This is an example of a small contemporary home studio in Los Angeles with white walls, cork floors, no fireplace, a built-in desk, brown floor, exposed beam and wood walls.

Der blaugrüne Ton auf Mittelwand: großzügige Raumhöhe von 7,5 m.

.suedesign I dipl.-ing. Susanne Kiefer

Der blaugrüne Ton auf Mittelwand betont die großzügige Raumhöhe von 7,5 m.
Design ideas for a contemporary study room in Cologne with green walls, cork floors, beige floor and exposed beam.

工場街の家／光の階段室と隙間空間でつながる狭小住宅

野口修＋DAT／都市環境研究室

３階居室の内観。この家は兄妹＋父の構成。居室は２階の２室と３階の１室
This is an example of a small contemporary study room in Tokyo with white walls, cork floors, no fireplace, a built-in desk, brown floor, exposed beam and wallpaper.

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Small contemporary home studio in Los Angeles with white walls, cork floors, no fireplace, a built-in desk, brown floor, exposed beam and wood walls.

Altadena Listening Studio

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This is an example of a small contemporary home studio in Los Angeles with white walls, cork floors, no fireplace, a built-in desk, brown floor, exposed beam and wood walls.

Altadena Listening Studio

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Design ideas for a small contemporary home studio in Los Angeles with white walls, cork floors, no fireplace, a built-in desk, brown floor, exposed beam and wood walls.

Altadena Listening Studio

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Small contemporary home studio in Los Angeles with white walls, cork floors, no fireplace, a built-in desk, brown floor, exposed beam and wood walls.

Altadena Listening Studio

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Design ideas for a small contemporary home studio in Los Angeles with white walls, cork floors, no fireplace, a built-in desk, brown floor, exposed beam and wood walls.

Altadena Listening Studio

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This is an example of a small contemporary home studio in Los Angeles with white walls, cork floors, no fireplace, a built-in desk, brown floor, exposed beam and wood walls.

Ein schönes Detail der Wandgestaltung. malerischer Ausschnitt

.suedesign I dipl.-ing. Susanne Kiefer

Ein schönes Detail der Wandgestaltung. Unter der alten Tapete wirkt fast malerisch der alte Kleister, sodaß man sich entschied durch einen Ausschnitt dies Bild sichtbar zulassen.

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Design ideas for a small contemporary home studio in Los Angeles with white walls, cork floors, no fireplace, a built-in desk, brown floor, exposed beam and wood walls.

Der blaugrüne Ton im Arbeitsbereich

.suedesign I dipl.-ing. Susanne Kiefer

Der blaugrüne Ton im Arbeitsbereich: 2 Abeitsbereiche sollen entstehen. Auf der Empore + unter der Empore. Die 2-etagenhohe Wand macht wach+ bringt Halt im Rücken, wenn später die Schreibtische stehen.

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This is an example of a small contemporary home studio in Los Angeles with white walls, cork floors, no fireplace, a built-in desk, brown floor, exposed beam and wood walls.

Home Office Design Ideas with Cork Floors and Exposed Beam

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.