A little over a year ago my retaining wall collapsed by the entrance to my house bringing down several tons of soil on to my property. Not exactly my finest hour but I was determined to see as an opportunity to redesign the entry way that I have been less than happy with since I got the house. I wanted to build a structure together with a new wall I quickly learned it required foundation with cement caissons drilled all the way down to the bedrock. It also required 16 ft setbacks from the hillside. Neither was an option for me. After much head scratching I found the shed building ordinance that is the same for the hills that it is for the flatlands. The basics of it is that everything less than 120 ft, has no plumbing and with electrical you can unplug is considered a 'Shed' in the City of Los Angeles. A shed it is then. This is lead me the excellent high-end prefab shed builders called Studio Shed. I combined their structure with luxury vinyl flooring from Amtico and the 606 Universal Shelving System from Vitsoe. All the interior I did myself with my power army called mom and dad. I'm rather pleased with the result which has been dubbed the 'SheShed'

Craft Rooms

Closet Factory (Fort Lauderdale)

Whether crafting is a hobby or a full-time occupation, it requires space and organization. Any space in your home can be transformed into a fun and functional craft room – whether it’s a guest room, empty basement, laundry room or small niche. Replete with built-in cabinets and desks, or islands for sewing centers, you’re no longer relegated to whatever empty room is available for your creative crafting space. An ideal outlet to spark your creativity, a well-designed craft room will provide you with access to all of your tools and supplies as well as a place to spread out and work comfortably. Designed to cleverly fit into any unused space, a custom craft room is the perfect place for scrapbooking, sewing, and painting for everyone.

Millenium Tower

cpopp workshop

Kat Alves
Photo of a small contemporary home office in San Francisco with orange walls, light hardwood floors and a freestanding desk.

Home Office

Su Casa Designs

Design ideas for a contemporary home office in Boston with carpet, a freestanding desk and orange walls.

South Kensington

TOR Interiors

Inspiration for an eclectic home office in London with a library, orange walls, a freestanding desk and beige floor.

Blackheath Project

Folds Inside Ltd

The brief for this room was to create a luxurious and colourful office space where the client could not only work but also unwind. The walls were painted a pale peach and wallpapered panels were utilised to create a feature around the office. Pops of red were introduced in the lounge chair and rug, as well as a few accessories dotted around to bring it all together. The result is a calm yet fun space for work and relaxation.

Rénovation partielle d'une maison parisienne

Emilie Melin architecte DPLG

Inspiration for a mid-sized mediterranean study room in Paris with pink walls, terra-cotta floors, a built-in desk and red floor.

Prospect Heights Brownstone - Office

Ben Herzog

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional study room in New York with pink walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Coastal Style Home - Fox Home Free, Season 2 Episode 3

Mohawk Flooring

Fox Broadcasting 2016
Photo of a mid-sized tropical study room in Atlanta with pink walls, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, no fireplace and brown floor.

Amy's fun family home

My Bespoke Room

Serene pink and blue home office
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional home studio in London with pink walls and a freestanding desk.

Organize Don't Agonize Headquarters

User

Organize Don't Agonize Headquarters - I had so much decorating my home office! After measuring each area and space planning, I set out to find everything I wanted to create a fun and functional office for my business! I picked up lots of bins and boxes from Kmart, Ikea and Walmart for storage throughout the office. From Walmart.com, I bought a narrow bookshelf at to house my printer and printing supplies plus another great shelving unit that I keep colorful bins in for storing items. I added shelving from Lowes above my desk area and purchased the white leather futon and fur ottomans from Overstock.com! My little white TV I found on Amazon.com! Accessories come from, where else, but of course, Homegoods! I budget shopped for all the great items in this room at: #homegoods, #walmart, #amazon, #overstock, #michaels #ikea #target #kmart I know pink isn't everyone's color, but his office just cheers me up! ... www.facbook.com/organizedontagonize ... www.organizedontagonize.com

Ocala Horse Farm

Ansana Interior Design

Feminine home office with adjacent mudroom
Photo of a large modern study room in Orlando with pink walls, dark hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Lavender Design Group- Johnson Ranch, San Antonio

Lavender Design Group

Inspiration for a transitional study room in Austin with a freestanding desk and pink walls.

ÁTICO EN CARCAIXENT

Petite Harmonie

Photography by Petite Harmonie.
Mid-sized contemporary home studio in Valencia with marble floors, a built-in desk, beige floor and pink walls.

Brookline

Kristine Mullaney Design, LLC

Transitional home office in Boston with a library, orange walls, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Grouping items closely together on bookshelves forges tidiness and organization. Establish depth by layering found objects and plant life on top of books, and feel free to mix colors and metals.

Vintage and Industrial Style

Home and Living Magazines

Photo of an industrial home office in Other with orange walls and brown floor.

Mercer Island

Ryan

John Grannen photographer Design Kimberlee Marie Design
Design ideas for a contemporary study room in Seattle with light hardwood floors, a built-in desk and orange walls.

Vanillawood

Josh Partee | Architectural Photographer

Home Office Design Ideas with Orange Walls and Pink Walls

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.