Cod Style Home. Located in Malibu, CA.
Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style study room in Los Angeles with white walls, light hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, brown floor, timber and decorative wall panelling.

Weston Manor

Cummings Architecture + Interiors

This is an example of a mid-sized country study room in Boston with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, timber and decorative wall panelling.

Casa nel quartiere umbertino

Gemma Radicchio

Large contemporary home office in Bari with a library, white walls, painted wood floors, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

A Home Office Red with Envy

MOTIF Design Solutions, LLC

Grab a book and get settled into this cozy reading nook. An otherwise unused attic space was converted into a reading room and home office for the owner. Although collected and eclectic, this room became a fast favorite for relaxing on a lazy afternoon.

Custom Library Cedar Park

Matterhorn Development Co.

Custom fireplace
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.

Office Spaces

Rachael Elise Design

Photo of a mid-sized study room in Dallas with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, brown floor, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

Lake of the Isles

Regarding Design

Sumptuous spaces are created throughout the house with the use of dark, moody colors, elegant upholstery with bespoke trim details, unique wall coverings, and natural stone with lots of movement. The mix of print, pattern, and artwork creates a modern twist on traditional design.

All Ceiling Designs Home Office Design Ideas with Decorative Wall Panelling

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.