This is an example of a large arts and crafts study room in New York with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and brown floor.

Lake House

Homecorp - Sandy Tabacinic

Photo of a large transitional study room in Dallas with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

211 Westerly Road, Weston, MA

Amy Mizner, Benoit Mizner Simon & Co.

http://211westerlyroad.com/ Introducing a distinctive residence in the coveted Weston Estate's neighborhood. A striking antique mirrored fireplace wall accents the majestic family room. The European elegance of the custom millwork in the entertainment sized dining room accents the recently renovated designer kitchen. Decorative French doors overlook the tiered granite and stone terrace leading to a resort-quality pool, outdoor fireplace, wading pool and hot tub. The library's rich wood paneling, an enchanting music room and first floor bedroom guest suite complete the main floor. The grande master suite has a palatial dressing room, private office and luxurious spa-like bathroom. The mud room is equipped with a dumbwaiter for your convenience. The walk-out entertainment level includes a state-of-the-art home theatre, wine cellar and billiards room that leads to a covered terrace. A semi-circular driveway and gated grounds complete the landscape for the ultimate definition of luxurious living. Eric Barry Photography

Windsor PH16 Renovation

CGU Homes

Photo of a study room in Other with brown walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a freestanding desk, brown floor, coffered and wood walls.

Library

Johnson Woodworks

Anigre paneling with inlayed Cherry Cabinetry Open bookshelves on second story for book storage
Photo of a large contemporary study room in Phoenix with brown walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Wraparound Library & French Doors, Hampstead

Tendeter - Workshop

Design ideas for an expansive midcentury study room in London with a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, green walls, medium hardwood floors and a freestanding desk.

Modern Elegance

Sukari Design

Design ideas for a large transitional home office in Sydney with a library, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

North Calais

Green Line Builders

Project by Shawn Ecklund Photos by Curtis Johnson
Inspiration for a mid-sized country home office in Burlington with a library, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Oak Street Remodel

Newgard Custom Homes

Design ideas for a transitional study room in Chicago with brown walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a built-in desk and brown floor.

Oakville Home Office

Sandra Cross Interiors Inc.

Design ideas for a transitional study room in Toronto with red walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a wood fireplace surround.

Art and Accessories Displays

room2improve

This is an example of a small study room in Detroit with green walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Georgian Home : Potomac Maryland

DeLizzio Seligson Architects

Photo of a mid-sized traditional study room in DC Metro with multi-coloured walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Mendota Design Gallery

Susi Builders Supply Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional study room in Other with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Bespoke

Interior Motifs

Bespoke desk and changing cabinets above.
This is an example of a small contemporary home office in Other with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a wood stove, a wood fireplace surround, a built-in desk, brown floor and panelled walls.

Aménagement d"un séjour Parisien

L'Home Agencée

Christelle Nlele
Photo of a mid-sized modern home office in Paris with white walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace and a wood fireplace surround.

Georgian Townhouse, Bath

Bath Bespoke

Library and home office. The library featured a beautiful study desk, bookshelf and oak work desk. Crafted from oak and finished in a rich Farrow and Ball Stiffkey Blue, the study desk featured solid oak drawers and work top and also custom designed tier shelving. Alongside this, we also designed and crafted a drinks cabinet with an antique mirror back and a polished Carrara stone top. The lower cabinets were covered with a leather like material. We finished the cabinets with round brass handles from Armac Martin and also inserted brass inlay into the cabinetry, which continued the theme from the wine wall in the kitchen. Photo: Billy Bolton

Eagle Mountain

Triibox Studio

Small contemporary study room in Vancouver with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and a built-in desk.

Midtowne At Meridian

HHHunt Homes

Design ideas for a large transitional home office in Raleigh with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a corner fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

Vandamm Interiors

Vandamm Interiors by Victoria Vandamm
This is an example of a large traditional study room in New York with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a freestanding desk, a wood fireplace surround and beige floor.

Fireplace Feature

A-K Design Professionals LLC

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional study room in Other with brown walls, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, medium hardwood floors and a freestanding desk.

Home Office Design Ideas with Medium Hardwood Floors and a Wood Fireplace Surround

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.